WISH FULFILLMENT SATISFACTION SENSUAL PLEASURE
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HAVING YOUR WISH FULFILLED achieving what you desire obtaining your goal getting what you think you want having your dream come true Reversed Early Phase: You may realize your heart's desire. A goal could get closer. Someone's wish may be granted in the future. A prayer may be answered. Late Phase: The time for getting your wish is past. You're no longer focused on a dream. Achieving your goal is less important now. Your desire is fading. |
FEELING SATISFIED indulging in a little smugness enjoying the situation just as it is feeling pleased as punch getting the results you hoped for feeling all's well with the world being contented Reversed Early Phase: You could become satisfied. The situation may get better. There's a potential for contentment. You may be pleased with your results in the future. Late Phase: You're less satisfied now. The situation is no longer gratifying. Contentment is on the decline. Someone has upset the apple cart. People are not as smug as they were. |
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savoring a delicious meal appreciating the arts making love relaxing experiencing beauty and luxuries enjoying physical exertion |
Reversed Early Phase: You could begin seeking pleasure. A chance to enjoy your senses may come up. A sexual encounter may occur. You may have more luxury in the future. Late Phase: Your focus on pleasure is decreasing. Sensual experiences are less common. Sex is no longer as central. Surroundings are not as delightful. You can't afford to indulge at the same level. |
Description
The man on the Nine of Cups reminds me of the cat who ate the canary. Any cat who manages to catch one is going to feel pretty smug about it. This is the feeling tone of the Nine of Cups—pure indulgence and self-satisfaction.
At the physical level, the Nine of Cups is a sign of delight in all the senses. This card encourages you to seek pleasure and enjoy your body in every way. You can commune with the natural world as well—the body of Mother Earth. She, too, delights in sharing her abundance.
At the personal level, the Nine of Cups indicates contentment with the way things are. Notice how the man is seated confidently with arms folded and a smile on his face. He has everything he wants. “See all my cups!” he seems to say. “Aren't they great?”
Sometimes it's wonderful to sit back and revel in the knowledge that all's right with the world. But a word of caution: you may be tempted to indulge yourself at the cost of someone else (like our mischievous cat!). This may feel great at the time, but sooner or later the feathers around your mouth will be discovered, and regret will set in.
In many tarot traditions, the Nine of Cups is known as the Wish Card. It shows your wish will come true. A wonderful prospect, but you must be sure you know what you really want and accept the responsibilities that go with your wish.
Some Possible Opposing Cards
Hermit—focusing less on the senses
Five of Cups—regret
Some Possible Reinforcing Cards
Empress—enjoying the senses
Lovers—sexual pleasure
World—achieving your heart's desire
Six of Wands—pride in self, achieving what you want
Seven of Cups—sensual excess
