Indian palmistry
by J. B. Mrs Dale & J. B. Dale
- First published:
- 19th century
- Language: English
"Indian Palmistry" by Mrs. J. B. Dale is a detailed exploration of the art of cheiromancy, written in the late 19th century. This book serves as a how-to guide on the practice of palm reading, providing interpretations of various lines, mounts, and markings found on the hand. It intertwines historical references and anecdotal insights, illustrating the cultural significance of palmistry within both Eastern and Western contexts. The book delves into the specific details of palmistry, systematically outlining the meanings of various lines on the palm, such as the Line of Life, Line of Fortune, and various mounts associated with planets. Each element is accompanied by interpretations that relate to aspects of one’s character, health, fortune, and future events. Additionally, Dale shares insights on how to analyze different hand shapes, finger types, and markings, emphasizing the belief that these features reveal insights into a person's life path and personality traits. The work aims to provide not only instructional content but also a deeper appreciation of the ancient practices associated with palmistry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Edition | Date | Publisher | Language | ISBN | Access | Links |
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Open Library record | 1895 | Theosophical Pub. Society | English | — | Public | |
Project Gutenberg electronic edition Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition. | 2016-07-08 | Project Gutenberg | English | — | Public domain (USA) |
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