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 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 signs as well as your sun sign. You can check your birth chart placements here.
Also, I want to mention that this week’s card was not the first card I pulled. I pulled the Queen of Wands first before pulling this week’s card. I already pulled this card before, but if you want to check out that card, you can do so 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 a 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.
My grandmother’s deck depicts the card 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 speaks to the excitement you feel when you meet someone new or set out on a new adventure.
Aries, this card wants you to express exactly how you feel to those around you. Don’t be afraid to open your heart to a new love or experience.
Leo, don’t hide your true feelings. Express your happiness and concern loudly for all to hear.
Sagittarius, this card wants you to open yourself to new experiences and new philosophies. Keep your heart and mind as open to all the possibilities available to you.
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 to take care of your loved ones and your ability to trust your own judgment.
Taurus, this card wants you to spend as much time with your chosen and/or biological family as possible. Your mom-friend nature is strong today.
Virgo, this may be a hard week for you. This card wants you to surround yourself with your loved ones to heal your inner self.
Capricorn, this card wants you to trust your judgment and have the courage to let go of the negative things or people in your life. This card also wants you to open yourself up to the idea of love.
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 need to trust your loved ones and allow yourself to be loved.
Aquarius, like Capricorn, this card wants you to open yourself to the idea of love. It may be time to discuss commitment with a casual partner.
Gemini, this card wants you to have a serious and intimate talk with your significant other. Avoid making jokes to mask your true feelings.
Libra, you have been taking care of everyone in your life. This card wants you to let others celebrate and take care of 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 to be loved and to have your inner, emotional self taken care of, not just your physical self.
Pisces, this card wants you to honor your feelings. Don’t be afraid to tell people exactly what you need for your emotional and mental well-being.
Cancer, this card wants you to take stock of the people who bring value to your life. Keep those people close to you.
Scorpio, this card wants you to pursue a career that will bring growth and happiness to your life.
Tune in next week for another Tuesday Tarot Pull! In honor of the Ace of Cups, let’s listen to this 80’s classic about the Ace of Hearts. Fun fact: the Ace of Hearts can double as the Ace of Cups if you are tarot reading using a deck of playing cards.
