In cartomancy with playing cards, the Two of Hearts (2♥), as it was taught to me, has the meaning of “near the home”. In fact, the traditional name for the card is the Door Knockers. The meanings that may be derived from this concept are varied.

Door knockers are used by guests to announce themselves to the family they are visiting. Furthermore, the twos in cartomancy all connect with the notion of movement, and Hearts, because they are a positive suit, and the suit of warmth, prefer when movement brings things together rather than apart. Therefore, the first, broad meaning of the Two of Hearts is that of visit, the arrival of something or someone. Usually, the thing or person that arrives is positive and is probably awaited, but all this is subject to change if the cards say otherwise. In itself, the Two of Hearts is a positive card.

Because it speaks of things close to the home, figuratively, the Two of Hearts symbolizes the family, just like the Ace of Hearts. However, it also shows relatives and close friends in general, i.e., people who are close to the core of the family. This is especially true if the Face card falling next to it is a Heart.

In love readings, the Two of Hearts shows closeness and warmth, and it can also signal the arrival of someone (with negative cards, even of a third party). When two lovers have quarreled, the Two of Hearts can signal positive developments on the way, and a general tendency of the couple to be drawn back together. With negative cards, though, it can show endless waiting. Because of its connection with waiting, the card can signal a pregnancy (“we’re expecting”).

In material affairs, the card is not so important, and its meaning may be derived from the context. It can show family help, working with children or pregnant women, etc. Psychologically and spiritually, the card shows a positive attitude, unless attended by bad cards, in which case it shows anxiety and restlessness.

The Two of Hearts can act as a time card, signaling that the event is immiment, being about to knock at your door (traditionally, within two days or two weeks, but take this with a pinch of salt).

Some Combinations:

2♠ – 2♥ – 6♥ = a reconciliation
2♥ – J♣ – 8♥ = visit from friends
2♥ – 4♠ or 5♠ = waiting in vain
Any Q – 2♥ – J♥ = a pregnancy (if a Spade, she doesn’t want it)
2♥ – 3♥ – 4♦ = arrival of a gift