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Tarot Card Meanings:
Two of Cups

Two of Cups: Overview and Symbols

The Two of Cups represents partnership, mutual attraction, and harmonious relationships. Depicting two figures exchanging cups, this card signifies deep emotional connection, balance, and the potential for a meaningful and loving union.

Some Specific Symbols and Their Meanings in the Rider Waite Smith Tarot:

  • Two figures exchanging cups: Symbolizes mutual attraction, partnership, and emotional exchange.
  • Caduceus between the figures: Represents balance, healing, and the harmony of opposites.
  • Lion’s head above the caduceus: Indicates passion, strength, and the powerful energy of the union.
  • Blue background: Suggests calmness, tranquility, and the emotional depth of the relationship.
  • White robes: Reflect purity, sincerity, and the genuine nature of the connection.
the two of cups from the rider waite smith tarot
Two of Cups as depicted in the Rider-Waite Smith Tarot by A.E. White, illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith

Two of Cups: Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Partnership, mutual attraction, harmony, emotional connection, balance, union, love, collaboration.

The Two of Cups in the tarot signifies a deep emotional connection and harmonious partnership, where mutual attraction and balance are key. This card represents the coming together of two people in a relationship, whether romantic, platonic, or collaborative, highlighting the potential for a meaningful and loving union. It emphasizes the importance of mutual respect, understanding, and the exchange of emotions, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. The Two of Cups encourages you to nurture and appreciate the bonds you form with others, recognizing the power of collaboration and the beauty of a balanced and harmonious relationship.

Two of Cups: Reversed Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Disconnection, imbalance, misunderstandings, broken relationship, disharmony, lack of trust, separation.

When the Two of Cups appears reversed in a tarot reading, it signifies disconnection and imbalance in a relationship, where misunderstandings and a lack of harmony may be present. This card suggests that the emotional connection between two people has weakened, leading to potential conflicts, mistrust, or even separation. It reflects the challenges in maintaining a balanced partnership and the need to address underlying issues that may be causing disharmony. The reversed Two of Cups urges you to confront these difficulties, communicate openly, and seek to restore balance and understanding in your relationships, or to consider whether it is time to let go.

Gallery: Two of Cups in Various Tarot Decks

Photo of the two of cups from the rider waite smith tarot and the after tarot
Two of Cups from After Tarot (right)
by Corrine Kenner, Pietro Alligo, and
Giulia Francesca Massaglia