The Lovers
Major arcana, number 6
Upright
Connection and choice — pick what you actually value, not what looks right to others.
Reversed
A relationship out of balance, or a decision deferred in the hope it decides itself.
| Arcana | Major |
|---|---|
| Number | 6 |
How to read this
- The 22 major arcana speak of the large movements; the 56 minor arcana speak of the specific events inside them. Noticing which one you drew tells you the scale.
- A minor card is read by combining suit and number: the suit says which area of life, the number says which stage within it.
- Reversed is less an opposite than the same force blocked or overdone. Before flipping the meaning, look at where that force is actually going.
- A card is a picture of the present situation, not a fixed future. The same card reads differently depending on what you asked.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What does the tarot card The Lovers mean?
Upright: Connection and choice — pick what you actually value, not what looks right to others.
Q. What does The Lovers mean reversed?
A relationship out of balance, or a decision deferred in the hope it decides itself.
Q. Where does The Lovers sit in the deck?
Major arcana, number 6