Seven of Cups Tarot Card Meaning

An aura of mystery is linked with the seven of cups when it appears in a tarot spread.

Although this isn't a "mystical" card in itself, it is linked with dreams and dreamers and those who have visions.

Symbolism in the Seven of Cups

Seven is a number of harmony. It is a holy number, often signifying meditation and reflection. And the Seven of Cups especially points to a time when a person is able to spend more time in their imagination and day-dreams.

There is much illusion associated with this card. This can makes for complications, especially in matters where the querent may be seeking advice. Perhaps they should look upon this, as a card of intuition.

Allow it to tell them that if they are currently seeking the answers to certain questions, bring their instincts into play. Let this card put ideas into their mind according to the problem they want resolved.

For the air of mystery it relates to could extend to them: the person for whom the card is intended. And they can be sure that some unusual choice will have to be made with very special care, whatever the question or circumstance.

Predictions in the Seven of Cups

The Seven of Cups suggests that they person for who it has appeared is full of dreams and imaginations of what the future might hold in store. And there's nothing wrong with building castles in the air? As long as they come back down to earth again and remain practical.

It could be that they have a few choices to make and these have something to do with romance. Some roads ahead will lead to dead-ends, even if they seem safe alternatives at the moment. So they should give the matter lots of thought before they make the final decision.

Advice in the Seven of Cups

No matter what, they should stay practical and be assertive. The querent may be presented with a challenge and there are choices to be made. But they'll have to approach these in a practical, no-nonsense way. They should be ready to face whatever the world throws at them. This is their chance to show others what they're really made of.

Seven of Cups Reversed

Seven is a number that represents reverie. This is likely to signify an increase in their creative ability but they could also be dreaming dreams that can't ever be. There must be a happy medium. By all means enjoy their daydreams but at the same time, keep their feet firmly fixed on the ground.

They might feel as if nothing is certain and there's definitely some confusion but this card also advises them not to make any instant or rash decisions. It is best to wait and see what happens rather than do anything hasty too soon.