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In many decks, Cups are pictured as ornate chalices that often appear double-ended as though they can be filled from both sides. Any type of vessel can depict the feminine energy of the suit – cauldrons, vases, baskets, bottles, etc. Images on the cards illustrate comfort, security, happiness or contentment.

Cups describe emotions, love, romance, relationships with others (friends, colleagues etc), culture, intuition and the unconscious in addition to referring to good-natured, friendly situations.

It is important to note that the emotions shown in Cups is not only romantic love, but is indicative of friendship, compassion and kindness. Cups, like Pentacles, are almost always considered to be positive. If there are negative factors in a reading, Cups will counter-balance the negativity by helping to make the situation better or pointing out the right direction / solution. The appearance of Cups in a reading could mean that the Querant is enjoying positive and happy relationships or looking for this type of romantic relationship or friendship. It could also indicate the loss of such a relationship or the renewal process after such a loss.

The Nine of Cups best describes everything the suit stands for – great joy and happiness, dreams coming true and getting what you wish for.

Wands represent the water element so the energy here is receptive, inwardly-focussed, reflective, connected with emotions, creativity and intuition. Water is feminine / yin (represents the womb) and so Cups represent the ability to receive and to hold.

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