#fortune-telling

[vintage-ukraine]

Fortune-Telling (Three Girls) by Halyna Mazepa, 1946

#Fortune-Telling #Halyna Mazepa #Ukrainian art #1940s

[atomic-chronoscaph]

Fortune Tellers

#fortune tellers #clairvoyant #cartomancer #crystal ball #palm reading #fortune-telling #divination #tarot reading #spiritualism #occultism #nelly muley #silent films era #theda bara #florence lee #late 19th century #early 20th century

[basicallyanotherwitchesthing]

Cosmopolitan's Guide to Fortune-Telling (foreword by Helen Gurley Brown) - Cosmopolitan - 1977

#witches #fortune-tellers #occult #vintage #cosmopolitan's guide to fortune-telling #cosmopolitan #fortune-telling #magazine #tarot #tea leaf reading #palmestry #i ching #astrology #helen gurley brown #1977

[random-bookquotes]

Granny had nothing against fortune-telling provided it was done badly by people with no talent for it. It was a different matter if people who ought to know better did it, though. She considered that the future was a frail enough thing at best, and if people looked at it hard they changed it. Granny had some quite complex theories about space and time and why they shouldn’t be tinkered with, but fortunately good fortune-tellers were rare and anyway people preferred bad fortune-tellers, who could be relied upon for the correct dose of uplift and optimism.

Terry Pratchett, Equal Rites (Discworld, #3)  

#Terry Pratchett #Discworld #Equal Rites #fortune-telling #fortune-tellers

[fortunaestalta]

#artists on tumblr #ai artwork #base from same photo of male belly dancer used below #magician #fortune-telling #esoterica #so many twists and turns to get here #my art amuses me

[ancientorigins]

Tarot cards are most commonly associated with the occult and divination. But they were once nothing more than playing cards used in a variety of games.

#tarot #divination #fortune-telling #cards #games #ancient #history #ancient origins

[tresmanciasconsultancy]

ask the oracle!

On December we have again...

✨ Ask the Oracle! ✨

End of month with free Tarot & I Ching readings. It's a free activity Tres Mancias offers every month. What to do to get one?:

- connect on Thursday 12.28 from 20 to 21 h (New York) - follow TM's blog - give a "Like" to the post announcing on that day the activity begins and comment the oracle you prefer, and why you prefer that one

I will send a private message to the first 5 people joining, to send me up to three questions.

When the hour ends, the activity ends too. To stay updated with new dates, subscribe for free to the newsletter here.

#i ching #tarot #astrology #oracles #free readings #fortune-telling #forecasting #predictions

[john-ts-sh-ai]

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#sims #sims 4 #the sims 4 #sims 4 screenshots #ts4 #s4 #simblr #my sims #fortune-telling #Agatha

[traceyreadstarot]

🎉 The 3 of Cups is a joyful card that reminds us to celebrate the gifts around us, especially our friends and family. 🌟 It's a call to pick up the phone or plan a quick get-together, or to look forward to a larger event that might be coming up. Whatever the case may be, it's time to appreciate the bonds that keep us connected.

This card is associated with Mercury, the planet of communication, emphasizing the importance of sharing our joy and gratitude with those around us. It's a reminder to prioritize sisterhood, camaraderie, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. 🌸

So take some time to celebrate the people in your life who bring you joy and laughter. Whether it's a small gathering or a big event, the 3 of Cups is all about cherishing those connections that make life sweeter. 🥂

#tarot #tarotreading #threofcups #joy #celebration #friendship #family #sisterhood #communication #mercury #creatingmemories #gratitude #appreciation #tarotcommunity #tarotcards #traceyreadstarot

#tarotdaily #traceyreadstarot #free tarot #tip your tarot reader #tarot #tarot cards #tarot reading #psychic tarot reading #fortune-telling

[butterfliesonthewall]

i love VEN, it may be one of my favorite Nancy Drew games, easily in my top 5 at least. but with that being said, Italy is like the capital of tarot, and has a big culture around witchcraft and fortune-telling (or so i’m told by other witches) and imho it’s too bad we don’t get to see any of that in the game, not even as a passing mention.

#VEN #nancy drew #tarot #witchcraft #fortune-telling

[falseandrealultravival]

Perseus & Oedipus and Oracle: What do you think of fortune-telling with 100% accuracy?(Essay)

Perseus holding the head of Medusa (wiki)

In Greek mythology, the story of "oracle" is often mentioned, and this is a future prediction guaranteed by God. A king imprisoned his daughter Danae in a tower under the oracle of being "killed by his grandson," but Zeus invades in the rain and gives birth to Perseus. And he tried to kill this grandson and made various misfortunes, but Perseus cleared everything, and the king who gave up and gave up the throne to Perseus and retired, but he was hit by the disk thrown by Perseus in the competition and died ... What an ending. When this happens, I have the impression that it would have been better not to ask for the oracle.

And Perseus, who has achieved various feats, will be the first and greatest achievement to get rid of Medusa. About that process, my poetry--

@Medusa

Medusa--

The woman has her hair as a snake

The person who sees her is said to be a stone in fear.

But her face has never been mentioned.

But I think she was a beautiful woman.

By too much beauty,

The viewer is deprived of time

She turns them into a stone.

Perseus fought with her and killed her.

He was a Hero certainly,

Maybe he couldn't understand the beauty of Medusa.

He was an Insensitive man.

(Note) This is an episode of Greek mythology. Inspired by “MIDAS TOUCH” by Tatsurou Yamashita

(2016.04.10)

King Oedipus-The greatest "tragedy" of humankind

Oedipus and Sphinx

Now, Oedipus is a hero who has been tossed by a harsher fate than this Perseus. In his case, his father, King Thebes, sought an oracle and received the astonishing oracle that "the born boy kills his father and has a sex with his mother," and took measures to expel the suckling child (Oedipus). However, the oracle is right.

Ancient Greece, the king of Thebes, King Oedipus was deeply saddened by the hunger that has continued for many years, and was conducting various investigations to find out the cause. The former king of Thebes, Laius, was killed at a three-way junction during Miyuki (Miyuki: the king patrols around) and the throne was absent, and at that time (Oedipus was insignificant). (When he was not an official), it was mentioned that the King of Thebes would be the one who defeated the monster Sphinx, who would eat the unanswered one by asking a mystery.

Oedipus, who encountered the Sphinx, was asked the mystery, "What is the one that has four legs in the morning, two legs in the day, and three legs in the evening?" Sphinx, Oedipus gave the answer and solved the mystery, was ashamed to throw herself into the valley and died. Three legs is the appearance of an old man poking a cane. And Oedipus became the king of Thebes conspicuously.

It was then, when he summoned a fortune-teller to find out who was the poor man who killed the former king, he said, "Your Majesty killed his father, King Laius. He wonders, "... what is stupid ..." and curses the fortune-teller, but nothing can be done as it is. "First, my father cannot be the former King of Thebes, Laius ..."

There was a fact here that only the late Laius and his wife Jocasta knew. When he was born, he received the oracle of Delphi (by the god Apollo) and was an astonishing oracle (prophecy) that "the child kills his father and has a sex with his mother" Here comes a shepherd who knows about the time (who was tasked with expelling Oedipus) and talks about his abandoned child.

Listening to this, Jocasta realized that it was Oedipus who killed her husband, King Laius, at the three-way junction, and that Oedipus was her real child, and gave birth to four children of her “husband Oedipus”. Fearing that she was doing it, she harms herself in her bedroom.

When he was full of blood, he tended to be unreasonable. If I could stay calm when I fought with King Laius at the three-way junction, I might have escaped from this horrifying fate ... but that might be my fate. Yes, it was Oedipus who killed his father Laius at the three-way junction.

Then, King Oedipus, who realized everything, stabbed his eyes with the golden Hairpin of his mother and wife, Jocasta, became a blind man himself, and went on a wandering journey ... There are various theory of closing his eyes. There is an interpretation, "abandonment of all everyday things, including being a king," or "castrated by oneself."

What is being developed here is a destiny that cannot be resisted by any individual. Even if all the characters are not malicious, the characters are danced by the structural mechanism. The process of "finding the criminal" and gradually becoming aware of the criminal is extremely severe.

Also, it seems that the theme of "patricide" is also depicted in Dostoevsky's "The Brothers Karamazov" and Shakespeare's "Hamlet". (I'm not sure if "Hamlet" had such a story, though there was a story about his uncle Grotius killing Hamlet's father, the former king.) Sigmund Freud said so-called "Oedipus Complex: Father for Boys." It is also famous for creating the theory of psychoanalysis that "there is an urge to kill and rob the mother."

This play is a masterpiece of the tragic writer Sophocles in the 400s BC, and its dramatic value is still shining even today. This work, Shakespeare's four major tragedy ... I think it surpasses "King Lear," "Othello," "Hamlet," and "Macbeth."

Fortune-telling about the end of Macbeth also appears in "Macbeth", which seems to be the best of the four tragedies, but it is not as serious as King Oedipus, and it ends with an ad hoc situation setting. (It's like, "If the forest doesn't move, Macbeth won't lose, he won't die." ... Enemy soldiers disguised as forests have attacked.)

A word of the day: Well, it's hard to say who's wrong with Perseus and Oedipus, but if I dare to say, the one who seeks the oracle is the worst. For a while, I was also enthusiastic about fortune-telling, so I had the experience of almost cutting off my relationship with a certain woman.

#Perseus #Oedipus #oracle #fortune-telling #fortune-telling with 100% accuracy #medusa #disk #the born boy kills his father and has a sex with his mother #Shakespeare #Sophocles #essay #rei morishita

[lilianeruyters]

Laura Shepherd-Robinson || The Square of Sevens

Is The Square of Sevens a literary masterpiece? No, not really.a Is it entertaining and amusing? Definitely! I could not stop reading, I wanted to get to the truth, which was kept from me and many other readers until the final pages. The Square of Sevens is the story of Red aka Rachel Antrobus, a young orphan who finds herself next in line to inherit an enormous amount of money. If only she can…

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#reading is fun #British writer #fortune-telling #Great Novel #Great reading #Laura Sheperd-Robinson #literature #Mantle #Pan-Macmillan #reading the cards #search for identity #The Square of Sevens

[basicallyanotherwitchesthing]

Jo Sheridan - Teacup Fortune-Telling - Mayflower - 1978

#witches #fortune-tellers #occult #vintage #teacup fortune-telling #mayflower books #jo sheridan #teacup #fortune-telling #1978

[tmarshconnors]

Exploring the Wisdom of the I Ching

The I Ching, also known as the Book of Changes, is an ancient Chinese divination text that has been revered for thousands of years. Rooted in Taoist philosophy and mysticism, the I Ching is more than just a system of divination; it is a profound guide to understanding the dynamic nature of the universe and the patterns of change that shape our lives. In this blog, we will delve into the rich history, philosophy, and practical applications of the I Ching, exploring how this timeless oracle can offer insight and wisdom for navigating the complexities of our modern world.

The Origins and History:

The origins of the I Ching can be traced back to ancient China, where it was initially developed as a manual for divination around 3,000 years ago. Its creation is often attributed to the legendary sage Fu Xi, who is said to have discovered the eight trigrams, the fundamental building blocks of the I Ching, while contemplating the patterns of nature. Over the centuries, the text evolved and expanded, incorporating the wisdom of subsequent scholars and philosophers, including the famous Confucius.

The Structure of the I Ching:

At its core, the I Ching consists of 64 hexagrams, each composed of six stacked lines, either broken (yin) or unbroken (yang). These hexagrams represent various archetypal situations and states of being, offering a nuanced view of the ever-changing nature of existence. The combinations of yin and yang lines within each hexagram create a unique symbol, accompanied by a poetic description that serves as a guide to interpreting its meaning.

Philosophical Underpinnings:

The philosophy underlying the I Ching is deeply rooted in Taoism, emphasising the principles of Yin and Yang, the interplay of opposites, and the cyclical nature of change. The text encourages individuals to align themselves with the natural flow of energy, known as the Tao, and to adapt to the constant transformations in life. The I Ching teaches that change is inevitable, and by understanding its patterns, one can navigate through challenges with grace and wisdom.

Practical Applications:

While the I Ching is often associated with divination, its practical applications extend far beyond fortune-telling. Many users turn to the I Ching for guidance on decision-making, problem-solving, and gaining insight into personal development. The process of consulting the oracle involves casting a set of coins or using yarrow sticks to generate a hexagram, which is then interpreted in the context of the question or situation at hand. The responses provided by the I Ching are often thought-provoking and open to multiple interpretations, encouraging users to tap into their intuition and deeper understanding.

In a world marked by uncertainty and rapid change, the I Ching stands as a timeless source of wisdom, offering a profound perspective on the cyclical nature of existence. Whether used for divination or personal reflection, the I Ching provides a unique lens through which individuals can navigate the complexities of life with a sense of harmony and balance. By embracing its teachings, we can learn to flow with the currents of change, gaining insights that resonate across the ages.

#today on tumblr #I Ching #Taoism #Ancient Wisdom #Divination #Hexagrams #Yin and Yang #Taoist Philosophy #Eastern Mysticism #Book of Changes #Chinese Culture #Fortune-telling #Hexagram Interpretation #Spiritual Guidance #Wisdom Traditions #Tao #Yin-Yang Balance #Philosophical Insights #Oracle Wisdom #Ancient Chinese Texts #Personal Development

[cameliascardcuts]

Colors of the New Year

As it happens, my New Year starts off rather colourfully. First off, my head is buried in a very fine church incense blend, made according to some monks’ idea of alchemy. Why they would use kitchen spices to color the frankincense from Oman red and blue is anyone’s guess, but overall, it all smells divine. The monks of yesteryear got it just right. Then, to honor people’s generosity, I take for…

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#camelia elias #divination #fortune-telling #marseille tarot

[ancientorigins]

While excavating a 2,500-year-old ancient city which has been unearthed in modern-day Puyang, archaeologists have discovered a set of 10 polished and painted bone slips in China.

Experts believe these may have been used for fortune telling or during sacrificial ceremonies, which means that this unexpected find could open a window onto customs taking place over 2,000 years ago and mystical traditions of the past!

#fortune-telling #oracle #China #Henan #bone