Tarot Card Meaning Dictionary · Cups
King of Cups King of Cups
The King of Cups belongs to the Cups among the 78 Rider-Waite tarot cards. Suit of Water — emotion, relationships, and the flow of the heart If you drew this card while dealing with that kind of flow, use the meanings below as a reference.
The Symbolism on This Card
A king sits on a stone throne in the middle of the sea, with a ship riding the waves and a fish leaping behind him. The throne that stays dry even amid the churning sea represents a maturity that isn't swallowed up by emotion, and the fish pendant around his neck represents reason that hasn't forgotten the heart.
Upright Meaning
Keywords: Emotional balance · Tolerance · Mature generosity
A card of a king staying calm even on a churning sea. A maturity that stays warm without being swept away by emotion is at work right now, making you strong in resolving conflicts and offering counsel.
Reversed Meaning
Keywords: Hiding emotion · Coldness
Pretending to be fine for too long has widened the gap between how you feel and how you appear. Opening up to even one trusted person restores the balance.
Interpretation by Topic
Love A time when steady, dependable love is possible, free of emotional swings. Mature consideration lands well.
Money Calm judgment that doesn't get shaken by emotion protects your money. A role as advisor suits you too.
Work A role of staying grounded in a crisis falls to you. Calmness itself becomes leadership.
Tarot card readings are reference and entertainment content based on traditional symbolism, and do not predict actual future events.