Welcome to another Tarot Tuesday!
If you are just joining me, let me explain the inspiration to begin these posts. In Texas, and all across the country, Taco Tuesday is a popular day when Tacos are usually 99 cents. So, I had the inspiration, or Angel nudge as I like to think of it, to create a Tarot Tuesday. Each Tuesday I will post a different Tarot card and give its meaning. I pray and ask for the right card that will bring a universal message.
I created a short video to demonstrate how I pull the card for the posts. If you’re interested, here’s a LINK.
Following the Four of Swords, today I drew the Four of Cups. Hmmmmm. There just might be something in those fours!
The keywords for this card are: Meditation, contemplation, apathy and, reevaluation.
The number 4 is a number of “being”, it is the number that connects mind-body-spirit with the physical world of structure and organization. It is also known as the Angel Number and indicates the Angels are around you waiting for you to call on them for help.
The Four of Cups shows a young man sitting under a tree with his arms crossed, deep in contemplation and meditation. He is so engrossed in his thoughts that he does not seem to notice the outstretched arm offering him a cup. A further three cups stand at his feet, but again, he doesn’t seem to notice or care about these new opportunities either.
When the Four of Cups turns up in a Tarot reading, new invitations and opportunities are flowing to you, but for now, you’re saying “no” and turning them away. Perhaps the prospects do not interest you, or your cup is full, or you already have too much on your plate. Use your discernment to decide on what is truly important to you, and don’t be afraid to decline new projects that don’t align with your future path.
The Four of Cups can also indicate a time when you are turning your attention and your energy internally, to realign to this new phase of your life. You know that you need to be standing on terra firma before you can decide your next steps. While you may need to decline some very alluring opportunities, you do so knowing you will be in a better position to say ‘yes’ to the opportunities that are a better fit for you. You are creating the space within yourself so that you are ready to accept new opportunities later and give them the best possibility of success. Use this time for inward reflection, grounding, and contemplation before accepting the next ‘big thing’.
Sometimes this card brings the message, ‘Not now, but maybe later.’ While the man in the Four of Cups doesn’t accept the cups offered to him, he doesn’t wholly reject them either. You may be waiting for a sign or further information before taking an invitation or new project. Check in emotionally and spiritually before you say ‘yes’, to make sure the opportunity is a good fit and that you can commit to it in the long-term.
I can’t think of a better card to get us headed toward a new year. I always think of the new year as a clean slate… A place to start over, in a philosophical sort of way.
There will only be one more Tarot Tuesday post before 2020. And, other than these posts, I will not be blogging again until after the first of the new year.
Thank you for joining me! See you next Tuesday for another inspiring message from the Universe via the Tarot Cards!
As always, I use the Rider-Waite Radiance deck and BiddyTarot.com for interpretations.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Enough is enough… yes, I could see this in that card too. But I also see the other side. Perhaps this is only my interpretation of the card but the four of cups also represent to me the ultimate contentment. I am happy and content, I could not wish for more. And that would fit Christmas Eve very well. What do you think?
Yes, I totally agree, Erika! It fits very well. Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your comment!
Always a pleasure, Jan 😊
Wow, I know nothing about Tarot cards but this is pretty cool. I like the Four of Cups guy. He doesn’t seem to be bothered by anything. I always try to be that way. Relax, no matter what. Life is too serious. Why take it seriously? Thanks so much for sharing!
Hi, Parker! Thanks for following my blog and for leaving a comment here. You are SO right. We tend to take life too seriously. As Hank Williams said, “we’ll never get out of here alive,” so why not enjoy it. I will look forward to you future comments!
This is a fascinating reading, Jan. I hope your Christmas was lovely and full of joy.
Thank you, Robbie. Yes, our Christmas was full of chaos and children’s laughter, exactly as it is meant to be! Thanks for stopping by!
Merry Christmas Jan..hugs ♥
Thank you, Sally! Merry Christmas!
Thanks for the reading, Jan. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Hugs!
Thanks for stopping by, Teagan! Merry Christmas to you too, my friend!
2019 has been a year of recovery for me. Nothing new or exciting happened for me this year, I didn’t achieve anything spectacular, but that’s okay. I needed this year to prepare for all the amazing things 2020 will bring. Great reading and perfect card to usher us into the new year. Thank you, Jan❣️🎄Merry Christmas!🎄
How wonderful, Vashti! That is such a positive and uplifting attitude! Onward to 2020 and all it will hold! Merry Christmas!
Well, I for one have a plate that is spilling over the sides. I cannot handle another thing right now. So for me the answer is no, thank you. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, sister!
Good answer, sister! Merry Christmas. I love you!
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Thank you for the reblog, Granny Moon!
Merry Christmas, Jan.
Merry Christmas, John! Thanks for stopping by!
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Very cool message. Many opportunities, but think before you act.
There have been many times in my life that this advice would have come in handy. 🙂 Merry Christmas, Craig, and thanks for stopping by!
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An interesting reading this week.
Thank you, Patty! And thank you for the reblog! Merry Christmas!
Great reading, Jan. Your thoroughness is always clarifying and uplifting. Thank you very much, and Merry Christmas!
Thank you, Gwen. I’m happy you stopped by! I wish you and your beautiful family a very Merry Christmas!