Queen of Cups
Queen of Cups
Keywords: Lady of Cups, Water of Waters, Queen of Nymphs and Undines
Personality State
The Queen of Cups is intuitive, compassionate, and deeply feeling. She radiates gentleness, emotional depth, and readiness to support and nurture. She often lives through her heart rather than through logic.
On a Deeper Level
This card signifies emotional maturity and the ability to embrace vulnerability with grace. The soul here has learned to feel deeply without being overwhelmed—balancing sensitivity and strength.
Professional Situation
In work or projects, the Queen of Cups may point to roles involving care, healing, art, or emotional intelligence. Her presence suggests that empathy, intuition, and emotional insight will guide success more than pure ambition.
Financial and Housing Condition
Financially or in terms of home, this card can indicate a setting of comfort, safety, and emotional stability. You may feel drawn to a living space that nurtures the heart or be supported by someone kind in your material life.
Personal Relationships
In relationships, the Queen of Cups often represents a loving, understanding, and supportive partner or figure. She brings emotional security, kindness, and a deep caring presence. If appearing in a reading about a person, she may be that soulful companion.
Health Condition
In health, the Queen of Cups suggests that emotional balance supports physical well‑being. Caring for one’s feelings, embracing self‑love, and seeking emotional clarity may foster healing and vitality.
Reversed Card Meaning
Reversed, the Queen of Cups warns of emotional overwhelm, boundary issues, or being overly influenced by others’ emotions. She may become absorbed in others’ problems or lose clarity in her own feelings.
Manifestation in Combinations
- + The Moon: heightened intuition, but watch for illusion
- + The High Priestess: deep inner knowing and emotional insight
- + The Empress: nurturing abundance and emotional growth
- + The Star: hope and healing through emotional connection
- + Two of Cups: deepening bond, emotional unity
Archetypal Correspondences
Symbolism: Water imagery, nurturing heart, intuitive throne
Role: The emotional guide, the soul’s caretaker
Theme: Compassion, receptivity, inner harmony
To understand how the Queen of Cups integrates into your tarot journey, refer to the Learning Tarot guide. May your heart find its wisdom. 🌊