Today · Thursday, June 4, 2026Marseille deck · 78 cards · meanings curated
King of Cups
King of Cups
steady heartdiplomatcompassion
A still throne on choppy waters; the king who feels without drowning.
Upright meaning
upright · coreThe King of Cups sits on a throne afloat on rough sea, calm. He rules the mature emotional life — a steady heart in turbulent weather, diplomatic skill, the capacity to hold conflict without escalating. The card asks for both compassion and composure.
Reversed meaning
reversed · shadowEmotional repression behind a calm mask, or moods turning the throne unsteady.
Astrological correspondence
planet · sign · element✦
Water · Feeling
correspondence
In a reading
past/present/future · relationship · yes/noPast: a steady-hearted figure who modelled something. Present: hold steady; lead with compassion. Future: a wise, balanced emotional resolution. In relationships: an emotionally mature, dependable partner. As a yes/no: yes, with steady heart.
Context
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