The King of Cups in the Tarot signifies wisdom, calm, diplomacy, affection and tolerance. The meaning of the King of Cups in a Tarot reading is a combination of the positive energy of the water of the suit of Cups and the external focus of a king. Your knowledge of the world comes from your heart. Wise and understanding, he guides his students with love. In all situations, he is calm and relaxed and knows intuitively what is needed at any given moment. His persona exudes tranquillity, and everyone turns to him for advice while listening carefully. Under him, everyone else has the freedom to grow and develop in their own way.
The meaning of the card King of Hearts upright
When the King of Cups is standing in a Tarot reading, it means that you may need to take the kinds of actions that the King can take. You need to respond calmly in a crisis. You need to use diplomacy instead of force and you need to help. You must accept different points of view. You must act in the way that the King of Cups does, with tolerance and understanding in a caring atmosphere. Let the King's special energy mean something to you, and let yourself be inspired by what the King represents.
The Meaning of the King of Hearts card reversed
When the King of Cups is reversed in a Tarot reading, it can mean that you're being a bit immature about things. Are you exaggerating or feeling overly emotional when it comes to certain problems? It's best to take a deep breath and examine where you are internally.
The meaning of the King of Hearts card in love
The King of Cups in a Tarot love reading is a card of emotional fulfillment. If you're single, it could mean that some very good male energy is coming your way. If you're in a relationship, it could indicate a positive male influence in your life. Either way, the King of Cups is a stand-up guy ready to get you off the ground.
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