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One of the most common questions during a Tarot reading usually concerns matters of romance and partnerships. Naturally, people consult the Tarot for answers about love. One would expect that most people would want to know about their future love life: who and when that special someone would enter their life. However, many turn to the Tarot for guidance on a current relationship. Usually these are the relationships that have reached an impasse. In these cases, relationships have lost their sense of direction or purpose.
The Tarot has an exceptional ability to uncover the areas in a relationship that are struggling. More importantly, the Tarot can identify the key issues that are occurring within each couple. This often refers to each individual’s emotional development, expectations, and past experiences that are projected onto the relationship. One would hope that the Tarot would tell us exactly what we need to do to bring harmony back into a relationship. In truth, this is not always the case. Most of the time, the Tarot only opens the door to our own inner knowledge. Each individual has the answers he needs. The Tarot is a conduit, a divinatory tool that allows you to access your unconscious and higher self. In the end, you are always your best guide.
When using the Tarot to get answers about a relationship, it’s important to recognize that there are some important cards that often question your intentions and motivations. These cards often reflect important crossroads that require you to look within yourself to make important decisions. They encourage you to take a hard look at your relationship and ask yourself if this relationship is something that suits you. It is important to remember what the Tarot teaches us. They are there to guide us on our way. They are always a reflection of our level of personal growth and emotional development. In some cases, the Tarot is there to redirect us, to remind us that we have made the wrong decision or that we have become blind to our own truths.
Although the suit of cups often plays an important role in the Love Tarot, they are not the only cards that represent relationship problems. As I mentioned before, there are other significant cards that require you to ask yourself some important questions. Some of them are quite obvious like the Three of Swords, the Devil or the Lover. However, there are some that are not obvious. These are the Hermit, Death and Two of Swords cards.
The Hermit Tarot Card Meanings in a Love Tarot Reading
Traditionally, the Hermit is the seeker of truth and wisdom. He often represents the seeker’s journey into the unknown. The path of the Hermit is dark. The lantern that he carries is a symbol of the mirror of ourselves. This is the wisdom that is within all of us. It is the power to see ourselves as we really are.
Another common interpretation of the hermit is the wise old man or counselor. In this sense, he is the messenger of truth, revealing the importance of foresight and circumspection. Since the Hermit can be a bearer of light, he is there to share his knowledge and light the path of others. It guides the seeker towards self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
When the Hermit receives a love tarot reading, it usually represents the need to pause. This is a time for evaluation. In terms of a relationship that has come to a crossroads, the Hermit encourages you to go within and find your truth. The Hermit may indicate that his focus on his relationship will need to change. This is not the time to make your relationship a priority. You had better allow yourself the freedom to examine your conscience. Although there may be some loneliness, the ultimate goal would be a transformative experience. After a period of introspection, he may be willing to work things out with his partner. A new perspective and sense of purpose can add valuable insights for both you and your partner.
Death Tarot Card Meanings in a Love Tarot Reading
Death is not an end, but is part of a larger cycle. Although death is often associated with something that is destructive, it is really an opportunity for something much greater. Death plants the seeds for tomorrow’s growth. Death is an act of generosity as it cleanses and purges the remnants of our old lives.
Traditionally, Death is the card of transformation. It means the beginning of a profound change. In a Tarot reading, the Death card indicates that another cycle of life has ended and a new cycle has begun. It can refer to the completion of important stages or relationships in life. However, it often symbolizes metamorphosis. It is the rebirth of one’s psyche. Old beliefs and ideas are discarded for new ones. In essence, it is a metaphorical death, not a literal one. In a tarot reading, Death refers to a transformation that occurs deep within one.
A common association with the Death Tarot card is the dissipation of a romantic relationship. This is particularly true for relationships that have stalled. This is not always the case. Death is a wake up call. It reminds us to open our eyes and embrace the world around us. In this sense, it can refer to our own lack of perspective. The Death card encourages you to take a good look at your relationship. It is very likely that your old methods of communication have become obsolete. It is important to recognize the areas in which you feel stuck. The goal is to find a new perspective, a new way of seeing, that allows the relationship to meld into something new.
In some respects, the Death card signifies the need to let go. Relationships that resist change tend to get lost and lose momentum. It is at this point that a relationship must be willing to let go of their old identity to form a new one. Major change is inevitable. It’s time to broaden your perspectives and explore new areas and interests that bring you together on a whole new level.
Two of Swords Tarot Card Meanings in a Love Tarot Reading
The Two of Swords is often associated with denial. It often indicates a dead end or impasse. Its traditional imagery depicts a woman holding two swords blindfolded. In this context, the blindfold is self-imposed. She has clearly chosen to remain oblivious to the environment around her. The Two of Swords is also associated with indecision or the inability to make an important decision. It is clear that she is avoiding an important truth. She has created a false sense of reality and is choosing to live in a state of oblivion. This reality offers you a moment of peace. However, this does not deny the existence of the need to choose a new path. At some point, the weight of the swords will become too much to bear and she will be forced to face the reality of the situation.
In terms of relationships, the Two of Swords often reveals the barriers you have put up between yourself and your partner. This is the nature of the impasse. You have closed off emotionally or the relationship has become resistant to commitment. In this case, there are often issues of inner conflict or confusion about the relationship.
The issues your relationship is struggling with will not be found through outside influences. The Two of Swords urges you to once again go within. It’s time to face your inner conflicts. To overcome the current impasse, the balance must be restored. This is often accomplished by exploring past experiences that influence your current situation. The Two of Swords encourages you to be honest with yourself and with your partner. The ultimate goal is to communicate and tell your truth.