Complete art of practical palmistry explained

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q:

Does the term “fate" mean "sure fatality"?

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Not in its broadest sense: the indications and circumstances over which we have no immediate influence or control are certainly marked here on the sensitive hand, but it is “fate” only in the sense that as a man sows,so shall he reap, and if our natures indicate that the gratification of such nature will lead to certain bad effects if allowed to go unchecked, it does not unnecessarily follow that we are unable to avoid being carried away by the strength of our evil inclinations, or that we mu

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q:

What does the line of Fate signify?

a:

It relates to our social position, influence in the world, success or failure, and worldly affairs in general; and according to its position, clearness,etc., we mayknow whether ours is or is likely to be, a life of importance or influence upon other people.

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Where is the Fate line shown on the hand?

a:

It is the line which runs up the centre of the hand and goes more or less to the mount of Saturn: it may be known by its tendency to reach this mount, from which it takes its name, as Saturn means Fate or Destiny.

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What is the meaning of a curved line from the line of Heart to the mount of Moon?

a:

This is a bad sign and denotes the unhealthy influence of too much imagination over the heart and the reason: it is also a sign of cruelty in whatever direction the fancy may lead, and murder is frequently com­mitted by those in whom this sign is plainly seen.

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What is the meaning of a point or spot on the Heart line?

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This sometimes indicates a wound, but more often it is a sign of grief at heart, and its nature must be looked for in the nearest mount: for instance,are spot under Saturn in­dicates the loss of Borne love, either by death or  treachery; under Apollo the grief will because through an artist or man of fame; and under Mercury a scientific, professional, or businessman will be the cause of sorrow.

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What is the meaning of the Heart line, ascending the mount of Mercury?

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This shows great ability to adapt oneself to others, to imitate and mimic others: good act or soften possess this sign prominently in their hands.

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What is the meaning of small lines rising up to the Heart line?

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Those show the number of persons having power to influence the life so far as affection is concerned, but if any of these lines are crossed it shows that trouble and sorrow have been the result of the friendship.

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Is disappointment in love indicated on the Heart line?

a:

Yes, if it is branched towards the mount of Jupiter and any of these branches are cut by another one coming from the direction of the Head or Life lines, it indicates disappoint­ment in some person who has been ardently loved by the subject.

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What is the meaning of small lines which cut across the Heart line?

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Many little lines crossing the Heart line, in addition to the lines of Fate, Fortune and Health are an in­dication of misfortunes and ill-health arising from the heart or liver; and if these lines are irregular or twisted they show sorrow and disappointment in the affections.

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What does a straight and rather short Heart line indicate?

a:

This shows a cruel and revengeful disposition, with little or no tenderness or affection, and when the temper is fully aroused the person is capable of committing murder.