Abacomancy

Abacomancy

Abacomancy, also known as "Amathomancy" (from the Greek word "amathos" meaning sand) a form of divination based on the interpretation of the patterns in dust, dirt, silt, sand, or the ashes of the recently deceased. Reading the patterns is believed to give some insight into the future. Readers will the dirt, sand, or ashes on a flat surface and start looking for a pattern that may represent symbols or pictures. They interpret these symbols and pictures to what is going to happen in the future. Some look for certain symbols that are seen over and over.
Some of the patterns seen are lines, triangles, spirals, and hearts. Numerous lines indicate embarking on a long trip. The triangle represents power that is equal on all sides. The heart, of course, means love.

See also

* Divination
* List of basic parapsychology topics
* Methods of divination

References

* [http://www.occultopedia.com/a/abacomancy.htm Abacomancy]
* [http://www.syl.com/articles/abacomancy.html Types of Divinations Information - Abacomancy]


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