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The Five of Cups in the Tarot signify loss, mourning and regret. The meaning of Five of Cups in a Tarot reading relates to tangible losses, such as money, possessions, relationships and work. Or the losses can be intangible, such as dreams, opportunities, prospects or reputation. The loss, sadness and regret can be big or small. That said, you shouldn't be put off by the appearance of this card, because every negative has a positive side to it. The (classic) figure on the Five of Cups card is cloaked in black and covered in grief. He is looking at the upturned cups in front of him, oblivious to the fact that there are two upright cups behind him. Loss always hurts because we always resist change. However, every loss opens up new opportunities and possibilities for growth. Every loss initiates change. We need to go with the flow.
The meaning of the card Five of Cups upright
When the Three of Cups is upright in a Tarot reading, it signifies feelings around friendship. It represents community and the network created when we interact with others. You may find that you have a lot of parties and celebrations on your calendar. This card also means that it's time to examine your attachments from an emotional point of view. The card can also represent all kinds of support, including giving and receiving help.
The Meaning of the Five of Cups card reversed
When the Five of Cups is standing in a Tarot reading, it is there to alert you to the possibilities of a loss. You may already be aware of the loss. If not, this is when you should try to reduce the importance of the loss, if not avoid it altogether.
The meaning of the Five of Cups card in love
When the Five of Cups card is reversed in a Tarot reading, you are ready to heal. You've been through the torment of pain and are ready to come out the other side, full of acceptance and the newfound ability to move on.
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