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Four of Cups

Four of Cups

Card Information

minor Arcana - cups

Wikipedia Link

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_of_Cups

Upright Meaning

Weariness, disgust, aversion, imaginary vexations, as if the wine of this world had caused satiety only; another wine, as if a fairy gift, is now offered the wastrel, but he sees no consolation therein. This is also a card of blended pleasure.

Reversed Meaning

Novelty, presage, new instruction, new relations.

In Yes or No Reading

The Four of Cups is a card of stubbornness and refusal. If you're looking for simple Yes or No guidance and receive the Four of Cups, the answer is NO. Wait for a more opportune moment (or a more attractive offer).

Description

The Four of Cups represents introspection and contemplation. The young man seated under the tree symbolizes a period of reflection, where he is evaluating his current emotional state and the opportunities presented to him. The three cups on the ground signify the material or emotional offerings he has already received, yet he seems dissatisfied, indicating a sense of apathy or boredom. The mysterious arm offering another cup from the cloud suggests that new opportunities and insights are available, yet he may be too absorbed in his own thoughts to notice them. This card encourages a reassessment of one's desires and values, urging the individual to break free from stagnation and embrace the potential for renewal and emotional growth.