Love, Partnerships, Commitment, Romance, Unity, Balance, Unions
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
Lovers
Number 6, The Lovers
The Lovers card is represented by two Pixies mirroring one another. They're reaching for each other, about to engage in a kiss. They represent harmony and balance. One Pixie has a ribbon around them that symbolizes flow. The other Pixie is entangled in snakes, which symbolize temptation and/or passion.
This card's main message is one of love and harmony in a relationship. They trust each other and the unity they have gives them strength. Their bond is strong and they each empower and encourage the other to be the best version of themselves.
The Lovers also represent choice. This card can sometimes suggest a decision needing to be made about an existing relationship, a temptation of the heart, or a choice on a potential love interest. Whatever it is, this choice should not be made lightly, as the consequences are ever lasting.
Reverse:
Upright:
Broken relationship, Infidelity, Separation, Disharmony, Conflict, Bad choices
Card in Reverse:
The Lovers in reverse can tell us that you may currently be experiencing a number of conflicts right now, be they inside you or outside. The discord you are feeling could be putting pressure on your current relationships. Are you punishing yourself for anything? Take some time for yourself to reflect and think on what it is you feel you need to sort out and/or let go of. Also look inside yourself and ask what your personal values are, and are the choices you're making aligning with your beliefs?
This card can also represent a break in communication. The unity you once had with your partner could be disrupted, creating an imbalance. What do you feel could improve?
Upright:
Love
Balance, Love, Supportive relationship
Reverse:
Detached partner, Too many choices, Imbalance
Career
Upright:
Good business partnership, Harmony at work
Reverse:
Disharmony, Conflicts between colleagues
Upright: The Lovers are definitely a welcomed card to receive in a reading. This card tells us that something is working as it should. There is harmony and balance in your relationship(s). This card also represents choices, meaning perhaps there is a decision you've been waiting to make, but you know the true answer deep down. Take this card as a sign to move forward with your choice.
The Lovers card also symbolizes commitment. Perhaps your relationship is ready to move to the next level, whatever that looks like for you!
Reversed: You may currently be feeling some distance from your partner. Something that once worked is no longer working. If you can pin point what may be causing this strain, there is a good chance that it will bring you and your partner closer.
The Lovers card in reverse in love can also suggest fear of commitment. Perhaps right now you have one too many choices when it comes to romance. Or maybe the one you're romancing is having trouble with the idea of settling down.
Whether it be on your end or on theirs, take some time to figure out what it is you want from a relationship.
Upright: Love doesn't always have to be romantic or sexual, sometimes this harmony can present itself in the form of a business partner. It's a beautiful thing when two (or more) people can come together to create something amazing. Perhaps you've found that, or are going to find that soon.
This card can also suggest that you may need to make some important decisions in regards to your future. You may need to make some tough choices in order to move forward. What decision will best help you get to where you want to be?
Reversed: You may be experiencing some conflict with your colleagues at work. You may need to have a difficult discussion with them and try to come to a mutual agreement. Something that was once working is not working anymore.