Major Arcanum Judgement in Love
Judgement is a major arcanum and also card number 20 of the Tarot of Marseille. It can have several meanings depending on whether it is drawn upright (positive) or reversed (negative).
Tarot Ana goes further into the meaning of the love tarot cards by providing a detailed description of the card depending on whether you are single, in a relationship or in a love triangle.

You are Single: The Meaning of Judgement in Love
Single, you draw the Judgement card in Love upright (positive meaning)
Key facts of the upright Judgement draw in Love for Singles:
- Healing the wounds of the past
- Meeting a new person
- Knowing how to welcome love
Meaning of the upright Judgement draw in Love for Singles:
After a long period of reflection, you finally reach a new stage that invites you to understand your past problems. A revelation takes place deep within your being; you finally have the keys to move forward toward a new stage of your life.
All the pieces of the puzzle have come together and you are now able to leave the past behind you. The openness you show allows you to be more confident and more receptive to love. New possibilities open up to you.
What’s more, love at first sight is on the horizon, so get ready! Now that you are ready to receive love, the universe is bending over backwards to offer you the person of your dreams! The miracle is finally here!

As a single person, if you draw the Judgement card upright, it means you must make room for the new.
Single, you draw the Judgement card in Love reversed (negative meaning)
Key facts of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for Singles:
- Taking time for yourself
- Knowing how to welcome love
- Lack of self-confidence
Meaning of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for Singles:
You still struggle to draw a line under your past. The emotions you feel when thinking back on your former relationships still cause you sadness. Not at peace with what is happening to you, you find it hard to forgive and move on.
Time will do its work, but you must still be patient. At this stage of your life, it is important to acknowledge your own mistakes. Forgive yourself and forgive those who have hurt you.
With deep inner work, you will manage to envision the future differently. Even if you genuinely want to be in a relationship, you must work on yourself to learn to love yourself.
Only when you have enough confidence in yourself will you be able to accept another. For now, you are still judging the men who approach you and not opening your heart… Loosen up a little … Love will knock at your door when you are ready.

As a single person, if you draw the Judgement card reversed, it means that work on yourself must be done.
You are in a relationship: The Meaning of Judgement in Love
In a relationship, you draw the Judgement card in Love upright (positive meaning)
Key facts of the upright Judgement draw in Love for Couples:
- Marriage on the horizon
- Baby on the way
- Healing the wounds of the past
Meaning of the upright Judgement draw in Love for Couples:
The challenges you have endured are now behind you. You have found a person you can trust, who understands you and who knew how to listen to you when you needed it. Thanks to them, you face the future with serenity.
You have swept away the ghosts of the past with a wave of your hand. You no longer feel pained by the painful events of your life. Your relationship is solid, and you look toward the future together. Moreover, the wish to start your own family is very strong. New projects will soon come to life, such as a marriage or a baby.
You are about to enter a new, more conscious phase of your life. Work on yourself has been done and now allows you to reach the next level, to your greatest happiness.

In a relationship, if you draw the Judgement card upright, it means you have a happy outlook on the future.
In a relationship, you draw the Judgement card in Love reversed (negative meaning)
Key facts of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for Couples:
- Possibility of a breakup
- Situation at a standstill
- Lack of dialogue
Meaning of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for Couples:
Your relationship is on a roller coaster. You don’t know why, but something is wrong. Communication is absent and romantic outings are nonexistent. At this stage of the relationship, it is important to take stock with your partner to understand what is happening.
Some people need to be found. This situation causes you sadness and stress; it is time for you to talk about what is going well and especially about what is not. This open-hearted conversation will allow you to see your future more clearly.
Thus, by analyzing the situation carefully and having all the necessary information, you will be able to decide together whether it is better to part ways or not. A sincere discussion is advised before reaching conflict. You can also seek the help of a couples therapist if dialogue is completely broken.

In a relationship, if you draw the Judgement card reversed, it means you must have an open-hearted discussion.
You are in a love triangle: The Meaning of Judgement in Love
A love triangle means that there is another person who comes between you and the person you are seeing.
In a love triangle, you draw the Judgement card in Love upright (positive meaning)
Key facts of the upright Judgement draw in Love for a love triangle:
- Romantic date
- Plans for an official union
- A choice to make
Meaning of the upright Judgement draw in Love for a love triangle:
The relationship you are currently living is intense! What desire! The cravings for cuddles are strong, so strong that you love spending most of your time under the covers. This relationship makes you forget your daily worries.
You don’t need a doctor; your therapy to feel better is to spend your evenings with your lover. Even if the situation is complicated because there are always schedule changes due to the third person, you love spending most of your time with your sweetheart.
You are aware that things could be simpler, but you have taken stock of the situation and you know that you are exactly where you want to be.
Of course, you are aware that, soon, a decision will have to be made regarding your liaison. You have thought about the question enough; you are now ready to make this choice.

In a love triangle, if you draw the Judgement card upright, it means you must face your choices.
In a love triangle, you draw the Judgement card in Love reversed (negative meaning)
Key facts of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for a love triangle:
- Healing the wounds of the past
- A choice to make
- Period of indecision
Key facts of the reversed Judgement draw in Love for a love triangle:
You feel bad… Betraying your partner makes you feel sadness. Today, you can’t help telling yourself that what you did is wrong and that you have hurt a person you love.
Even if you enjoyed living carnal moments with a man other than your partner for some time, reality catches up with you. You are afraid of having to make important decisions that will hurt your official partner. You know that change is inevitable, but you can’t manage to break up.
Even if it no longer works with your partner, you still feel affection for him. The memories of the past are still close, and you don’t yet feel ready to give everything up.
Take the time to isolate yourself in order to ask yourself the right questions. You will find the answer more easily if you are the only one making the decisions.

In a love triangle, if you draw the Judgement card reversed, it means that betrayal hurts you.
Meaning of the 22 major arcana in Love
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