Minor Arcana · Cups
Ace of Cups
Ace of Cups belongs to the suit of Cups (element: water) in the Minor Arcana, which describe everyday situations.
Keywords
- New love
- Emotion
- Compassion
In short: Ace of Cups stands for new love, emotion and compassion. An overflowing of new emotions: love, tenderness or inspiration. Reversed, the beginning is delayed or the opportunity is missed. In a yes-or-no question it leans towards “Yes”.
Upright meaning
An overflowing of new emotions: love, tenderness or inspiration. Aces mark a pure beginning, an opportunity that is still a seed. In Cups, everything revolves around feelings, relationships and intuition.
The card's advice
Seize the opportunity while it is fresh.
Frequently asked questions about Ace of Cups
What does Ace of Cups mean reversed?
Reversed, the beginning is delayed or the opportunity is missed. Blocked emotions or an inner emptiness. In Cups, emotions may be suppressed or overflowing.
What does Ace of Cups mean in love?
A new romantic beginning or a rebirth in the relationship. Cups is the suit of love: what you feel matters most.
What does Ace of Cups mean for career and money?
A new opportunity appears. At work, Cups speak of atmosphere, cooperation and vocation.
Is Ace of Cups a yes or a no?
Ace of Cups leans towards “yes”: its energy favours moving forward, especially when it appears upright. Reversed, the yes may come with delays or conditions.
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