King of Cups

Cups — Minor Arcana

Upright Meaning

The King of Cups masters the vast emotional realm with wisdom, compassion, and dignified calm. He is emotionally mature, diplomatically intelligent, and creates safety for authentic emotional expression in those around him. This card signals emotional intelligence, balanced generosity, and wise counsel.

Reversed Meaning

Reversed, the King of Cups can suggest emotional manipulation, moodiness beneath a composed exterior, or a person who uses emotional intelligence for controlling purposes. Hidden emotional volatility may be destabilizing close relationships.

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