The King of Cups is at the height of power in the cups suit. Despite this, he appears calm, un-anxious about losing that power. Instead of being ruthless, the King rules in compassion, listening to those around him. The King of Cups is in touch with his emotions and uses them to be empathetic to those he is in charge of.
Like the Queen of Cups, the king is relaxed and levelheaded. Instead of ruling with an iron fist, The King of Cups rules through compassion and dialogue. He lacks any anxiety over his position of power, expressing a contentment for his life.
The throne carved in stone miraculously floats on top of the ocean. This reveals the king’s lighthearted nature and grace. The gray color of the throne in turn illustrates his unbiased judgement. Free from the weight of guilt, the king’s virtue floats to the surface.
The fish popping out of the left side of the card is reminiscent of the fish in the Page’s cup. It is that surprise spark of creativity. As the spirit animal of the cups suit, the fish also reiterates the need for us to swim in our emotional subconscious. It is noteworthy that the fish that was in a small cup, is now living in a vast ocean, which again reiterates the story of Matsya Avatar. Maybe the fish is advising the king regarding betterment of everyone.
To the right of the card, a ship sails across the sea. This symbolizes the need to keep exploring. Enlightenment is not a static place; it is a movement towards the divine. Opposite to the fish, the ship represents our creativity manifested. In reality, Arabian sea is a major transport route for India, since ancient times Indian merchants have been sailing to the western countries to sell goods produced in India and bring wealth to our motherland.
Far from the ornate cup of the Queen, the cup that the King holds is a reiteration of the previous cups found in the suit. It is a reminder to stay humble, especially when you are in a position of power. The Sengol (Raj-Danda or sceptor) is the source of the king’s royal authority. It is shorter than most scepters, suggesting the need to limit one’s power and to avoid ambition. A sengol is an Indian symbol of ruling with justice and impartiality.
Upright meaning
This card often represents emotional balance, wisdom, and diplomacy. It suggests that you have a strong sense of emotional intelligence and that you’re able to navigate your emotions with ease. The card encourages you to lead with compassion and to be a source of support and guidance for others.
Reverse meaning
This card can indicate emotional imbalance, manipulation, or a lack of empathy. You may be struggling to connect with others or to find balance in your emotions. The card suggests that you may need to work on developing your emotional intelligence and finding ways to connect with others in a positive and supportive way.
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