Tarot Card Symbolism: The Knight of Cups Reversed

If you choose to read reversed (upside down) Tarot cards as having different meanings than upright cards in a Tarot spread, then the Knight of Cups in its reversed position is card that encourages you to relax and indulge yourself. This Knight is lazy, weak, selfish, and unreliable. He will travel or move away from you as soon as you begin to make demands upon him. He needs an easy, stress-free life.

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

The Knight of Cups of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the twelfth card of the Suit of Cups. It follows the Page of Cups. It is the embodiment of change and new excitements, very likely of a romantic nature. In some decks, this card is called the Prince of Cups.

The Symbolism of the Knight of Cups Tarot Card

This card is represented by a well-appointed young knight seated upon a grey horse. He holds a cup in his outstretched hand, so that it proceeds before him. Though he travels resolutely to his destination, he has a rather dreamlike expression upon his face.

The General Interpretation of the Knight of Cups Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies change and new excitements, mostly for the better. In most cases, these changes have a romantic component. The Knight of Cups might indicate the beginning of a new romance, for example.

This card can also be interpreted to mean the arrival of new invitations, opportunities, or offers. It is a card of youth, vitality, and endless possibility.

The Inner Meaning of the Knight of Cups in Tarot

The Knight of Cups is the image of an intelligent youth. As a court card, it may represent either an actual person or a situation. Often this card is both at the same time. As a person, it may be a youth or young adult who is the bringer of ideas. He is quick-witted, intelligent, and highly imaginative.

On the other hand, he is easily bored, and searches constantly for new forms of mental and emotional stimulation. Still, he is both artistic and refined, so his boredom is often masked out of courtesy. He has high principles and standards for himself, and is well-liked by all those around him. However, he is also a bit of a dreamer, and can be easily persuaded or discouraged by the right individual.

As a situation, the Knight of Cups is a powerful indication of change, usually abrupt change. This is generally positive for those people who can accept such excitement. But for those who resist change, this card can indicate hardship and some strife as they attempt to adapt to the new situation.

The Queen of Cups follows this card. The Knight of Cups is the second court card of the Suit of Cups.

Tarot Card Symbolism: The Page of Cups Reversed

Not every Tarot reader chooses to read reversed (upside down) cards in a Tarot reading as different than those cards which appear upright. You can certainly choose not to read reversed meanings. However, if you do wish to read upside down cards in a Tarot spread as reversed, then the Page of Cups in its reversed position might indicate that a sensitive youngster will present you with a problem. If you are studying, you will hit a difficult patch or you will be short of time.

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.