What does the The Lovers tarot card mean?

This is one of the most complex cards of the Tarot, despite its outward simplicity. The card combines two storylines. In the classical sense, it promises profound romantic experiences, but indicates that such a step implies a choice: abandoning the previous way of life (parental home, casual affairs, etc.) and moving to a new level - the level of consciousness and the creation of Love. Only this step opens the powerful informational field contained within The Lovers card. That is why its second name is "Choice". It can also mean some other situation of choice, not necessarily related to love. In that case, it means that one way or another we will have to make a choice, decisively and irrevocably, leaving no loopholes for ourselves and taking on certain obligations in addition. The Lovers is a bold decision made by the heart. Which of the two storylines appears before us in a given case depends on the meaning of the question asked.

What does the The Lovers reversed mean?

The meaning of the reversed Lovers is manifold. It can be unhappy, unrequited, unreciprocated love. Sometimes - sexual incompatibility. It can also be a purely spiritual, platonic union, a symbolic marriage between soulmates, which may well be hindered by material circumstances. In exceptionally rare cases, this can be an indication of the existence of an astral connection with a kind of daimon, anima, animus (moreover, such an invisible "astral half" can invisibly protect, help maintain health, fulfill creative functions; in exceptional cases, such a role can be played by a partner who has already departed this world, with whom the widower/widow nevertheless retained a connection). Surrounded by negative cards - problematic, immature, unhealthy relationships.

What does the The Lovers mean in love?

A card of deep feelings, responsible choices, when the voice of the heart prompts the right path. Complete sincerity, following the call of the heart, the power of true love.

What does the The Lovers mean for career?

The necessity to choose between two paths in life, two professions, two fields of activity. Often the card falls out when a person feels tempted to turn a hobby into a job or receives some other enticing offer. Wise decisions, right choice.

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The Lovers

Major Arcana

Lovers, The Lover, Love, Eros

Two Paths, Crossroads, Choice, Freedom, Freedom of Choice.

Number 6.

path 17

Zain (from Tiphareth to Binah, from Beauty to Reason)

Astrologically: Oppositions, Gemini, Libra

Venus/Jupiter as an expression of great love.

Aspect of Venus and Mars.

Sagittarius.

The occult meaning of the card - TRIAL

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