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Ace of Cups

Description, Upright & Reversed Keywords and Meaning, Exoteric & Esoteric Interpretation

Published: 11/1/2024 3:36:48 AM

Updated: 5/19/2025 6:44:03 PM

Author: Yadin Caliel

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Ace of Cups
Rank 1
Roman Numeral I

Description of Ace of Cups


TheAce of Cups depicts a large glowing white hand emerging from the air to the right of the card. In the palm of the hand stands a large golden chalice with 5 streams of water pouring out into the Lilley pads below.

Above the cup is a dove carrying in it's mouth a small wafer bearing the symbol of the cross.

Upright


Upright Keywords for Ace of Cups

Love, new emotions, emotional abundance, compassion, spiritual awakening


Upright Meaning of Ace of Cups

In the upright position, The Ace of Cups signifies the arrival of love, new emotions, and emotional fulfillment. It represents compassion and a potential spiritual awakening. This card encourages you to open your heart to love and positive emotional experiences.

Reversed


Reversed Keywords for Ace of Cups

Blocked emotions, emotional emptiness, missed opportunities


Reversed Meaning of Ace of Cups

In the reversed position, The Ace of Cups may indicate blocked emotions, emotional emptiness, or missed opportunities for love. It can suggest a need to address emotional barriers and be open to love and connection.


Suit: Cups
Suit Cups (Chalices, Goblets)
Keywords Emotions, Relationships, Intuition, Spirituality
Description Cups represent the element of 🜄 Water and are associated with emotions, intuition, relationships, and spirituality. They often symbolize love, compassion, empathy, and matters of the heart. Cups are linked with the realm of emotions, feelings, and connections with others.
Cardinal Direction ⬅ West
Element 🜄 Water
Time of Day 🌇 Evening
Season 🌞 Summer
Hebrew Letter hHeh, second
Zodiac Signs ♋ Cancer, ♏ Scorpio, ♓ Pisces
Duality Receptive
Polarity - Negative
Gender ♀ Feminine
Jungian Function ❤ Feeling