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Nine of Cups

Minor Arcana · Cups

Nine of Cups

  • wish fulfilled
  • contentment
  • satisfaction
  • gratitude
  • pleasure
Element
Water
Astrology
Jupiter in Pisces
Yes or no
Yes

Imagery and symbolism

A contented, well-fed man sits with crossed arms before a curved table of nine cups covered with a blue cloth.

  • nine cups on display
  • crossed arms
  • satisfied smile
  • blue cloth

Upright meaning

Upright
  • wish fulfilled
  • contentment
  • satisfaction
  • gratitude
  • pleasure

Known as the 'wish card' — what you desire is within reach. Enjoy satisfaction, comfort and gratitude.

Reversed meaning

  • dissatisfaction
  • greed
  • materialism
  • unmet wishes
  • smugness

Satisfaction is elusive or wishes turn out hollow. Look for inner contentment rather than more external pleasures.

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