Two of Cups
The Two of Cups symbolizes the joy of meeting one's soul reflected in someone or something else, the recognition and valuation of attractions, and the deep connections formed beyond time. It represents intimacy, tenderness, respect, and the magic of reunification, whether with a person, animal, ideal job, calling, or spiritual experiences. The card encourages the recognition of a kindred spirit, celebrating an ideal combination and joyful unions, but warns about the pain of unrequited love as its shadow aspect.
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Recognition
The Two of Cups represents an encounter with a person, object, or energy reflecting the state of your soul, bringing joy in seeing oneself in another. This card involves a sober evaluation of attractions towards the things we love. Horses symbolize intimacy, tenderness, and respect in the wild backdrop of the Dark Forest. The card reflects the finding of one's other half and the meeting with one's own desire, where horses closely connected represent how time fades for old friends, unveiling the wild magic of reunion.
Deeper Meaning
Horses use their sense of smell to recognize each other, signifying how traditionally in tarot, horses express the energy of a situation. In this card, the horses have stopped; time halts as they breathe in the air, studying each other. It symbolizes the human aspiration to discover oneself deeply hidden within us. The Two of Cups captures the moment of reunion, which might involve a person, an animal, the ideal job, a calling, or even a mystical experience. It's a card of longing for understanding and recognition, embodying the desire 'to be seen' inherent in all things.
MEANING
Awareness of a cherished desire. Recognition. The other half. The perfect combination. Happiness in heart. Pleasure. Reflection. Joy. Love. Coming home. Reunion. Spiritual union. Kindred spirits. Spiritual brotherhood.
SHADOW
The dark side of this card reveals itself when you love someone unrequitedly. Rejection can cause almost physical pain as it triggers the same brain regions involved. Treat this like the flu or another curable illness. The shadow also manifests when attempting to revive long-forgotten feelings. Not all feelings, passions, and love affairs can last forever, yet we can cherish their very presence in our lives.
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