Keywords for the King of Cups
| UNDERSTANDING | CARING |
| WISE | HELPFUL |
| TOLERANT | RESPONSIBLE |
| COMPASSIONATE | PATIENT |
| DIPLOMATIC | ETHICAL |
In the image on the card, we see our King seated before us on a plainly carved stone throne that seems to be almost floating on the surface of the choppy ocean waves.
It is quite the contrast to the Queen of this suit, who seems almost to blend in with the gentle waves lapping against the shore in front of her.
In fact, the King seems to be quite far out to sea. A large ship is seen riding the crest of a high wave to his right, as a single fish appears to jump up above the surface from the depths of the sea.
King of Cups Interpretation
Like all of the court cards, this can represent someone in our outer environment that shows the same qualities and characteristics of the King of Cups. Alternatively, in some instances it can also refer to how we ourselves are showing up in a given situation.
The King of Cups represents a man who is a wise and caring leader. He is a person who cares deeply about those around him. A patient and attentive listener, he seeks to understand the perspectives of other people.
He remains patient even under stress, and is tolerant of diverse points of view and ways of being in the world.
Our King is deeply engaged with the world around him. While a practical and responsible problem-solver, he brings a deeply empathetic and emotionally intelligent way of responding to all of his concerns.
This card represents a man who can be trusted to act with a higher degree of integrity and care in all he does. His calm and peaceful demeanor inspires others to seek this King’s guidance and advice, while his diplomatic and often gentle nature is effective in helping him gain loyal adherents and allies.
The King of Cups is someone who achieves his aims through the use of his powerfully calm and composed attitude towards the problems he must confront in the world.
