Knight of Cups

The Knight of Cups represents a young man seated on a white horse, wearing full armor and a helmet. His horse is pacing calmly, and the Knight of Cups is holding a single cup in his right hand, which symbolizes his emotionality. The card also shows a deserted area in the background, which is clearly outside the city. The river flowing and the calm blue sky allude to the fact that feelings are most important to him. Indeed, the Knight of Cups, which is the second court card in this element, indicates a person who desires amorous conquests. The Knight of Cups may be a romantic and sometimes even a dreamer, for whom feelings are most important. He can promise a lot in order to fulfil expectations of himself and others. The Knight of Cups is an excellent lover, but his feelings can be much less stable than the King of Cups. The Knight of Cups is a very good sign in relationship questions, but it will most often predict meeting a person with the looks and/or characteristics of this card. However, beware with this card of any kind of illusions that you may succumb to.

he upright Knight of Cups, like other courtly figures, indicates that the main influence on the matter in question will come from a person matching the description of this card. The card very often announces the arrival of a new man in a woman's life, with whom she can experience a hot romance. It is very rare for the Knight of Cups to indicate a person of the female gender, but it can happen in certain circumstances. In an upright position it is a card of great romance, infatuation and the conquest of hearts. The upright Knight of Cups may predict a very emotional time in an ongoing relationship, as well as situations which may cause you to drift off into a deep sleep or even a kind of detachment from reality. The card in an upright position also tells of a flirt or a meeting with a lover or a very sensitive person. If the Knight of Cups is portraying you, it predicts a certain stepping forward, as well as a new romance coming up. Also expect an invitation for a date or other events in the near future that will strongly excite your emotions. This is good news in all matters related to feelings and close relationships.

The reversed Knight of Cups very often speaks of a person of the so-called Casanova type. This is a seducer who, in order to win a woman's heart, will do and say all the right things. However, his promises are usually empty, and behind his apparent actions there are no solid feelings. On the other hand, it may turn out that these feelings are real, but at the same time so intense that at certain moments they overwhelm you. Such love can prove destructive, which can lead to submission to a woman. In addition, the Knight of Cups is a card of narcissism, as well as idealizing another person or relationship. Beware of all kinds of lies, manipulation and attempts at seduction. If you are not currently in a relationship, the reversed Knight of Cups warns against chasing unrealistic experiences on the emotional plane. The feelings you are currently experiencing may be superficial, and upcoming events may bring rejection. All this can lead you to escape from reality, so you should be especially careful about abusing stimulants of any kind during this time. The reversed Knight of Cups also predicts disappointment, separation and sadness.

The upright Knight of Cups is a positive sign for feelings especially for people who are lonely. In case of women it announces meeting a new partner, and in case of men it announces love conquests. The Knight of Cups, although in itself does not indicate a sexual life, can nevertheless manifest in its meaning also in this field, because the person on this card is an extremely hot and passionate lover. All this can lead to romantic moments full of intimacy and great feelings. The card foretells a period of love, affection, tenderness and pleasant encounters. The Knight of Cups in the upright position may soon offer you a proposal or a meeting worth taking advantage of. This card encourages you to take action, because it's the perfect time for you to reach further goals after the first step taken with the Page of Cups. The Knight of Cups in relationships also represents a young, attractive and charming man who can turn your head for some time. His actions and words will be great and will leave you stunned, but you need to see what's really behind them. In an ongoing relationship the upright Knight of Cups predicts a quiet period of romance, and perhaps an offer to move in together or get married.

The reversed Knight of Cups is not a good sign both for those who are single and those who are in a current relationship. The card very often predicts a break up or at best bad news that you may soon hear from your partner. If you intend to offer someone a meeting or a closer involvement in a relationship then expect your offer to be rejected. In emotional matters the Knight of Cups reversed is also a sign of disappointment and false feelings from the other person. The person it portrays may be immature, and their love may destroy everything that has been built up so far. On the other hand, the Knight of Cups may indicate a man who shows his feelings too easily or gives in to a woman. He could also have a reputation for being a narcissist and a heartbreaker, and there will be a lot of truth in that. The positive impression the Knight of Cups has made so far will turn into betrayal, manipulation and disloyalty on his part. This person can also be passive aggressive in a relationship and has a high degree of volatility. Be wary of empty promises and empty words. Before entrusting someone with your love, ask yourself if this person is worth it.