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The Burnt Two of Cups
A think piece regarding the representation of love in tarot readings ❤
Whenever love is on the table in a reading, the card considered ideal to pull is The Lovers. It’s for good reason, I mean, the name itself denotes a literal match between the inquirer and the subject in question.
For those who may be unfamiliar with standard tarot decks, The Lovers signifies harmony and compatibility in romantic readings. It is often depicted with an angelic figure over a pairing, standing in front of a bountiful, lush scene.
Over time, I’ve personally began to see the Two of Cups suit (pictured below) as THE love card.
While The Lovers shows something cosmic and faithful, the Two of Cups is more about choice and reciprocation. Not simply about the decision to stay in a partnership, rather it is how you show up in a relationship.
To summarize, seeing this card represents a mutual effort — both parties are filling each other’s cups.
What Happened to the Card Above
In short, I was performing a spell and the candle got too cozy with the card.
Luckily, I was able to save it before it was burnt to smithereens.
