The two figures in the card, who appear completely naked, may cause a persons mind to spin with many questions. Why are these figures nude? What purpose does it serve? To be exposed is not only to be naked physically; it is to express fully the Divinity of you, metaphorically speaking. This card asks us to explore the many facets of ourselves. Who are we really? What do we stand for? Do we recognize our spiritual connectivities? Do we allow ourselves to be “free”, stripped down to the core? How do we feel about our sexual self? If a person really asked themselves these questions, they may find this card holds a vast array of knowledge, far more than to confirm the possibility of a relationship in a Tarot reading. If this card had a voice it may ask you, What do you love? Does music, art, or laughter bring you happiness? Does helping other people, uplifting their spirits, flow love forth to and from you? As we go about our day to day lives, The Lover’s card asks us to look deeper and reminds us to give and receive Love.
The Archangel Raphael hovers over the two figures, as if connecting them together. There is a correlation that can be seen between our spiritual selves and our human nature. Raphael is the archangel associated with healing and the color emerald green, which corresponds to the heart chakra. A chakra is the energetic “wheel” of the human body as seen from a metaphysical perspective; each has a various color, location and name. This particular archangel is associated with healing and rejuvenation. Therein is something very intrinsic to ponder; why is this Archangel such an integral part of this card? In my opinion, he is here to remind us of what healing is and what many of us seek as human beings. That is Love, acceptance and oneness with our true self. Many metaphysical books teach our true self is our Spirit, Higher self or Soul. All this may be quite true, yet could the true self also be termed “Love and Joy”? In a moment of Love or Joy does our heart not sing? Do we not feel “lighter” more attuned to a higher frequency or vibration? In those moments of happiness, are we are connected to the Divine self, basking in the totality of our “naked” selves.