Grand Etteilla 1857 · Tarot Card 48
Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing
Love describes a bond; Longing describes the felt distance from its object. Intensity proves neither reciprocity nor lasting viability.
What is shown on the card?
A flaming vessel is entwined by two snakes and flanked by two cups in a rocky landscape.
Printed meanings in the 1857 edition
Love
“Love” denotes affection, attachment or a devoted relationship. Its form and reciprocity must be established from context.
Longing
“Longing” denotes an intense desire for a person, place or condition that is presently absent or distant.
The printed pair and the book’s sentence-building method are historical evidence. Love, work and daily applications are explicitly marked TarotCards24 editorial commentary.
Commentary and difference from RWS
By rank and suit, card 48 corresponds structurally to the RWS Two of Cups. Its image, printed Etteilla keys and actual interpretation remain distinct.
By rank and suit, card 48 corresponds structurally to the RWS Two of Cups. Its image, printed Etteilla keys and actual interpretation remain distinct.
Alternative reading: Outside romantic questions, Love may represent devotion to an activity and Longing an ideal not yet attained.
Practical interpretation
Love: The card speaks directly of love or longing; what matters is whether closeness is mutual, real and handled responsibly.
Work: At work, it indicates devotion to a task or longing for a more fulfilling role.
As a person: It describes a loving person or someone who strongly yearns for closeness and connection.
If this is your card today: Translate a strong feeling into a respectful action that leaves the other person genuine freedom of choice.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing mean in the first position?
“Love” denotes affection, attachment or a devoted relationship. Its form and reciprocity must be established from context.
What does Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing mean in the second position?
“Longing” denotes an intense desire for a person, place or condition that is presently absent or distant.
What does Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing mean in love?
The card speaks directly of love or longing; what matters is whether closeness is mutual, real and handled responsibly.
What does Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing mean at work?
At work, it indicates devotion to a task or longing for a more fulfilling role.
What kind of person does Grand Etteilla Tarot Card 48 — Love / Longing describe?
It describes a loving person or someone who strongly yearns for closeness and connection.