The King of Cups is the epitome of empathy. When this card makes an appearance, it means that you or someone close to you is going to use your empathetic skills and psychic ability to navigate a situation.
In some Tarot card decks, the King of Cups is called the Father of Cups or Chalices. However, the Tarot card meaning of the Father of Cups/Chalices and the King of Cups are exactly the same.
While the King of Cups may not be an intellectual (although he can be) but he definitely has social intelligence. He is able to read the room and everyone in it with stark accuracy. When you first meet him, you will feel like you have known him all of your life.
Sometimes this card can pop up to symbolize growth in emotional maturity. Maybe the King of Cups character was used to only thinking of himself, but now he has grown in this area. Alternatively, maybe you are used to dealing with people who act childish, and now you’re going to meet someone to counteract this.
The King of Cups is also a card of devotion. When he appears in a Tarot reading, it means that those in your inner circle are loyal and dedicated to you, especially the male figures. You can trust and rely on most of the men in your life. If there are no men you can lean on in your life yet, there will be soon.
A more negative face of the King of Cups is that he is deliberately controlled. He sits watching others, taking everything in. The King may take advantage of the information he gleans from these observations and his intuition. Sometimes, he can use what he has learned for evil means.
The King of Cups Love Tarot Meaning
In a love Tarot reading, the King of Cups is a positive omen, especially for females who want to settle down with a partner. Like the Queen of Cups, the King of Cups is rarely unmarried or not looking for a serious relationship. He likes to have a companion; having a loving family is very important to him.
The King of Cups is also good if you have a habit of picking lovers who are self-centered and not in-tune with your needs - this is a pattern of behavior you will soon leave behind.
For singles, it is very fortunate to have the King of Cups appear in your Tarot reading. It can be predicted from the King of Cups that you will soon partner up with someone who will only add positive things to your life.
If the King of Cups gives any advice, its that you should be more reserved in the relationship. Keep your problems between you and your partner, and do not involve other people. Thinks of how your lover would feel if they knew that you were spilling their deepest, darkest secrets.
(If you would like more love Tarot meanings for the King of Cups, check out the Love Tarot Meanings E-Book.)
The King of Cups Feelings Tarot Meaning
The King of Cups reassures you that your partner or potential partner's feelings towards you are genuine. The person you’re reading Tarot about is very devoted to you. They may even be devoted to a fault!
In some Tarot readings, the King of Cups can also mean that your lover is very in-tune with your feelings, wants, and needs. They are empathetic and make a conscious effort to see where you are coming from - positive traits for a successful partnership.
The King of Cups Future Tarot Meaning
I often take the King of Cups in the future position of a Tarot reading to indicate a future marriage. While that does not mean that you will marry your current partner, the King of Cups in the future is a welcomed card.
If your relationship is in trouble, and the King of Cups appears in an outcome position, this card serves as reassurance that you can get the type of man who appreciates you. While your current relationship might not last, the King is telling you that he is in your future, waiting for you. Do not fear being single because your King is out there.
The King of Cups Business & Career Tarot Meaning
The King of Cups is a rather bizarre card to get for a career-orientated Tarot reading. While the card is rather positive, it would be more desirable if you received a King of Pentacles or, even, a King of Wands because these men are known for business and money.
I would read the King of Cups as a sign that while your career may be fulfilling, for the short-term future, it will not necessarily be as profitable as you would like. That’s not to say that it will not make any money, but it does mean that you will not benefit financially how you could if you went down other paths. I advise you to get career or business help and explore how you can turn your situation around.
The King of Cups Yes or No Tarot Meaning
General - I would read the King of Cups as a yes for love matters, but it is a rather neutral Tarot card for most types of readings.
Do they like me? - Yes, this person really likes you.
Am I pregnant? - I would not interpret the King of Cups as a positive indicator of pregnancy, but there are a lot of readers who would.
Is this relationship going to last? - Yes, this relationship is going to last for the foreseeable future.
Does the future of this look promising? - If you are reading Tarot about a relationship or psychic development, the future of this matter appears to be promising. For every other matter, the future looks neutral and could go either way.
Am I going to reconcile with my ex? - If your ex is a really loving, empathetic person, then yes, they are coming back into your life. The King of Cups is a sign that your ex will return. However, if your ex does not match the description of the King of Cups, then you will meet someone else who does. You will not be lonely in the future.
The King of Cups as a Negative, Weakness or Obstacle
When the King of Cups appears in a negative, weakness, or obstacle Tarot spread position, this means that someone in your life will be using their emotional intelligence to tug at your heart-strings. This person is very calculating, and they use emotional blackmail to get the things they want from you.
The King of Cups can also pop up as a negative if you are prone to using your intuition for means which do not benefit you. You should take the focus off of trying to work out if your lover has ulterior motives and enjoy the things in life which you can actually see.
The King of Cups as a Positive, Strength or Advantage
When the King of Cups appears in a positive, strength or advantage Tarot spread position, this means that an intuitive, empathetic individual is going to enter your life. This person is completely devoted to you. They will give you good advice.
Sometimes, the King of Cups will not represent another person but they will instead symbolize yourself. If this is the case, the King of Cups as a strength, will mean that you are emotionally mature and controlled. The other Cups Courts can have a habit of letting their emotions get the better of them, but you are not like that. You do not lay all of your cards on the table.
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King of Cups Love Graphics
Art Illustration: In a Tarot card reading, the King of Cups in a spread can be a symbol of someone who is intuitive, emotionally mature and passionate. This post includes a vintage and modern fortune telling meanings of the King of Cups, ideal for the advanced reader or those just learning the cards. These interpretations can be used with any of the decks (Rider Waite, Marseilles etc).
The King of Cups Tarot card meaning with the Rider Waite Smith Tarot Deck. Focuses on feelings. The King of Cups represents a perceptive and empathetic individual who can navigate situations using their social intelligence and psychic ability. The King of Cups card can also indicate emotional maturity and loyalty from those in your inner circle, particularly male figures. However, the King of Cups can also be deliberately controlling and may use his intuition for negative purposes.
The King of Cups Tarot card meaning with the Rider Waite Smith Tarot Deck. Focuses on love. The King of Cups in a love Tarot reading is a positive omen, particularly for those seeking a serious relationship. He values companionship and family. If you tend to attract self-centered partners, the King of Cups suggests a change in this pattern. For singles, the King of Cups indicates the potential for a positive partnership. He advises being reserved and not involving others in the relationship. The King of Cups assures that your partner's feelings are genuine.
The King of Cups Tarot card meaning with the Rider Waite Smith Deck. Focuses on love questions. Do they like me? - Yes, this person really likes you. Is this relationship going to last? - Yes, this relationship is going to last for the foreseeable future, especially if this card appears in a future or outcome position. Am I going to reconcile with my ex? - If your ex is a really loving, empathetic person, then yes, they are coming back into your life. The King of Cups is a sign that your ex will return. However, if your ex does not match the description of the King of Cups, then you will meet someone else who does. You will not be lonely in the future.
