The Lovers

The Lovers (VI) is the sixth trump or Major Arcana card in most traditional Tarot decks. It is used in game playing as well as in divination.

Lovers
drawing by Robert M. Place

Interpretation

In some traditions, the Lovers represent relationships and choices. Its appearance in a spread indicates some decision about an existing relationship, a temptation of the heart, or a choice of potential partners. Often an aspect of the Querent's life will have to be sacrificed; a bachelor(ette)'s lifestyle may be sacrificed and a relationship gained (or vice versa), or one potential partner may be chosen while another is turned down. Whatever the choice, it should not be made lightly, as the ramifications will be lasting.

The Lovers is associated with the star sign Gemini, and indeed is also known as The Twins in some decks. Other associations are with Air, Mercury, and the Hebrew letter ז (Zayin).

The nudity of the figures show they have nothing to hide from each other.[1] Also, the tree of life is behind the woman, whereas the tree of knowledge is behind the man. This is to show how harmony must be attained between the inner and outer aspects of one's life.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Gray, Eden. "Complete Guide to the Tarot." 1970. Crown Publishers, New York, NY.
  2. ↑ Gray, Eden. "Complete Guide to the Tarot." 1970. Crown Publishers, New York, NY.
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