Tarot has been a part of Barbara Moore's personal and professional lives for nearly twenty years. Right from the start, tarot intrigued her with its marvelous blending of mythology, psychology, art, history, mystery, and magic. She has studied under...
Like all of the aces, the Ace of Cups is a gift or unexpected opportunity. The aces indicate a moment in time filled with fortuitous possibility. The power of the aces shows up in our lives when circumstances are just right for action. Acting quickly is the best way to take advantage of the aces, as these moments do not last long. If we don't take advantage of the opportunity, it passes us by. Aces are also seeds of great promise. Whatever is planted or initiated at this time has the potential for success.
Because this is a cups card, it contains the watery energy of all the cups. This energy is manifested in several ways: love, affection, healing, intuition, and creativity. It is particularly suited for relationships, artistic endeavors, and spiritual journeys. The Ace of Cups invites us to drink deeply and be fulfilled—or, better yet, just jump right in.
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In the Universal Waite card, the proffered chalice has a distinctively Catholic look to it. This is not surprising, as Waite came from a Christian background. Rather than focus on the engulfing and sometimes overwhelming experience of human emotions, this card presents divine love, healing, and grace
Core meaning: An opportunity for an emotional experience or growth.
The Legacy card shows a fully submerged cup. It appears to be an organic part of this dark and mysterious world but clearly retains its individuality. This suggests diving into the ocean but not losing yourself completely. The illumination comes through the water itself, another reminder that emotions become filters and affect the way we see things—not that an emotional view is bad or wrong; just be aware that it may be different.
The chalice in the Shadowscapes card floats on top of the water. It is our connection to the vast world of emotions and the collective unconscious. It invites us to partake but reminds us that every movement in the world—every drop, no matter how small—causes ripples.
