The Three of Cups of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the third card of the Suit of Cups. It follows the Two of Cups. It is the embodiment of joyful social contact, harmony, and frivolity.
The Symbolism of the Three of Cups Tarot Card
This card is represented by three people raising their cups in celebration. Around them are scattered remnants of food, showing the aftermath of a festival, of some type. The background is void of anything at all, though it can be clearly seen that it is an outdoor scene. This could be symbolic of the card's rather superficial message.
The General Interpretation of the Three of Cups Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies joy and merriment, usually in a social group. Of all the Cups cards, it is the most superficial. This card is indicative of general agreement, harmony, merriment, and is occasionally associated with the idea of birth. This is especially true if it appears with other birth-related cards, such as the Empress.
The Three of Cups is definitely a card that relates to partying — this much is obvious. However, it can bring a warning, a sense that matters are not being taken as seriously as they should. This card can indicate a lack of seriousness, or even a severe lack of maturity.
The Inner Meaning of the Three of Cups in Tarot
The Three of Cups is the image of a group coming together to focus on a common goal, usually emotional in nature. This card reveals a sense of community, of people reaching out to each other. The Three of Cups can suggest a time for greater community involvement, perhaps through volunteering. Though these actions, caring and community may be developed, and a goal shared. The energy put towards this common goal will be positive and nurturing in nature.
In cases where the past has been particularly tragic or rough, this card may also indicate that the only way to get through this time is to seek out the assistance of others. Community resources, such as counseling and other social services, could be symbolized by the Three of Cups. If you have been considering utilizing such services, this card definitely indicates that this is the time to do so.
The Three of Cups is generally a happy and social card. It indicates times of merriment and frivolity, and much enjoyment.
The Four of Cups follows this card.
For those who choose to read reversed (upside down) cards as different than upright cards, the Two of Cups, when it appears in a Tarot spread in its reversed position, could indicate that a parting or a separation may occur. This parting may be permanent or temporary, depending on the other cards in the spread. An affair may not get off the ground. Love should always be a two-way street, so guard against loving someone who doesn't return your love.
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.
For those who choose to read reversed (upside down) Tarot cards as having a different meaning from upright Tarot cards, the Ace of Cups in its reversed position can indicate that a lover is losing interest of that there is affection to be had, but not the all-embracing love that you seek. Perhaps the love is there, but muddles and confusion abound.
