Palm reading is used by many modern pagans and New Age practitioners as a form of divination or personality interpretation. Giving meaning to the lines in the palm of your hand is a significant part of this reading, requiring a deep understanding of the major and minor lines. This article explains how to interpret them.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Major Lines
Step 1. Choose the hand to read
In palmistry, one hand is considered active, while the other is passive. The active hand is the dominant one, the passive is obviously the other.
- The passive hand indicates inherited traits.
- The dominant hand shows the changes due to life events.
- If there is a big difference between the passive and dominant hand lines, it means that this person has worked hard to develop himself.
Step 2. Identify the four main lines
These are the line of the heart, head, life and destiny (not everyone has the latter).
- The heart line runs horizontally across the top of the palm. It reflects the state of your heart on a physical and emotional level.
- The head line crosses the center of the palm horizontally. It reflects the state of your mind and brain.
- The waist line curves around the base of the thumb, starting from the area between the index finger and thumb. Contrary to popular belief, this line does not actually indicate how long you will live but rather aspects such as strength, vitality and prosperity.
- The Destiny Line runs vertically from the base to the center of the palm (not everyone has this line). It indicates aspects such as success, career path and vocation.
Step 3. Interpret the heart line
This line can be read in both directions (from the little finger to the index or vice versa), depending on the tradition followed. It is believed to indicate romantic outlook, emotional stability, depression, and heart health. Here's how to read the line and its specific meanings:
- If the heart line starts below your index finger, it means you are picky when it comes to love. A heart line starting below the middle indicates a selfish person in matters of love. If it starts in the center of the palm, the person falls in love easily.
- The absence of the heart line indicates an individual who is governed by logic rather than emotion. A line that is not too pronounced indicates that the person is detached and gives little importance to emotions.
- A straight, short heart line indicates an individual who is not particularly sensitive to romance. A long, curvy line indicates someone who freely expresses their emotions. A wavy line indicates many relationships and / or lovers, with an absence of serious relationships.
- If the line of the heart is straight and parallel to that of the head, it indicates that the individual has good management of their emotions. A heart line touching that of life means that the heart "breaks" easily.
- A broken heart line or with small lines running through it can indicate emotional trauma. A chained line can mean depression.
Step 4. Examine the head line
It represents the style of learning and communication, intellectualism and the thirst for knowledge. The specific meanings are as follows:
- If absent, it indicates that the person is lazy. A faint line indicates that the individual lacks memory and focus and is prone to daydreaming. A deep line, on the other hand, denotes good memory and concentration, as well as a sensitive nature.
- If the line is short, it indicates a practical person with their head on their shoulders. A long line denotes a focused and highly successful person with a tendency to be selfish.
- When straight, it shows a person who thinks realistically, is logical, organized, and has great attention to detail. A wavy line indicates a restless person with short-term attention. If curved or slanted, it indicates a highly creative individual.
- If the head line starts near the waist line, it means that this person is steadfast. If this line is separated from that of life, it indicates a sense of adventure and enthusiasm for life.
- A broken head line indicates inconsistencies in thinking. Crosses on the line can mean that crucial and vital decisions have a very important effect on the person's fate. Chains or donuts indicate personal conflict or emotional difficulties.
Step 5. Evaluate the life line
It reflects physical health, general well-being, and major life events (for example, catastrophic events, physical injuries, and travel). The specific meanings are as follows:
- If the life line is absent, the person may be tense, anxious and nervous. A faint line indicates an individual who has a life without adventure and low energy consumption. A deep line denotes a person with a smoother life path.
- If the life line is long and deep, it indicates good health, vitality and endurance. A short and deep line shows a person who easily overcomes physical problems.
- A curvy life line means that the person has an abundance of energy. A straight line that is close to the edge of the palm means that the individual is cautious.
- A line running near the thumb indicates a person who gets tired easily. If the line moves in a semicircle, it shows strength and enthusiasm. Straight lines close to the edge of the palm indicate a cautious individual.
- Check for multiple life lines, indicating extra vitality and stamina.
- A break in this line means a sudden change in lifestyle. If the life line is broken on both hands, it can indicate a serious illness or injury. Circles or a chained line indicate that the person is prone to many health problems and that their life could take them in many different directions.
Step 6. Study the line of destiny or fate
It indicates the degree to which a person's life is affected by external circumstances beyond his control. This line starts at the base of the palm. Its main features are:
- A deep line of fate means that the person's life will be heavily controlled by fate. Remember that not all individuals have this line.
- If the line of destiny starts together with that of life, it indicates a self-made individual who develops aspirations in the first years of life. If it joins the line of life somewhere in between, it indicates a point in the middle of existence where the interests of the individual must be abandoned in favor of those of others. If the line of fate begins at the base of the thumb, it means that this person has a strong relationship with family and friends.
- Interruptions and changes in the direction of the fate line indicate many changes in life caused by external forces.
Method 2 of 3: Other Significant Lines
Step 1. Find other significant lines on the palm of your hand
In addition to the four major lines, there are others that are worth noting and reading. These lines are that of health, fame, marriage, money and travel.
- The health line extends from under the little finger through the palm to the base of the thumb.
- The line of fame, if visible, begins at the base of the hand and winds up under the ring finger, running parallel to the line of destiny.
- The marriage line is that small line (or group of lines) that is located just below the base of the little finger.
- The money line has various paths and its meaning is interpreted in relation to its position.
- Travel lines generally start from the edge of the palm on the "hump" in front of the thumb and extend horizontally.
Step 2. Study the health line
It deals with material well-being as well as physical. In case it is faint or difficult to see, here are some caveats. If a person has a very weak fate, fame or success line, then the health line also plays a strong role in the development of material wealth. It can extend from under the little finger, down through the palm, to the base of the thumb. Sometimes, it can also merge with the life line. Some of the features to look for include:
- The lack of a health line indicates that the person will have few - perhaps not even one - health problems. A strong, undisturbed line means a strong penchant for business, as well as the strength to work hard and make money.
- If wavy, it indicates potential health problems as a result of anxiety and nervousness
- A broken line can indicate that poor health will cause problems in business situations. Smaller lines that cross the health line mean that the person is prone to accidents. Further lines that branch out onto that of life are a sign of a serious illness in old age. A square surrounding the line is a sign of protection, both in the form of good medical care and as an aid to solving a business problem. A pause in the "donut" line indicates the need for hospitalization.
- A triangle formed by the lines of life, head and health is known as "the lucky triangle". This triangle means luck proportional to the size of the angle.
Step 3. Read the fame line, which influences the social rewards of success
This line, if visible, starts at the base of the hand and moves up under the ring finger, running parallel to the line of destiny. Look for the following features:
- If the fame line is missing, the same indications must be sought in other areas of the palm. The individual may still be successful, but he prefers it to happen without public acclaim. If the fame line is loud and clear, it indicates distinction and satisfaction with your life's work.
- If the fame line is broken several times, it is an indication of ups and downs in social recognition.
- The fame line that travels straight to the ring finger indicates that the person may have fame in the arts. If it starts at the head line and crosses the heart line, it demonstrates hard work and success in old age. A separation at the end of the fame line (which splits into two more subtle strokes) indicates that success can be of dubious value.
- A fame line ending below the ring finger in a star or triangle shows spectacular success in the fine arts industry (acting, singing, dancing). If it ends up under the ring finger in a square, it indicates a benevolent tycoon.
Step 4. Evaluate the marriage line
Relationships are indicated by the thin line (s) found just below the base of the little finger. The more lines at the base of the little finger, the more late these relationships will be in life. Among the features to look for:
- Several light lines indicate different novels. Strong and clear lines indicate marriage. Numerous overlapping traits indicate amorous intrigues. Lines that meet without intersecting show children to be born.
- A fork in the lines towards the back of the hand indicates a long engagement. If it is located at the end towards the palm it means separation (with or without divorce).
- A line at the end of a marriage line that abruptly ends means the end of a relationship due to death or divorce. However, breaks in the lines that resume with an overlap show separation with subsequent reunion.
Step 5. Read the money line
This line is not a direct indicator of access to material wealth. It represents the subject's ability to acquire wealth and also gives some indicators of how to achieve this. The characteristics of the money line are:
- A line running from the base of the thumb to under the index finger and ending in a star demonstrates a natural talent for making money.
- A line running from the base of the thumb to the little finger indicates wealth acquired through inheritance or family allowances. A line running from the base of the thumb to below the middle finger means money earned in business. A money line towards the ring finger that cuts through that of fame would indicate money made through luck and surprise.
Step 6. Study the lines of the journey
They are an important indication of the movements you have made throughout your life that have had or will have a profound impact on your life. They can also indicate a desire to travel. Some details to look for regarding travel are:
- The lines that intersect that of life mean that you will take a trip for health reasons or your health will be affected by a trip. If they intersect the line of destiny, they show that the journey will represent a life changing experience.
- If the travel lines intersect, it means danger or trouble while moving. If a square surrounds the lines, it is a sign of protection on your travels. Interruptions indicate possible delays.
Method 3 of 3: Minor Lines
Step 1. Read the minor lines
Minor lines can be found in most hands.
- They understand the lines of opposition, intuition, flight and influence.
- These lines can appear very faintly in some people.
Step 2. Find the lines of opposition
These lines can be found on the outside of the palm, between the heart and head lines.
These lines illustrate the opposing forces we all face in life
Step 3. Find the line of intuition
This line appears on the outer palm (at the base of the hand under the little finger).
- Illustrates strong intuition. If you have this line, you are an extremely sensitive, intuitive person and you may have ESP (extra-sensory perception).
- The line may appear to curve in the palm or out towards the edge. In both cases, the meaning remains the same.
Step 4. Evaluate the line of escape
This line is placed down, near the base of the palm.
- It often crosses the line of life, and this intersection symbolizes the time in your life when a later experience can happen.
- The line of flight illustrates an individual fleeing the problems of his life, indulging in the imagination. If it connects with the fame line, the person takes refuge in the creative arts.
- If the line of flight intersects with that of health, the person resorts to drugs and alcohol. It can also foreshadow suicide.
Step 5. Find the Influence Lines
These lines originate at the base of the thumb and radiate into the palm.
- Where they connect with other lines, they illustrate an important event.
- The most sought after influence lines are those that show how and where you will come in contact with money, if they cross the money lines.
