Contents: Astrology; The Ancient Oracles; Fortune-Telling by Cards, Dice, and Dominoes; The Science of Palmistry, Phrenology, and Physiognomy; Fortune-Telling by Grounds in a Teacup; Dreams and their Interpretation; The Language of the Flowers; Popular Beliefs Among the Ancients as to the Influence of Precious Stones; The Language of Postage Stamps; The Meaning of Moles; Weather Prophecies; How to be Beautiful; Memory Rhymes.

Body twitches are facts from ancient babylon sciences and wisdom, twitches are instant vibes whithin our body and soul, these vibes are near future messages could be surprise or warning signals. I hope you will find your guide to to body twitches, and understand the psychic ability we all do have. Good luck Alya Zona

Despite its widespread popularity in antebellum America, phrenology has rarely been taken seriously as a cultural phenomenon. Charles Colbert seeks to redress this neglect by demonstrating the important contributions the theory made to artistic developments in the period. He goes on to reveal the links between the tenets of phrenology and the cultural ideals of Jacksonian democracy. As Colbert demonstrates, virtually every important figure of the American Renaissance expressed some opinion of phrenology, whether or not they embraced it. Its proponents included many artists eager to support a cause that enhanced the status of their profession by endowing the human form with extraordinary significance. Colbert reviews the careers of Hiram Powers, William Sidney Mount, Harriet Hosmer, Asher B. Durand, and Thomas Cole, among others, in light of their responses to phrenology. Powers's "Greek Slave," for example, can be seen as a model of the physical and moral perfection available to those who adopted the phrenological program, a series of dictates on everything from diet to mental and physical exercise. By creating portraits, genre scenes, ideal figures, and even landscapes that embodied the theory's teachings, Colbert shows, artists endeavored to enlist their audience in a crusade that would transform the nation.
Originally published in 1997.
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Since the French Revolution, an extraordinary outpouring of Marian apparitions and mystical phenomena have been reported throughout the world. Along with these reports have come prophecies of a coming world chastisement to be followed by a new, glorious era of peace. Are the fulfillment of these prophecies near?Expanded and revised, this updated new edition of The Fatima Prophecies takes an unparalleled look at this question and what may lie ahead.

There has never been conceived or made by man any instrument, machine, or contrivance, capable of such a diversity of usefulness as the human hand. Nothing has ever existed with such infinite adaptability to various needs, or capable of being trained to such degrees of dexterity and versatility. Nor is it likely that as perfect a machine will ever be produced by man skill, for the only thing the man hand cannot do is to create an instrument as perfect as itself.

Embracing Practical Instructions in the Art, History, and Philosophy of this Ancient Science with Illustrations and Diagrams.

This is a collection of over twenty true stories about people who have increased their prosperity using Feng Shui principles. Gathered from around the United States and Europe, these 'rags to riches' tales take you into the homes and businesses of people from all walks of life who, by using the art and science of Feng Shui, solved their problems and enhanced their good fortune.

Geomancy teaches the rules by which certain truths are spiritually perceived by the soul and brought within the understanding of the external mind by the use of concentration and punctuation. Geomancy has been used for centuries to enable the seeker to obtain answers to all of life's questions, ie., life, death, health, wealth, romance, etc. Contents: Astrology; The Seven Planets; Conjunctions; Twelve Signs of the Zodiac; Symbols of Geomancy; Preparation for the Practice of Geomancy; Instructions; Astrological Geomancy; Signification of Geomantic Symbols according to their Positions; Example; Astronomical Geomancy; Example; Conclusion.

Of particular interest for its application to business strategizing, this edition of the well-known ancient Chinese classic I Ching (The Book of Changes) guides readers through the intricacies of group dynamics and relationships within organizations of all kinds. The root text is supported by a commentary from the eleventh-century scholar Cheng-Yi, founder of the movement known as Lixue, the study of inner design. Cheng contended that by understanding the pattern of events--the inner design of nature--one can bring about mutual understanding and cooperation among people in groups, thus facilitating the accomplishment of any tasks they might undertake. The translator's extensive introduction gives specific, systematic guidelines for consulting the I Ching for greatest understanding and best results. Included in the afterward is a profile of the modern and Japanese organizational genius Matsushita Konosuke, founder of Panasonic and other multinational corporations, whose success has been built on the principles of the I Ching.

Profusely illustrated with 1,254 Illustrations and complete with a Palmistic Dictionary! Contents: Dedication; Preface; Introduction; Preliminaries; Chirognomic Observations; The Mounts of the Hand; Chiromantic Observations; Additional Cases; Phrenology and Palmistry Compared; Palmistic Dictionary; Appendix; Model Chart for Hand Reading. Note: we do not believe this "St. Germain was the original. However, the author does demonstrate remarkable skill in this science and this scarce book is certainly recommended for anyone interested in palmistry.

This book is a comprehensive, yet easy to understand guide to the use of crystals and gems for internal growth, healing and balance in your daily life. Discover new resources, learn how to extend your personal awareness and centre by attuning to crystal energies. The magnitude and potential of crystals and gems to impact positively our personal lives and the evolving planet we live on is significant. Some of the topics explored in this book are: what are crystals physically and esoterically; working with crystals for self-healing; the ancient art of laying on stones; psychic protection; generator crystals; important healing stones and their uses; double terminated stones and their functions; crystal meditations; and, black holes. The book is designed for the lay person, as well as the professional, to give the basic understanding necessary to use the healing properties inherent within the mineral kingdom to improve the quality of our external and internal lives.

EVERYONE HAS LUCKY DAYS AND NUMBERS -- A WORLD-RENOWNED ASTROLOGER TELLS YOU HOW TO FIND YOURS

In this illuminating, easy-to-read book, Zolar, the master of occult lore and practices, reveals how you can use the arts of dream interpretation and numerology to enrich your life. Discover, for example:

* Your fortunate years
* Your good days
* Your best hours
* Your Magic Hour
* Your Pinnacle of Success
* The Lady Luck Method
...and much, much more!

Included is a special dream key that uncovers the meanings of hundreds of dream symbols, as well as their numerological significance.

The ancient sciences were developed to put humankind in touch with life's rhythms and harmonies. Now you, too, can put this secret wisdom to work for you! Whether you're new to the occult sciences or already a practiced hand, you can easily learn how your dreams and lucky numbers can help you -- in everything from choosing a partner to playing the lottery.

Find out today just how lucky you can be!

A stunning deck designed for those facing difficult decisions or upheaval in relationships, or wishing to move away from draining careers, situations, or people. Vampiric energies have often been feared and reviled, but today, the amazing creatures of Les Vampires are proving to be allies from the most mysterious of realms, helping many humans through their own dark night of the soul.

Featuring the award-winning art of Jasmine Becket-Griffith and insightful wisdom channeled by Lucy Cavendish, Les Vampires is a profound oracle with which to work for healing our own inner fears, harnessing our power and dissolving the patterns that hold us back.

Insightful, elegant, courageous, and gorgeous, this is an oracle deck unlike any other you have experienced--until now. With 44 lavishly-painted cards and a guidebook including simple yet revealing layouts, this oracle deck will help you walk through night's darkness, and return to the light of hope, health, healing, and awareness.

..". a landmark in research of African oral traditions." --African Arts

..". a significant contribution to theunderstanding of Yoruba religious belief, magic, and art." -- Journal ofReligion in Africa

Yoruba texts and English translations of adivination system that originated in Nigeria and is widely practiced today by maleand female diviners in the diaspora. A landmark edition.

Glimpses of Tibetan Divination: Past and Present is the first book of its kind, in that it contains articles by a group of eminent scholars who approach the subject matter by investigating it through various facets and salient historical figures. Over the centuries, Tibetans developed many practices of prognostication and adapted many others from neighboring cultures and religions. In this way, Tibetan divination evolved into a vast field of ritual expertise that has been largely neglected in Tibetan Studies. The Tibetan repertoire of divinatory techniques is rich and immensely varied. Accordingly, the specimen of practices discussed in this volume-many of which remain in use today-merely serve as examples that offer glimpses of divination in Tibet. Contributors are Per Kvaerne, Brandon Dotson, Ai Nishida, Dan Martin, Petra Maurer, Charles Ramble, Donatella Rossi, Rolf Scheuermann, Alexander Smith, and Agata Bareja-Starzynska.

Be it in your working, romantic or physical life, wise words of wisdom walk with you, to provide the answers. The Book of Destiny is a divination tool, incorporating common sayings with their meaning, a focus word, an image and a message for the reader. There are 111 messages all based on the original divination but in a context that will help the reader today, in their everyday life. Beautifully Illustrated, The Book of Destiny is like a portable 'oracle', always at the ready with wisdom for the moment in hand.

This oracle card deck is designed to connect you with your Divine Energy, the part of you answering the deepest, most profound personal questions that we all share: 'What is my soul's desire?' and 'What am I here to learn?' Each of the 63 cards offers a specific personal invitation to become more Divinely awakened and empowered, in addition to addressing the particular soul shift necessary to achieve that possibility. Every invitation you accept helps you advance your soul's growth and move toward both inner peace and outer success. Each card offers manageable steps that you can achieve day by day to advance toward your highest goals on a spiritual level. In the process, you'll get out of your own way and begin to experience the personal success and satisfaction that you seek in your life, as well as bring your special gifts and energy to the planet.

It's hard to believe something as simple as a weight on a string can work magic. A pendulum is a powerful tool, yet small enough to carry around and use anytime. With just a few minutes of practice, anyone can start using it. Using the easy techniques in this book, you can use a pendulum for guidance, self-improvement, psychic development, and a wealth of other practical purposes. - Locate lost objects - Gain insight on any decision - Test food for freshness or allergens - Change bad habits - Resolve health issues - Diagnose car or appliance problems - Communicate with spirits - Explore past lives Once you've mastered the basics, you'll learn more advanced pendulum techniques, including little-known methods that can be used to help you achieve any goal you desire.

The first major literary presentation of Nostradamus's "Prophecies," newly translated and edited by prizewinning scholars

The mysterious quatrains of the sixteenth-century French astrologer Nostradamus have long proved captivating for their predictions. Nostradamus has been credited with anticipating the Great Fire of London, the rise of Adolf Hitler, and the September 11 terrorist attacks. Today, as the world grapples with financial meltdowns, global terrorism, and environmental disasters--as well as the Mayan prediction of the apocalypse on December 21, 2012--his prophecies of doom have assumed heightened relevance.

How has "The Prophecies" outlasted most books from the Renaissance? This edition considers its legacy in terms of the poetics of the quatrains, published here in a brilliant new translation and with introductory material and notes mapping the cultural, political, and historical forces that resonate throughout Nostradamus's epic, giving it its visionary power.

A full-color oracle deck and guidebook to activate your light codes, raise your frequency, and awaken to your cosmic mission * 2022 Coalition of Visionary Resources Silver Award * Includes 44 full-color cards, embedded with activational frequencies and imbued with sacred geometric symbols and patterns from nature and the cosmos * For each card, the book explains its meaning and message and includes a ritual activity, such as an incantation, guided journaling, meditation, or ceremony, to help you engage more deeply and experientially with the message * The book demonstrates how the cards represent 4 distinct initiatory paths, which can act as a cosmic mission activation launch sequence, helping you in the next steps of your soul purpose Presenting high-vibration activational messages, this oracle deck and book set is designed to help you remember your true nature as a being of light, access your cosmic mission, and raise your vibratory frequency. Rev. Stephanie Red Feather hand-painted the art on each of the 44 full-color cards, imbued with sacred geometric symbols and patterns from nature and the cosmos, to serve as a tool of transmission, engaging you on multiple levels of consciousness and allowing you to receive whatever activation, message, or inspiration from Source you need in the moment. The art is also intentionally embedded with activational frequencies to help you "turn on" your light codes, retrieve ancient wisdom stored in your soul's memory from enlightened times, and transmit signals from Source, which land like seeds in the mind and flower into higher knowledge. In the accompanying guidebook, Red Feather explains how the oracle can be used as a self-guided initiation into the mysteries of higher consciousness. Drawing on astrophysics, biology, geology, quantum mechanics, as well as ancient mystical traditions, she shows how the cards can be divided into four groups, each representing a distinct initiatory path and acting as a cosmic mission activation launch sequence. For each card, she explains its meaning and message and includes a ritual activity, such as an incantation, guided journaling, meditation, or ceremony, to help you engage more deeply and experientially with the message. Offering a hands-on tool to discover and activate the next steps of your cosmic mission, this oracle helps you prepare your light body for the next octave of your soul purpose on Earth as well as drawing you into higher, wider, and deeper dimensions of consciousness.