Tarot Card Symbolism: The Page of Cups of the Minor Arcana

The Page of Cups of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the eleventh card of the Suit of Cups. It follows the Ten of Cups. It is the embodiment of creativity, learning, and emotional expansion. In some decks, this card is called the Princess of Cups.

The Symbolism of the Page of Cups Tarot Card

This card is represented by a fine young man dressed in fine clothing. He stands on a beach, and the waters behind him are calm and inspiring. In his hand, he holds a cup; from this cup, a fish emerges. It is unclear whether this fish originally came from the ocean, or whether is it from the imagination of the page. Upon his face, the page wears a whimsical expression.

The General Interpretation of the Page of Cups Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies an artistic nature or opportunity; creativity of some kind is indicated by the Page of Cups. It could mean that you are returning to school. If this is the case, this card may suggest a major in a more creative field, such as art or creative writing.

This is also the card of emotional expansion. The Page is learning that, despite the good life he has discovered and regardless of his contentment, there is more out there. More to learn, more to see, more to do. This card encourages the act of seeking new knowledge.

The Inner Meaning of the Page of Cups in Tarot

The Page of Cups is the image of a sweet-natured child. As a court card, it may represent an actual person, a situation, or both at the same time. As a person, it may be a child who loves home and family, but may struggle with academics. Traditional schooling is difficult for this child.

Instead, he excels at the arts, whether it be music, writing, or visual art, and he is highly creative. The Page is also very spiritual, and is very likely psychic in some way. This is a card of the creative-emotional side of the brain, so this person may also be a little high-strung and often is easily agitated.

As a situation, this card implies an opportunity of some kind. Perhaps a new job, returning to school, or simply the opportunity to volunteer time or services for the benefit of all. The opportunity shown by the Page of Cups is almost always artistic in nature, however. Something creative, using both art and imagination, is most likely.

The Knight of Cups follows this card. The Page of Cups is the first court card of the Suit of Cups.