King of Cups
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Quick Info
- Element
- Water
- Domain
- Emotions & Relationships
Keywords & Themes
Card Description
The King of Cups is a court card representing a person or energy that is authority, control, mature masculine in matters of emotions, relationships, intuition.
Upright Meaning
The King brings authority and control to emotions, relationships, intuition. Represents someone who embodies water energy.
Reversed Meaning
Immature or blocked water energy. May indicate mature masculine taken to excess.
Guidance & Advice
Embody the positive qualities of water through authority.
Questions for Reflection
- ✦Who in my life represents this water energy?
- ✦How can I embody more authority?
- ✦What emotions needs this energy?
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Now that you understand King of Cups, try our interactive spreads to see how it connects with other cards in a reading.
Understanding King of Cups in Tarot Readings
King of Cups is part of the Cups suit, representing authority, control, mature masculine. When this card appears in a reading, it often signals matters related to emotions & relationships.
King of Cups in Different Positions
The meaning of King of Cups can shift depending on its position in a spread. In past positions, it may indicate authority that has already influenced your journey. In present positions, it suggests current energies around control. In future positions, it points toward upcoming opportunities or challenges related to mature masculine.
Combining King of Cups with Other Cards
When King 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.