The essential meanings of this Minor Arcana card from the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.

Upright: The Two of Cups upright is the card of partnership, mutual attraction, and harmony. It often indicates a budding romance, a deep friendship, or a strong creative/business partnership where both parties see eye to eye. There's a sense of balance and mutual respect – each person offers their cup freely. Upright, this card is a wonderful omen for connection, suggesting that a relationship in your life is based on genuine affinity and shared feelings. It's about coming together in a way that is supportive, loving, and balanced.

Reversed: The Two of Cups reversed points to imbalance or tension in a relationship. What was once harmonious may feel one-sided or disrupted by misunderstandings. It could signify a breakup, an argument, or a growing apart. Sometimes it appears when communication has broken down or when self-love is needed before you can have a healthy partnership. The reversed card advises identifying where the disconnect lies – are both people communicating and respecting each other’s needs? It’s a call to address issues openly or, in some cases, to acknowledge when a partnership is no longer mutually fulfilling.

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The secrets of this card for heart, mind and soul.

Love: Two hearts, two hands, and two souls entwined—this is the blessing of a sacred union. It speaks of mutual love, balanced giving and receiving, and the deep bond between lovers, friends, or kindred spirits. The love here is equal, harmonious, and divinely guided.

Career: In your career, the Two of Cups represents partnership and collaboration. A business alliance or creative endeavor is strengthened by mutual trust and shared vision. This card heralds working with someone who understands your essence and brings balance to your efforts.

Spirituality: The merging of energies, the dance of duality—the Two of Cups invites you to connect with the divine through relationships. The lessons you learn through love and harmony mirror the great spiritual truth: that we are all reflections of one another.