Minor Arcana · Suit of Cups
Knight of Cups Tarot Card Meaning
Upright meaning
The Knight of Cups symbolizes pursuit of emotion, beauty, and ideals. His gentle movement with the cup reflects romantic vision, creativity, and heartfelt intention. This card represents following the call of the heart.
Reversed meaning
The Knight of Cups reversed reflects unrealistic expectations, moodiness, or inconsistent emotional pursuit. Symbolically, it represents the distortion of idealism into escapism or over-sentimentality.