The Four of Cups

Four of Cups Meaning

The Four of Cups is one of the Minor Arcana, number 4 of the Cups suit. The Tarot interpretation of the Four of Cups usually is often about turning something down in order to pursue something else, realizing that it is time to move on from something, or growing tired of something you had gotten used to.

Four of Cups Reversed Meaning

The Four of Cups reversed means refusing to participate in society, an inability to have fun, lacking for company or friendship, and being freezing cold.

Four of Cups Astrological and Esoteric Correspondences

This card reflects emotional withdrawal, contemplation, and re-evaluation, linking it to the planet Neptune and the birthstone Amethyst. Learn more about the significance of its number 4 on the numerology page, and its element Water on the elements page.

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