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Keywords: Creativity; diplomatic wisdom; intelligence; self-restraint; authority; calmness; rationality

Events: Development of both creativity and emotions; diplomatic skills; harmonious and peaceful relationships; stable career progress; emotional intelligence leading to leadership success

Personality: Emotionally stable; firm in beliefs; calm; confident; highly intelligent; authoritative; excellent interpersonal skills; a leader; advisor; foreigner; ambitious

Mental State: Tranquil; peaceful; stable

Advice: Handle issues with rationality; listen to others' emotional needs and offer support

Card Imagery: The King of Cups sits on a throne floating on the sea, holding a cup in one hand and a scepter in the other.

Symbolism:

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  King of Cups

  Element: Fire (🜂)

  Element: Water (🜄)

  Upright

  Keywords: Creativity; diplomatic wisdom; intelligence; self-restraint; authority; calmness; rationality

  Events: Development of both creativity and emotions; diplomatic skills; harmonious and peaceful relationships; stable career progress; emotions guiding actions

  Personality: Emotionally stable; firm in beliefs; calm; confident; highly intelligent; authoritative; strong interpersonal skills; a leader; advisor; ambitious

  Mental State: Tranquil; peaceful; stable

  Advice: Handle issues with rationality; listen to others' emotional needs and offer support

  Card Imagery: The King of Cups sits on a throne floating on the sea, holding a cup in one hand and a scepter in the other.

  Symbolism:

  • Fish Necklace: Represents creativity; also associated with the "Ichthys" symbol, often linked to spiritual knowledge
  • Scepter: A symbol of power, shaped like the lotus scepter from Egyptian culture, representing strength, authority, and divine force
  • Dolphin: Represents freedom and wisdom; signifies spiritual insight and inner intelligence
  • Large Fish: Suggests hidden dangers, indicating challenges present in the environment
  • Ship: Symbolizes trade, diplomacy, and exploration
  • Floating Throne: Unlike the other kings whose thrones are firmly placed on land, the King of Cups’ throne floats on water without any direct grounding—indicating that his achievements are not solely based on personal strength but also external support

  Reversed

  Keywords: Loss of control; chaotic relationships; selfishness; tyranny; hypocrisy; manipulative behavior

  Events: Turmoil in relationships; emotions and creativity being misdirected, leading to disorder; emotional instability; outbursts of uncontrollable emotions; manipulation of others; unethical actions; deceit

  Personality: Unpredictable moods; overbearing; hypocritical; ruthless; highly scheming; controlling; lacking empathy; self-centered

  Mental State: Anxious; repressed; insecure; emotionally unstable

  Advice: Be cautious of manipulative individuals who use words to control others; take responsibility for your actions; sometimes suppressing impulsive emotions can lead to a smoother outcome; acknowledge emotional issues and seek solutions, whether through conflict resolution or professional counseling; offer emotional support to others

  Card Imagery: A. The King of Cups takes on the form of a venomous snake, luring others into his trap. B. The King of Cups manipulates and controls those around him.

  Symbolism:

  • Snake: Borrowed from the Lenormand deck, symbolizing diplomacy with hidden motives, using manipulation to gain personal benefits
  • Orb: Represents supreme power and control