Four of Cups

Four of Cups from the Rider–Waite tarot deck

The Four of Cups is a Minor Arcana tarot card. Tarot cards are used throughout much of Europe to play tarot card games . ^[1] In English-speaking countries, where the games are largely unknown, tarot cards came to be utilized primarily for divinatory purposes. ^{[1] [2]}

Symbolism

In Tarot reading, the Four of Cups tends to represent an apathy, disinterest, or contemplation that is misaligned. In the image, the character is sitting in consideration over the cups before them, but is oblivious to the cup being offered. It shows a lack of appreciation for gifts and opportunities. Dismissiveness, complacency, and a lack of growth are being warned against. ^[3]

References

1. Dummett, Michael (1980). The Game of Tarot. Gerald Duckworth and Company Ltd. ISBN   0-7156-1014-7.
2. Huson, Paul (2004). Mystical Origins of the Tarot: From Ancient Roots to Modern Usage. Vermont: Destiny Books. ISBN   0-89281-190-0.
3. Bunning (1998).

Works cited

• Bunning, Joan (1998). Learning the Tarot: A Tarot Book for Beginners. York Beach, Maine: Red Wheel/Weiser. ISBN   1-57863-048-7.