Tarot Cards Meanings - The Suit of Cups - The Eight of Cups - meaning in detail
The Eight of Cups - tarot card meaning in detail
The Lord of Abandoned Success
Numerical Value: 8
Astrological Associations: Cancer, Capricorn, Pisces, Jupiter, Moon Neptune
Full Meaning
The Eight of Cups is symbolic of becoming somewhat bored with all that Is familiar to you. With this card in your spread you may feel that you have a dream that you really want to follow but this in turn could mean leaving behind old friendships, partners relationships etc. Any decision of this magnitude will need all of your strength and courage if this is what you feel is the right choice for you. This card suggests that you may have outgrown your current situation. The Eight of Cups may also indicate domestic changes and you may be feeling that now Is the time to move on in your life. If you are already in a relationship then it could mean you are searching of deeper commitment. However all in all when you are sure and only when you are sure, as a summing up, this cards implies that you may 'live the dream!'
Traditional Symbolism
A man of dejected aspect is deserting the cups of his felicity, enterprise, undertaking or previous concern.
The Eight of Cups Card illustration.