King of Cups
YouTarot Version
Upright Meaning
This card represents emotional maturity, compassion, and understanding. The King of Cups embodies a balance of feelings and intellect, suggesting a calm disposition and the ability to navigate emotional waters with grace. The beautifully simple design reflects the essence of emotional intelligence and the nurturing nature of this character.
Keywords:
emotional maturity, compassion, understanding, emotional intelligence, balance, calm, nurturing, wisdom, empathy
Reversed
When reversed, the King of Cups can indicate emotional imbalance, manipulation, or someone struggling to maintain control over their feelings. It may suggest emotional insecurity or being overwhelmed by emotions, leading to confusion or unwise decisions.
Reversed Keywords:
emotional imbalance, manipulation, insecurity, emotional overwhelm, confusion, lack of control
Traditional Rider-Waite
Upright Meaning
The King of Cups in the traditional Rider-Waite deck symbolizes emotional balance, generosity, and diplomatic skills. He represents someone who is deeply compassionate but also capable of maintaining control over their emotions. A figure of wisdom, fairness, and kindness, he encourages using heart and mind together in decision-making.
Keywords:
emotional balance, generosity, diplomacy, compassion, wisdom, fairness, kindness
Reversed
Reversed, the King of Cups shows emotional turbulence, moodiness, or a warning against being manipulative or overly passive. It can also signal a lack of emotional control or dishonesty.
Reversed Keywords:
emotional turbulence, moodiness, manipulation, passivity, lack of control, dishonesty
Yes/No/Maybe?
YouTarot: yes
Traditional: yes