Card 49 • cups

King of Cups

Brief Description

The King of Cups represents a creative, intuitive figure who is deeply in touch with his emotions and can make others feel at ease. He is capable of weathering intense emotional storms while remaining emotionally balanced and dependable. When wounded, he often conceals his hurt and at worst may hold grudges or become distant. The card can also advise you to be more emotionally open and honest with your feelings.

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Poem

As the storm rages I stand proud and tall No matter the winds I shall never fall.

Meaning

The King of Cups is creative, intuitive, and in touch with his emotions. It is someone who knows how to make others feel at ease and is capable of weathering intense emotional storms. However, if they are hurt, they're not likely to show it. At their worst, they may be susceptible to holding grudges. The King of Cups may also suggest that you could benefit from being more emotionally open and honest with your feelings.

Upright Keywords

a mature masculine aura who is Pisces, Cancer, or Scorpio, emotionally balanced, generous, articulate, sympathetic but stern, dependable, creative but not naive

Reversed Keywords

someone who is emotionally manipulative, purposely withholding, emotionally abusive, insecure, cold, distant, moody

Visual Description

A crowned man in ornate robes sits amid waves and icy rocks, holding a jeweled chalice aloft in one hand and a scepter in the other. A large purple walrus reclines in the foreground, looking toward the seated king as waves curl around them. A full moon rises behind the king, and the palette features deep purples, gold accents, and swirling aquatic motifs.

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✍️ Deck author(s): Alexandria Huntington

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