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Nine of Cups Card Meaning

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Understanding the Nine of Cups More Deeply

Nine of cups upright card Meaning

One of the prominent and powerful signs of simple accomplishment of set objectives and personal prosperity and growth has the Nine of Cups Tarot card. A feeling of anxiety and tension that bothers you now will be replaced with a happy scenario, as you will find a workable solution to the problem. You will leave behind and overcome all the difficulties and a new stage full of joy will come. The Nine of Cups is about the protection from challenges and complexities down the road.  A series of pleasant events will give you motivation and inspire you to attain goals, despite circumstances. 

Nine of cups reversed card Meaning

You must take seriously a warning about the danger of the excess of pleasures and emotions of excitement. It can bring an array of different troubles that you must confront to regain balance. Success and good luck are only an illusion — it is another caution of Nine of Cups that may impede your development. In fact, there are many pitfalls on your way which will be revealed soon. 


Nine of cups love Reading

Upright: there is no more pleasant experience than spending time with your partner, so strive to devote every minute to him or her. You like making plans for the future together. This is a pleasant and carefree period.

Nine of cups reversed love: from first sight, everything is going well and you are flourishing together. However, the Nine of Cups Tarot card can be a signal of potential breaking up if comes up inverted. If you do not have a partner, then the inverted card means that you are unrealistic and your demands are too high. Most likely, a person seeks to find a partner without weaknesses and negative traits. Excessive demands on partners will only lead to disappointments and losses.

When asking about Nine of cups career

Upright: the pleasure derived from work is the foremost Nine of Cups meaning. You are totally pleased with the workplace, colleagues, and even the complexity of tasks. The results you gain are fantastic and your salary is appropriate. But there is no time for relaxing, so get rid of laziness, and keep moving forward towards your dreams.

Nine of cups reversed career: the business is not stable and unprofitable, the job and duties you must perform are not interesting and boring. The workload in a new position feels overwhelming and makes you unhappy. 

When asking about Nine of cups finances

Upright: if you are impinged by difficulties with cash, the Nine of Cups is about a potential relief and a more hassle-free situation. The card brings an opportunity for well-being and wealth, your future is secured and shielded from money issues.

Reversed: more likely you are encumbered with unexpected expenses, a lack of cash, and poor income. Disappointment and great unforeseen bills can hit you surprisingly. Expenses will exceed income, investments will not bring the expected profit. Don't go into debt, avoid loans, and try to keep afloat by using your own savings.

When asking about Nine of cups as feelings

Upright: stability, total harmony, warmth and comfort, the peaceful ambiance at home are experiences that await you, so no worries if you are frustrated right now, you will reach a balance.

Reversed: an inverted card speaks of annoyance because of the partner, that a person does not receive any pleasure and is waiting for change.

Nine of Cups yes/no

Your dreams have become reality! However, you should always remember about responsibility for the consequences of your wants and be aware of what you really strive to attain. Too often we want one thing but when we get it, it turns out that we wanted something completely different.

But in general, this is a good omen, it will give you the opportunity to be proud of your progress and enjoy your work, and this is why the answer you are looking for is yes. But watch out. If you will share your success and accomplishment with others, you can estrange others or cause intense envy. Remember that envy breeds resentment, can destroy love, and causes envious people to resort to manipulation.


FAQ Nine of cups tarot card meaning

  • What does Nine of cups mean in reading Rider-Waite?

    In most cases, the Nine of Cups carries a favorable message and brings luck. It promises that despite all your worries and fears, there is always hope. It symbolizes a new stage in life. It is the right time for rest and relaxation.

  • What is shown on this card?

    A man who sits putting one arm over the other is depicted on a beautifully illustrated card. Behind him, there is a wall with 9 cups made of gold. They are set in a structured, well-crafted arch.

  • What is this card by number?

    The card takes the 9th position in the Minor Arcana sequence.

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