Two of Cups
The Two of Cups represents an ideal partnership characterized by mutual attraction, equality, and deep connection. It evokes the mythic bond of Enkidu and Gilgamesh—two opposites who become equals and deeply loving companions despite a rocky meeting. Upright, the card signals happiness, partnership, and balanced union; reversed, it warns of imbalance, discord, or separation and potential power imbalances. Overall, it emphasizes reciprocal connection and the need for fairness and effort to sustain a harmonious relationship.
Keywords
Card Title
Two of Cups
Character
Enkidu and Gilgamesh
Origin
Iraq, Sumerian Mythology
Description
The Two of Cups is an ideal relationship that still faces difficulties. Gilgamesh was a tyrant until Enkidu was created for him—to be his equal in every way. Though their initial meeting was rocky, they came to love each other very much as opposites who complete each other.
Upright
A happy relationship, equality, partnership, attraction, connection
Reverse
Imbalance, discord, separation, incompatibility, power imbalance
Visual Description
Two figures stand close, forehead to forehead and clasping hands: one is a horned, furry satyr-like figure and the other a crowned, robed human adorned with jewelry and colorful textiles. Two ornate cups rest on short pedestals in the foreground while leafy branches frame the scene against a teal sky. A decorative white border encircles the image and a banner at the bottom reads "Two of Cups."
Tarot of the Divine
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