The Lovers: Tarot Card Meaning

Meaning of the The Lovers card upright

A man and a woman stand naked beneath an angel, a tree behind each of them. This is the card of a conscious choice made from the heart and in line with your values. It speaks of union, honesty and the fact that a real choice means taking responsibility for it.

The Lovers reversed

• imbalance
• a wrong choice
• clashing values

Reversed, the Lovers point to disharmony, a choice made under outside pressure or a conflict between what you want and what you value. A relationship may be out of balance, or you may be putting off a decision that is already overdue.

The Lovers in love and relationships

In love this is mutual attraction, a deep bond and a decision to be together. It often marks an important meeting or a moment of commitment. Reversed, there is doubt, a love triangle or a relationship that does not match your values.

The Lovers in work and finances

At work it speaks of a partnership, a choice between two offers or a team that shares your values. Choose what you can stand behind. Reversed, the choice is hard or a partner is unreliable.

Symbolism of the The Lovers card

The angel Raphael above them is the blessing of the air and of healing. The tree of knowledge with its serpent and the tree of flames recall choice and passion. The mountain behind is the high aim that a union can reach.

The Lovers in a yes or no reading

In yes or no spreads, The Lovers upright reads as “yes” and reversed as “yes”. The answer comes from the general meaning of the card (choice, union), so always take the wording of the question and the neighbouring cards into account. Try a yes or no reading.