Queen of Cups
Minor Arcana · Cups
Keywords
compassionemotional securityintuitivenurturing
Reversed Keywords
codependencyinsecuritymartyrdom
Card Imagery
A serene queen sits on an ornate throne at the edge of the sea, holding an elaborate closed cup — her emotions are contained and understood, not spilled carelessly. Angels and sea creatures decorate her throne. Her gaze is reflective and calm.
Upright Meaning
The Queen of Cups is deeply intuitive, compassionate, and emotionally secure. She trusts her feelings and creates a safe space for others to express theirs. She rules with empathy and emotional intelligence.
Reversed Meaning
Reversed, the Queen of Cups may indicate codependency, emotional insecurity, or martyrdom. You may be absorbing others' pain at the expense of your own wellbeing, or your intuition is clouded.