THE LOVERS
The Oracle of the Mighty One
Gemini
“Union”
DESCRIPTION AND SYMBOLISM
This card is often wrongly considered to be an image of Adam and Eve in the biblical Garden of Eden and a closer examination of its symbolism causes this superficial comparison to quickly evaporate though the image does contain certain elements of commonality with the description of the biblical myth. The two human figures in the image have been wrongly portrayed as representing Adam and Eve in the biblical narrative of the mythical Garden of Eden but these two figures actually represent the male and female aspects of our psyche. The man and woman are not being driven out of paradise but rather are being blessed by a Great Angel, the intermediary who unites Divine grace with human inspiration, and whose open arms welcome both to share the solar power of the radiant sun shining high in the sky to their rear. Behind the male figure stands a flowering tree representing “The Tree of Life” which, in the biblical myth, was said to reside in the mythical Garden of Eden but whose symbolism is not unique to the Bible and appears in various forms in many mythological motifs of diverse cultures that have existed throughout recorded history. The image of the woman stands with the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil behind her on which a serpent is entwined. The serpent appears to be communicating with the woman figure and in this image symbolizes her inner feminine wisdom. Against a blue sky, a tall mountain rises in the distance. The Lovers invokes an atmosphere of communication and relationship on all levels – the material, the psychological and the spiritual.
ASTROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
Gemini, the sign of The Twins, represents an expanding impulse and is the sign of mental development where the personality is destined to come to terms with its mental faculties and the need to develop and utilize them in a constructive and meaningful way It is also the focus of the powers of communication and this focus is central to the understanding of its relationship to “The Lovers” in the Tarot as the twins of Gemini express the marriage of the opposites in life that we discover both within ourselves, in the natural world and in our relationships. The energies released through the union of these masculine and feminine powers give us the adaptability and resourcefulness to survive as individuals and to love and honestly communicate within our relationships.
ORACLES
Appearing Upright in a Reading
An authentic attraction exists in your relationship. Take the time to understand and trust your inner feelings. Strive to find the right balance between the spiritual and material aspects of love as this is the foundation of a successful and committed relationship. You are probably making the right choice.
Appearing Reversed in a Reading
Conflict, disruptions and quarrels are fracturing your relationship. The possibility of infidelity may exist. Outside forces may be causing unnecessary conflicts in your life. You may be experiencing frustration and doubt or could be the victim of deception. You need to regain your emotional stability and look at your situation with a clear mind as you are probably making the wrong choice.
THE TREE OF LIFE
“The Path of the Disposing Intelligence”
To separate and then recombine the elements of life is the power of the Disposing Intelligence. When we come to the clear understanding of the masculine and feminine aspects of our nature we are then able to combine them in an inner union that leads to the balance of spiritual and material forces that is the foundation of wisdom. Upon this foundation we can then erect a creative and meaningful life.