SUIT OF CUPS
Knight of CupsTarot card meaning
- Element
- Water
- Astrology
- Aquarius to Pisces
- Yes or no
- Yes
- Number
- Cups 12
Symbolism
A knight in winged armor rides a white horse at a slow, calm pace, holding a golden cup out in front of him like an offering. A river winds through the landscape. He's the romantic of the deck: led by feeling and imagination.
✦ A word from Knight of Cups: Follow your heart, and keep your feet on the ground.
Knight of Cups · Upright meaning
The Knight of Cups brings romance, invitations, and offers that appeal to your heart. You may be swept off your feet or inspired to follow a creative dream. Enjoy it, and let your feelings lead without switching off your common sense.
Knight of Cups · Reversed meaning
Reversed, the Knight of Cups warns of moodiness, unrealistic expectations, or someone who's all charm and no follow-through. Check whether promises are backed by action.
Knight of Cups · Love & relationships
Upright, romance, a proposal, or a charming new admirer. Reversed, someone emotionally unavailable or a let-down after big promises.
Knight of Cups · As feelings
They're romantic about you and may be planning to express their feelings or make a move. Reversed, they're charming but inconsistent.
Knight of Cups · As advice
Follow your heart, and back your feelings up with action.
Knight of Cups · Career & studies
Upright, a creative offer or work you're passionate about. Reversed, great ideas that never get finished.
Knight of Cups · Money & abundance
Don't let emotions make your money decisions.
Knight of Cups · Wellbeing
Balance dreaminess with grounding routines.
Which card would find you right now?
If you just drew Knight of Cups with your own deck, or there's a question on your mind, Moonveil can read it in light of your situation.
Knight of Cups: frequently asked questions
What does Knight of Cups mean upright?
The Knight of Cups brings romance, invitations, and offers that appeal to your heart. You may be swept off your feet or inspired to follow a creative dream. Enjoy it, and let your feelings lead without switching off your common sense.
What does Knight of Cups reversed mean? Is it a bad card?
Reversed, the Knight of Cups warns of moodiness, unrealistic expectations, or someone who's all charm and no follow-through. Check whether promises are backed by action.
What does Knight of Cups mean in love and relationships?
Upright, romance, a proposal, or a charming new admirer. Reversed, someone emotionally unavailable or a let-down after big promises.
What does Knight of Cups mean as feelings?
They're romantic about you and may be planning to express their feelings or make a move. Reversed, they're charming but inconsistent.
What does Knight of Cups mean as advice?
Follow your heart, and back your feelings up with action.
Is Knight of Cups a yes or a no?
In a single-card yes-or-no reading, Knight of Cups leans "Yes". Tarot is better at showing how a situation and your feelings are moving than at giving a flat verdict, so read it alongside the card's details and your own circumstances.