Palmreading

Palmistry (also: Chiromancy, Chirology)
Divination / Esotericism / Symbolism / Personality Reading

Definition:
Palmistry is a form of divination that involves interpreting the shape of the hand, the lines, mounts, and symbols on the palm to gain insights into a person’s character, life path, health, or future. It is both a mystical art and a tool for introspection with ancient roots.

Origins and History:

Originated in India, spread to China, Egypt, and Greece
Practiced in Europe since antiquity (e.g., Aristotle’s writings)
Associated in the Middle Ages with astrology, alchemy, and mysticism
Systematized in the 19th century by figures like Cheiro (William John Warner)

Basic Components of Palm Reading:

1. Major Lines:

Life line: Physical vitality and basic life energy
Heart line: Emotional tendencies and love capacity
Head line: Mental focus, thinking style, decision-making
Fate line: Career path, external influences, life mission (not always present)

2. Other Elements:

Hand shape (corresponding to elements: fire, earth, air, water)
Mounts (elevated pads under each finger, e.g., Venus, Jupiter, Mars)
Finger length, nail shape, skin texture
Special signs: Stars, crosses, forks, islands, etc.

Modern Uses:

In esoteric practices, used more for self-awareness than literal future predictions
In psychological chirology, applied as a tool to explore personality traits and inner patterns
Often combined with tarot, astrology, or energy work in spiritual coaching