The Meaning of the Lovers Card in the Tarot

Meaning of the Tarot card "The Lovers"

The Lovers card in the Tarot symbolizes (you guessed it) love, as well as romance, connection, attraction and perfect harmony. The basic symbols of this card are an angel or Cupid, a man and a woman and two trees. In some decks, there is a man standing between two women and, in some decks, one tree is blossoming and the other has fruit. Waite's Tarite cards have Adam and Eve, a tree, a snake and apples.

The meaning of the card Lovers upright

When the Lovers card is up in the Tarot reading, it means love, harmony, trust, honor, the beginning of romance and optimism. It's a card of passion and passionate feeling, but it's not strictly about romantic relationships and strong interpersonal ties. One of the basic meanings of this card is that you may come across a divergence that you dare not miss, no matter how difficult, even if it goes against the path you have chosen. Look out for this opportunity and don't automatically take the easy way out. Think things through before making a decision. Maybe it's time to take a leap of faith.

The meaning of the card Lovers reversed

When the Lovers card is reversed in a Tarot reading, it symbolizes unreliability, separation, frustration in love and lack of trust. You may have made a decision, but now you're doubting it or not. Remember, you made the choice and it's time to take full responsibility for your actions.

The meaning of the card Lovers in love

The Lovers card in a Tarot love reading is seriously romantic. If you're single, hang in there because a red-hot romance is headed your way. If you're in a relationship, things are about to get heated between you and your partner. Maybe it's time to do away with the wine, chocolate and satin sheets?

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