MARKS ON THE HAND
Transverse
Marks
A
transverse linw marking on the hand is an evil sign that nullifies the
positive qualities of any mount it is found upon. Though a person may
have the markings of a heroic mount, these qualities can be reduced
if it has a score of transverse lines. If transverse lines are found
across the Mount of Mercury, it indicates that the bearer will use his/her
talents of diplomacy and tact for deceit and guile for ill gains.
Vertical
Marks
Vertical
markings are a benefic sign. If found on the mounts, they heighten its
positive qualities and assist in annulling any poor signs also located
on the mount. They are theopposites of the aforementioned transverse
markings. Vertical markings upon the Mount of Mercury will bring a great
deal of tact and loquaciousness to serve for pleasant communication
and friendship. It will emphasize science and business skills. Two vertical
lines on the Mount of Mercury are often the symbol of a Doctor or Biologist.
The
Grille
The
grille is a point at which the energies of the hand dissipate or escape
out. If grilles are found throughout the entirety of the hand, the power
of its bearer is constantly drained by vexations and imagined slights.
If a grille appears on the mount, it saps or thwarts the qualities of
the mount, e.g. such a Grille on the Mount of Apollo will forever
put off the attainment of any true success in life.
The
Cross
Crosses
always denote troubles, disappointment, danger, and when found on lines,
the harm to the bearer may be aggravated as the Holy Cross of Jesus
Christ. Occasionally it can refer to a dramatic change in one's life
due to a crisis or hardship. They should always be considered an ill
omen save for two cases: when found on the Mount of the Jupiter and
when located between the Head and Heart lines, known as the "Croix Mystique".
The bearer of such a symbol is purported to possess a greater degree
of mysticism, occultism, and superstition.
The
position of the "Croix Mystique" is also quite important. If located
high up, near the Mount of Jupiter, the bearer will exhibit belief in
mysticism only for their own gain. Those with crosses further from the
Mount of Jupiter will care more for the principles and methods by which
the mystical experience was expressed rather than its immediate application
to themselves.
The
Star
The star is a
symbol of good and sudden brilliance in a person's life. A line that
ends in a star signifies the greatest accomplishments possible; however,
the star often carries with it an unpleasant price. For example if
the Line of Apollo ends in a star, it denotes great fame, but this
often results in the bearer suffering the loss of their private sphere
to their successful public sphere.A star on the mounts will naturally
denote great proficiency with the mount's corresponding traits, yet
these traits may consume some of the other bearer's qualities. The
star is certainly a sign to be viewed with great caution.
The
Island
The
Island is always a negative sign. It is often a sign of some hereditary
evil, such as a heart condition or intemperance with spirits, but it
may just as easily represent non-congenital emotional stress. The island
is a gradual and prolonged, and oft times subtle period of strife in
an individual's life. It could represent mounting stress on the line
of the head, and manifest itself as headaches. On the Line of Fate,
It could be a period in which the individual finds himself surrounded
with mounting debts that peak at the widest point of the island.These
misfortunes will last to the extent that the island is long.
The
Square
The
square is almost always a benefic symbol. It denotes an especial significance
when covering an area that is experiencing turmoil, such as chained,
broken, or dotted lines. In this instance, difficulties will arise but
the bearer will persevere and the crisis will be averted or thwarted.
Damage may be reduced to a minimal one or prevented all together. A
square after perturbations in a line signifies repair.The one instance
in which the square denotes negative influences is when it is found
on the upper portion of the Mount of Venus near the life line, where
it denotes detention or incarceration.
The
Circle
The
circle is a very rare marking in palmistry. It is an evil mark unless
it be on a mount, in which case it usually augments the powers and promise
of a mount. If it touches any line, it brings inescapable misfortune
to the line it touches.The native would go round and round in a circle
without being able to break through and get free out of life's hassles.
The
Triangle
The
triangle is a positive sign, though strong significance should be ascribed
to it only when it stands as an independent mark, not composed of intersecting
lines. It denotes mental flourish and success corresponding to the location
of the mark, i.e., if it were to be found upon the Mount of Apollo,
it would denote an artistic success. If found alongside a line, it will
naturally take on significance dependent upon the line.The triangle
will never reach the great heights of success,but it possesses balance
and will not carry with it the backlash that so often accompanies the
star.
The
Spot
The spot is a
sign of a distinct event or malady, though it often comes in groups
that denote a chronic disorder. If found on a line, it typically signifies
a temporary illness corresponding to the line, e.g., a spot on the
Line of Head indicates some violence to the head or brain fever.
The
Trident
The trident is
a most propitious marking wherever it may lay. If it rises from a
line, it will expound the qualities of that line and draw additional
power from the mounts or lines that branch on either side head towards.
If found on a mount, the trident carries with it great flourish of
the properties of that mount in conjunction with its neighboring mounts.
The trident is such a powerful symbol that it eclipses the star in
beneficence.
The
Tassel
A tasseled line
can oft be found at the end of the lifeline; as the individual weakens
and deteriorates with age, so too does the line. Such is the case
with the Line of Head, where it denotes a weakening of mental clarity
and approaching senility or old age ; the Line of Heart with a deteriorating
heart condition or emotional trauma that has left the individual very
feeble and unstable.
Drooping
Offshoots
Lines that droop
from any larger line indicate a disappointment in life. Along the
Line of Heart, it denotes disappointment in love or an unfortunate
event in which the individual became too emotionally involved. Along
the Line of Head, it may signify the obstruction of one's ideals
or disillusionment
Rising
Offshoots
Rising
offshoots are the inverse of the drooping offshoots. They represent
periods of sudden inspiration, fruition, and happiness. It will draw
upon the qualities of the mount that it is directed to. For example,
an offshoot springing from the Line of Head and nearing the Mount of
Mercury is a sign of scientific prowess--perhaps an invention, or a
discovery, or a synthesis of concepts that have long been drifting through
the individual's mind, but had hitherto been dissociated.
Sister
Lines
Sister lines support
the line along which they follow. Some sister lines are quite common,
such as the Line of Mars, which accompanies and strengthens the constitution
denoted by the Line of Life; The Line of Apollo is a sister line for
the Line of Fate, as it serves a similar function and accentuates
the fulfillment one feels in the course of their career.Sister lines
protect and heal lines that are broken, crooked, frayed, or side-by-side.
Lest a line exist with several negative markings, sister lines will
be the guiding hand that shall shield the bearer from the brunt of
life's assaults.
