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

The Two of Cups of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the second card of the Suit of Cups. It follows the Ace of Cups. It is the embodiment of partnerships and union, very often of a romantic sort. However, this card can also reveal relationships of a more platonic sort, including business relationships.

The Symbolism of the Two of Cups Tarot Card

This card is represented by a man and a woman facing each other over their respective cups. Through these cups, they are sharing their emotions, connecting on a deeper level. The snakes and wings between them come together to form a caduceus, which, when topped with the lion’s head, represents some element of danger associated with heroism.

The General Interpretation of the Two of Cups Tarot Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies a union of some kind, showing the power of two coming together as one; two forces, which may once have been opposites, are drawn together. Whenever two forces are drawn together, there is the potential for bonding. This union, this bonding, can take several forms. It may be a romantic or sexual union; however, it could also be union of groups, ideals, or thoughts. The union between two entities is the primary theme, and is not limited to only one type of bond.

The Two of Cups is associated with a powerful message that should not be ignored. This is not the time to separate, or drift apart, and it is certainly not the time for anger and strife. This is the time of union, and of partnership. It is a time of forgiveness and reconciliation for both parties.

The Inner Meaning of the Two of Cups Tarot Card

The Two of Cups is the image of partnerships and unions, and of energies coming together to create a mutually powerful bond. Romance and sexual energy are quite often a normal side effect of this bond, but this does not have to necessarily be the case. Remembering that it is also a card of more platonic relationships, so it can also indicate reconciliation, or a strong friendship, and possibly even a business union.

This card hints at an end to struggle and a restoration of a more harmonious state. When this card appears, it brings with it a strong connection between two entities, whether they are two people, two ideas, or two talents. The key here is ‘two.’ This card always, always indicates a pair, not a trio.

The Three of Cups follows this card.