Uprightromance, charm, following the heart, invitations
Reversedmoodiness, unrealistic expectations, jealousy
Upright meaning
The Knight of Cups stands for romance, charm and following the heart. He brings offers, invitations and messages of love. It points to idealism, creativity and emotional expression.
Reversed meaning
Reversed, he can show moodiness, unrealistic expectations or promises that are not kept.
What the card shows
A knight in armour rides a calm white horse, holding a cup before him. Winged sandals decorate his helmet and heels.
As your card of the day
Follow your heart today, gracefully. Romance and beauty are in the air. Offer kindness and receive it.
“I follow my heart with grace.”
Send a heartfelt message to someone special.
Questions
What does Knight of Cups mean in tarot?
The Knight of Cups stands for romance, charm and following the heart. He brings offers, invitations and messages of love. It points to idealism, creativity and emotional expression.
What does Knight of Cups reversed mean?
Reversed, he can show moodiness, unrealistic expectations or promises that are not kept.
Is Knight of Cups a yes or no card?
Yes. Yes; follow your heart.
Card pictures: the 1909 deck by Pamela Colman Smith (public domain). Meanings based on A. E. Waite's The Pictorial Key to the Tarot (1910), rewritten in modern language. For inspiration and reflection only.