Welcome to Tarot Tuesday!
Each Tuesday I will be pulling a card from my grandmother’s tarot deck and writing about what the card could mean for the signs, broken up by element. The elements of the zodiac are Fire (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius), Earth (Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn), Air (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius), and Water (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces). I may pull cards that I have pulled before, but that doesn’t mean that the individual sign readings will be the same as before. The readings will also correlate with which sign the moon is in currently and which houses the signs and presently reside in. This week the moon is in Libra.
I may pull a card from the major arcana, representing our inner wisdom. Or I may pull a suit card, representing outside influences. I may even pull a court card signifying a specific person in your life. This card can help you set your intention for the rest of the week or it can provide a visualization of your current situation. Don’t forget to check your moon and rising sign as well as your sun sign.
You can check your birth chart placements here.
The Ace of Cups
This week I pulled the Ace of Cups card. This is the card of growth and love. In tarot, an Ace, or the number one, represents innovation and opportunity. When an Ace card is pulled, it usually means the arrival of a positive change. An Ace card also denotes good fortune or renewal of energy.
Cups are the suit of romance and emotion. This suit can represent all stages of love, whether it be new, unrequited, or long-standing. When a cup card comes up in a reading it can mean that we must make a decision based on emotion rather than logic. This suit reminds us that it is okay to listen to our hearts rather than our heads sometimes.
In my grandmother’s deck, the card is depicted as a giant hand extending from a heavenly cloud. The hand holds a golden chalice that has a black “W” engraved upon it. Five streams of water flow out of the chalice and into a pond full of lily pads. Twenty-five water droplets splash out from the chalice. A white dove holds a circular Eucharistic host above the cup.
Though the card’s image may vary from deck to deck, the meaning is often the same. The Ace of Cups represents love, marriage, family, and fertility. When this card pops up in a reading it can mean you are going to find new love or you and your current love are going to take the next step in your relationship. This card can also symbolize growth as a person. It can mean that you should trust your gut feelings and value yourself.
The Ace of Cups can also represent secret or unrequited love.
What This Card Means For Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)
Fire signs are ruled by their passion and drive. The Ace of Cups wants you to communicate with those who mean the most to you. Aries, this card wants you to find a romantic partner that can help bring an emotional balance to your life. You may have already found one.
Leo, if you are in a relationship then this card wants you to discuss commitment with your loved one. If you are casually dating someone, it’s time to talk about taking the relationship to the next level.
Sagittarius, if you are in a relationship, this card wants you and your partner to check in with each other and see if you both need some extra emotional support.
What This Card Means For Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)
Earth signs are ruled by their dedication and desire. The Ace of Cups speaks to your need for financial and personal growth. Taurus, you take care of your loved ones and your work colleagues. This card wants you to start taking care of yourself and valuing yourself.
Virgo, you may need to have an important financial discussion with your significant other. If you are single, this card wants you to ask yourself what exactly it is that you value in a romantic partner.
Capricorn, when considering a new job offer, this card wants you to go with your gut. If you feel undervalued at your job, this card wants you to demand respect.
What This Card Means For Air Signs (Aquarius, Gemini, Libra)
Air signs are ruled by their compassion and independence. The Ace of Cups speaks to your desire to express yourself openly with those around you. Aquarius, this card encourages you to have deep, meaningful discussions with the one you love. The love of your life will want to talk about everything and anything with you.
Gemini, this card wants you to make your intimate desires known to your romantic partner. It’s time to unleash the passion.
Libra, this card wants you to show your crush and t significant other the real you. If you have to change yourself to make them like you, then they are not right for you.
What This Card Means For Water Signs (Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio)
Water signs are ruled by their empathy and imagination. This card may hold more significance for you because the Cups are the suit of water. The Ace of Cups speaks to your need for love, security, and healing. Pisces, this card wants you to let go of past negative relationships. Letting go will allow you to move on to healthier relationships.
Cancer, if you are in a relationship, this card wants you to consider starting a family with them. If you are single, this card wants you to find someone who feels like home.
Scorpio, this card wants you to focus on your inner healing before jumping back into the dating pool.
Tune in next week for another Tuesday Tarot Pull! In honor of the Ace of Cups, let’s listen to this 80’s classic, Ace of Hearts by Chris Rea!
