4 of Cups
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Quick Info
- Element
- Water
- Domain
- Emotions & Relationships
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
The 4 of Cups represents water energy manifesting as stability, foundation, rest.
Upright Meaning
Establishing emotions, relationships, intuition. This card brings stability to matters of emotions, relationships, intuition.
Reversed Meaning
Blocked or reversed energy in emotions, relationships, intuition. May indicate rest or resistance.
Guidance & Advice
Focus on stability in areas of emotions, relationships, intuition.
Questions for Reflection
- ✦Where do I need stability in emotions?
- ✦How can I better work with water energy?
- ✦What foundation needs attention?
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Now that you understand 4 of Cups, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
Understanding 4 of Cups in Tarot Readings
4 of Cups is part of the Cups suit, representing stability, foundation, rest. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals matters related to emotions & relationships.
4 of Cups in Different Positions
The meaning of 4 of Cups can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate stability that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around foundation. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to rest.
Combining 4 of Cups with Other Cards
When 4 of Cups appears alongside other cups cards, its energy is amplified. Pay attention to surrounding cards to understand the full message.Cards from different suits can show how water energy interacts with other elemental forces in your situation.