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Knight of Cups tarot card

Tarot card meaning Knight of Cups

A knight in a winged helmet rides a white horse at a slow walk toward a river, holding a cup out before him like an offering. Fish decorate his tunic. He does not charge; he arrives. He is the romantic and the bearer of invitations, led by his heart.

Uprightromance
Uprightan invitation
Uprightidealism
Uprighta proposal
Reversedempty charm
Reversedunrealistic dreams
Reverseda broken promise

Upright

An offer comes, and it comes from the heart. The Knight of Cups brings a proposal, an invitation, a declaration. He asks you to follow what you feel and to act on it with grace. Be the one who makes the romantic gesture, who pursues the dream. Idealism is a strength here. Accept what is offered if it moves you.

Reversed

A beautiful promise that is not kept. Upside down, the Knight of Cups is all charm and no substance: moody, unrealistic, in love with being in love. An offer is withdrawn, or proves less than it seemed. Check that the fine words have something behind them, your own included.

In love

Romance arrives: a suitor, a proposal, a declaration made with real feeling. For a couple, tenderness and romantic gestures return. If you are single, someone charming approaches. Enjoy it, and watch whether his actions keep pace with his words.

In work

An appealing offer or invitation reaches you. Creative and artistic work goes well, and so does any role in which you mediate or persuade through charm. Follow the path that inspires you, and ground the dream in practical steps.

Yes or no?

Yes. An offer made from the heart is on its way, and it is worth accepting.

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