Arkana
Two of Cups tarot card, Rider–Waite–Smith (1909)
Two of Cups tarot card, Rider–Waite–Smith (1909)
Reversed position

Two of Cups

Cups, II

Keywords

  • partnership
  • mutual attraction
  • reciprocity
  • a genuine union

Upright meaning

Partnership, mutual attraction, reciprocity, a genuine union.

Reversed meaning

Imbalance, disharmony, a connection strained or broken off.

A reversed card isn't simply a bad sign: usually its energy is blocked, turned inward, delayed or excessive.

Image and symbolism

Two figures exchange cups beneath the caduceus.

Element and place in the deck

Cups belong to water. They speak of feelings, relationships, intuition and the inner world. Cups usually answer questions about love, friendship and emotional state.

The Two speaks of balance and choice: two forces to harmonise, or a decision between two paths.

Other cards in this group: Ace of Cups, Three of Cups, Four of Cups, Five of Cups, Six of Cups, Seven of Cups, Eight of Cups, Nine of Cups, Ten of Cups, Page of Cups, Knight of Cups, Queen of Cups, King of Cups.

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