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King of Cups
Card "King of Cups" Credit: Tarot Rider-Waite

XIV King of Cups

The King of Cups suggests total control over emotions and a balance that allows you to see any situation clearly, making it more possible to make the right decisions. The message that the card brings is positive and suggests a moment of understanding, whether favoring your relationships, whether with your friends, family, your partner or linked to the issue in mind.

If any problems or conflicts arise or are underway, it indicates the calm and wisdom needed to resolve them at the moment. If someone needs your advice, you will probably know what to say. Or, if you are the one who needs help, the card indicates that someone with a huge heart can either help or step in.

A little more about King of Cups...

The King of Cups symbolizes control and wisdom. The card represents almost a fatherly and loving figure. The energy of Cancer, Scorpio, or Pisces in some way can be connected to the moment. Either way, there is a sense of protection and affection at stake.

In the card, we see a King sitting on his throne in the middle of the sea. The waters are rough, but he remains calm. The fish on his cord stands for compassion, creativity, and spirituality, representing a balance between the conscious and the unconscious. Behind him, fish leap out of the sea, while a boat sails steadily. Symbols that the unconscious has been freed and recognized by the King, while remaining within his power and control. The King does not repress his emotions and unconscious impulses, as he has learned to accept and deal with them in a mature and balanced way.