Introduction to

Hast
Jyotish
Ancient Eastern System of Palmistry

Ghanshyam Singh Birla

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INTRODUCTION TO HAST JYOTISH
Ancient Eastern System of Palmistry
by Ghanshyam Singh Birla 2007

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Birla, Ghanshyam Singh

Introduction to Hast Jyotish: ancient eastern system of
palmistry / Ghanshyam Singh Birla ; foreword by Dr. Vasant Lad.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-0-9732290-1-1

1. Palmistry. I. Title.

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 Dedication

I am extremely grateful to Mother Panchanguli,

the deity of the five elements,
who gave me the inspiration to begin this book,
and to Lord Ganesha who encouraged me to complete it.
Contents

Acknowledgments vi

Foreword vii

Preface ix

Chapter 1 Principles of Hast Jyotish within the Vedic Tradition 1

Chapter 2 The Historical Roots of Palmistry in World Cultures 21

Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand 31

Chapter 4 The Activity of the Hand 71

Chapter 5 Morphological Analysis 95

Chapter 6 The Fingers: Our Conscious Expression 113

Chapter 7 Nails: Armor of the Nervous System 147

Chapter 8 The Thumb: Indicator of Our Individuality 159

Chapter 9 Hand Types: Different Paths to Personal Growth 221

Conclusion 253

Glossary 255

Bibliography 261

Index 263

How to Take a Handprint 275

Chapter 3
Geography of the Hand

Figure 22. A hast jyotishi student saying his morning prayer.

According to Eastern thought, in order for the hast jyotishi to begin the day in a harmonious
manner, we can practice the following technique. Before getting out of bed, or talking with anyone,

we should gaze into our two hands and say the following mantra:

Karagray Wastay Lakshmi, Karmadiay Saraswati,

Karmulay Tu Govinday, Prabatay Kar Darshanam.
The mantra is translated as: Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity, lives in my fingers; Saraswati,

the Goddess of wisdom, lives in my palms; and God, the ultimate creative force, throbs ceaselessly in

my pulse at the root of my hands. What a blessing to begin my day by acknowledging the divine

forces working within me. Having said this mantra, find out which nostril is dominant and touch the

ground with the corresponding hand. With the same hand, touch your forehead and get out of bed

with the corresponding foot. In this way, we literally start our day on the right foot (Fig. 22).

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32 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand

This chapter introduces all the areas of the

Minor lines
hand important in the study of hast jyotish. In Conscious

the following pages, we will concentrate on the Major lines

Subconscious
three levels of awareness in the hand: the super-
Mounts
conscious, the mounts; the subconscious, the Superconscious

major lines; and the conscious, the minor lines

(Fig. 23). In addition, we will also take a look at

several other significant areas of the hand. These

will include the quadrangle, the Kalpnic path, the

three bracelets of health, wealth, and wisdom

found on the wrist, and the arc of the hand

Figure 23. The three levels of consciousnesssuperconscious,
located at the top of the palm. subconscious, and consciousare seen through the mounts,
major and minor lines, respectively.
We will also explore the various divisions of

the hand; for example, the personal and imper-

our subconsciousfunction. The minor linesour
sonal worlds, as well as the fingers, divided into
conscious mindindicate to what extent we are
the five elements of earth, water, fire, air, and
aware of our deeper subconscious and supercon-
ether. Finally, we will look at the interpretation of
scious nature. The superconscious relates to
the three gunas in the entire hand, then in the
sattwa, our soul nature, the subconscious relates
palm, and the fingers.
to rajas, our mind, and the conscious relates to

tamas, our physical nature.

THE THREE LEVELS OF

CONSCIOUSNESS SEEN IN THE
MOUNTS, THE MAJOR AND The Mounts:
MINOR LINES Our Superconscious

The three levels of consciousness
superconscious, subconscious and consciousare
seen through the mounts, major and minor lines,
respectively. The mounts reflect our supercon-
scious nature, the nature of our convictions
developed over a period of lifetimes. They
provide the ground upon which the major lines
The mounts indicate the degree to which
we are in tune with our superconscious. Within
each of us lies a soul, the individuated spark of
the universal spirit that we call God. This force is
referred to as sattwa, our superconscious. This
profound aspect of our nature, however, is not
easily apparent on a conscious level. It is through
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the course of our evolutionour transformation The palm is divided into ten areas called

and growth while in the physical bodythat we mounts (Fig. 24). Eight of these mounts relate

are ultimately able to become aware of our souls to corresponding heavenly bodies that indicate

presence. a wide range of specific attributes, both posi-

The mounts, called parwat in Hindi meaning tive and negative. The mounts are Luna (Earths

little mountains, constitute one of the most moon, a natural satellite), Venus, Mars nega-

significant areas of the hand, one that most tive (-) and Mars positive (+)forming what

intimately mirrors our soul nature. The quality of we refer to as the Mars galaxyJupiter,

the mounts and their related fingers will indicate Saturn, Sun (the star at the center of our solar

to what degree we have strived to connect with system), and Mercury. In addition, there are two

this deeper self. Ideally, when the mounts are mounts, Rahu and Ketu, known in Eastern

individually balanced and integrated with one literature as the shadow (chaya) planets. The

another, there is a channel open to spirit. When effects of Rahu and Ketu, observed and

the positive characteristics of each are activated, recorded by the ancient rishis, were found to

the mounts become like fertile ground that be significant. These mounts do not relate to

provides sustenance for the major lines that travel actual heavenly bodies, but to the points of

across them. Our soul, mind and bodyindicated intersection of the orbits of the Earth and the

by the major lines of heart, head, and lifehave Sun at the vernal and autumnal equinoxes. In

the support of our superconscious, as they have the hand, Rahu and Ketu also act as points of

roots firmly anchored in spirit. intersection between other mounts.

s Luna: Perception
f Venus: Love
g- Mars negative: Physical strength
g+ Mars positive: Mental stamina
h Jupiter: Purpose
h j a d
j Saturn: Coordination
a Sun: Magnetism g- . g+
d Mercury: Enlightenment
f s
. Rahu: Present environment
/ Ketu: Past karma /

Figure 24. The palm is divided into ten areas called mounts.
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In astrology, the planets Mercury, Venus, with one another. Each comprises a territory with

Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn are known as the a specific role to play and, when the mounts are

personal planets. These heavenly bodies, as well in harmony, the whole land feels at ease, and

as the Sun and Moon, were seen by the ancients supports the lines that travel across them. The

to have the greatest effect on human attitudes mounts are like a diary of our superconscious

and behavior because of their proximity to the convictions about life. Each mount is the focus

Earth. Although modern astrology includes the of a specific aspect of life.

outer planets of Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, and

articulates their influence, they are not included

here. And, of course, since Earth is the recipient

of the planetary influences, it is not included in

the naming of the mounts.

If we view the hand as a map of the mind,

then the hills and valleys of the mounts are its

terrain, the living soil of our superconscious

(Fig. 25). The development of the mounts will

directly affect the interpretation of the lines

that traverse them. Some mounts may be

fertile and evenly formed, others depleted, and

still others even treacherous. Some may be too

Figure 25. If we view the hand as a map of the mind,
dry, and others too humid. Some may be in a then the hills and valleys of the mounts are its terrain, the
state of transition from one condition to an- living soil of the persons superconscious.

other. Others may have stayed as they are for

eons. A line that travels across harmonious,

Luna
balanced mounts will be better nurtured than

a line that traverses negatively developed ones.
Therefore, an awareness of the underlying
mounts is essential for an accurate interpreta-
tion of the lines.
Like the continents and countries that com-
prise the planet Earth, the mounts that together
constitute the entire hand must be harmonious
The mount of Luna (Fig. 26) corresponds
to the perceptions of our five sensessmell,
taste, sight, touch, and hearingand the degree
to which we receive an accurate or distorted im-
pression of what is happening around us. The Luna
mount is thus an indicator of our ability to per-
ceive ourselves, and the world around us, in an
 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand
objective manner. It is one of the most important
mounts since our perceptions are the foundation
for our actions. The mount of Luna, therefore,
acts as a blueprint for behavior that is revealed in
the formation of subsequent mounts. Luna is the
mount we check for signs of optimism, depres-
sion, gratitude, sadness, trust or paranoia. It
relates to the mind of the senses. Luna also
relates to how we use our imagination; for
example, whether we see the glass as half full or
half empty. Thus, Luna can be seen as a doorway
for illness or healing.
The mount of Luna (Moon), or Chandra, is
the ultimate yin force within us. While the Sun
mount relates to our father aspect or masculine
principle within us, the Moon relates to our mother
aspect or feminine principle within us. Luna
relates to sensitivity, nurturance, and inspiration.
It represents the element of water. Just as the
actual Moon in the sky reflects the light of the
Luna
Figure 26. The mount of Luna corresponds to the perceptions
of our five senses.
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Sun, rather than being a source of light itself, the
Luna mount shows our ability to receive and
reflect the light of the soul force within us. Many
musicians, composers, writers, actors and inven-
tors have a strong, positive Luna.
However, we can become so caught up in
the perception of our senses that we are no longer
able to receive and reflect the light of the soul
force within us. We become restless in our search
for fulfillment, constantly striving to satisfy our
senses. We run the risk of becoming disconnected
from our inner self, and may feel sad and anxious.
In this fragmented state, our imagination may
create hallucinations without the guidance of
objective perception.
Venus
Venus is referred to as Shukra in the East,
which translates as sweet (Fig. 27). It relates to
the Goddess of Love who extends her profound
caring to all. Venus relates to our physical sense
organsnose, tongue, eyes, skin, and earsand
our bodys response to the impressions we
receive from Lunas interpretation of sensory
data. Therefore, our ability to experience the sen-
sory pleasures of life depends upon the degree
of objectivity manifested by Lunas perceptions.
A study of the mount of Venus reveals the
strength of the body to enjoy the senses and
express them fully. It indicates the extent to which
we possess a love of life and an appreciation of it
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in all its forms, including nature, music, conversa- positive that, together, form the Mars galaxy

tion, art, and entertainment. The mount of Venus (Fig. 28). The terms negative and positive relate

also reveals our degree of attachment to sensory to their respective yin and yang placement on

pleasure. Venus shows whether we seek physical the personal and impersonal worlds of the palm.

comfort solely for our own enjoyment, or for the Mars negative relates to our physical energy, while

purpose of sharing the benefits of life with others Mars positive focuses on our mental attributes.

in a more universal spirit of love. The mount of Mars galaxy reflects our physical and mental

Venus shows our potential for being cheerful, energy to act upon our ideas (Luna) by mobiliz-

lovable, kind, innocent, and full of life. However, ing our body (Venus). The Venus mount indicates

when we become preoccupied with our need for the degree to which we are gracious, loving and

security and comfort, we are self-centered and attractive; whereas the strength, courage and

inconsiderate. We may demonstrate obsessive/ endurance associated with Mars galaxy ensure

compulsive behavior such that fulfilling our own their expression. The mounts of Mars galaxy

needs blinds us to the needs of others. relate to our ability to absorb and diffuse anger

and stress. However, when we are unable to

control our response to provocationreal or

imaginedwe act inappropriately. We may shout,

cry, argue or become aggressive, making the

situation worse, sometimes to the point of chaos.

Mars Galaxy

Venus Mars negative Mars positive

Figure 27. Venus is referred to as Shukra in the East,

which translates as sweet. g- Mars Galaxy g+

Mars Galaxy

The mount of Mars, or Mangal, consists of Figure 28. The mount of Mars, or Mangal, consists of two
latitudinal poles, Mars negative and Mars positive that, together,
two latitudinal poles, Mars negative and Mars form the Mars galaxy.
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As palmists, we need to examine both the with recognition, status, and competition to get

mounts of Mars negative and positive in order ahead. In that case, we feel isolated both from

to see if they are balanced. The example of a others and from our own loving nature. We need

long-distance runner explains the synergy to guard against defining who we are by what

between the Mars negative and Mars positive we do.

mounts. He has the physical energy as well as The Jupiter mount represents the ego:

the mental stamina (i.e. endurance, willpower, how we see ourselves and our unique purpose

and discipline) to complete the run. in the world. It reflects the strength of our

intellect, and our ability to excel in our chosen

field. It is the mount of ambition. Jupiter

Jupiter energy relates to our ability to see our unique

gifts working within a larger whole. We see

Jupiter, or Brihaspati, is the first mount
ourselves as having a special role to fulfill; how-
and finger in the sattwa region of the hand
ever, we do not lose sight of the fact that, as
(Fig. 29). The ancient rishis named it Guru, which
human beings, we are all interconnected. Our
translates as dispeller of darkness. Whereas
satisfaction comes, not from being recognized
the mounts of Luna and Venus are in the tamas
by others, but from the joy of being of service
region of the hand, reflecting our physical
concerns; and Mars galaxy is in the rajas to them.

region, denoting our energy resources; the

awareness of self, associated with Jupiter, awak-
Jupiter
ens in us the need to seek the meaning of our
existence. Once this purpose is discovered and
experienced, Jupiter then reveals to what
degree we feel the desire to educate and share
this knowledge with others. In Eastern texts,
Jupiter is considered a benefic force as it
relates to the awakening of our mind to find a
purpose in life. It relates to the attributes of
generosity, benevolence, confidence, mercy,
joviality, and an expanded world view. However,
there is a danger of seeing ourselves separated
Figure 29. Jupiter, or Brihaspati, is the first mount and finger
from others as we may become preoccupied in the sattwa region of the hand.
38 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand
Saturn
Saturn or Shani, the Lord of Fire, is consid-
ered to be one of the most powerful mounts in
the hand (Fig. 30). While Jupiter indicates the
potential for expanding our consciousness,
Saturn relates to our ability to deepen it. Saturn
is the mount of transformation. Just as fire
transforms iron into steel, the awareness we gain
from the challenges and difficulties of lifes
experiences transforms pain and hardship into
wisdom and depth of character. However, if we
are unable to assimilate the pain associated with
challenging experiences that offer potential for
growth, we can become bitter, resentful, and
mean-spirited.
The benefits associated with Saturn are
gained through discipline and structure. We
learn to be introspective in order to contem-
Saturn
Figure 30. Saturn or Shani, the Lord of Fire, is considered to
be one of the most powerful mounts in the hand.
plate and discover deeper truths about the
nature of existence. While Jupiter relates to
our establishing a personalized identity, Sat-
urn is associated with the underlying reasons
behind our existence.
Although contemplation and philosophical
study are important for spiritual growth, they
should be balanced with humor and humility.
Otherwise, our personal search for meaning may
isolate us from others.
Sun
The mount and finger of Sun are related
to the heart and, according to hast jyotish,
represent atma, the soul (Fig. 31). While the
mount of Luna (Moon) denotes the mother
aspect within us, the mount and finger of Sun
Sun
Figure 31. Sun is related to the heart and, according to hast
jyotish, represents atma, the soul.
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relates to the father aspect. The Sun is asso- Mercury

ciated with God the Father, the Creator of
whom our soul is a part. To the extent that
Sun energy is positively developed in the hand,
we are able to connect with our soul attributes.
We have allowed Saturn energy to transform
pain and hardship into understanding and com-
passion. As we become free from attachments
and expectations that potentially could inter-
rupt the flow of our Sun energy, we are able
to express unlimited joy, and to manifest quali-
ties of brilliance, creativity, and unconditional
love.
According to Western mythology, the
Sun is Apollo, the God of light. In Sanskrit,
According to Greek mythology, Mercury or
Hermes is the messenger of the gods (Fig. 32).
Similarly, in hast jyotish, the mount and finger of
Mercury relate to our ability to communicate. In
Sanskrit, Mercury is referred to as Buddha, which
suggests enlightened consciousness. In Hindu
philosophy, the path of Buddha is not ordinarily
accessible to most human beings because of our
attachments and entanglements with material
objects and sensory pleasures. The mount of
Mercury reflects one of our greatest challenges
that of transcending our preoccupation with the
external world.

the Sun is referred to as Surya that which

shines forth with unceasing rays of light.

Mercury
The mount of Sun in the hand is the mani-

festation of solar brilliance. In its positive

form, it is dynamically charged with soul

energy and knows no limits. It helps stimu-

late our initiative and restores vitality. A

positive Sun mount and finger suggests that

we can be a great source of light and inspi-

ration for anyone who comes within our mag-

netic range. Just as the physical Sun is an

Figure 32. According to Western mythology, Mercury or
immense and powerfully radiating body of
Hermes is the messenger of the gods.
heat and light, in astrology and palmistry its

force is associated with strength and mag- The mount of Luna reveals our perception
netism. It is further associated with the of how our life should unfold. It acts as a blue-
qualities of courage, conviction, and self- print for subsequent behavior. The mount of Ve-

reliance. nus, which represents our physical body, indicates

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the manifestation of the ideas seen in Luna. The
mount of Mars is associated with action, the
mobilizing force that acts upon the perceptions
and plans of Luna and Venus. The mount of Jupi-
ter reveals how our energy is guided towards a
purpose. The mount of Saturn shows the degree
of discipline and depth of character that we have
developed in order to bring structure to our pur-
pose. The mount of Sun reveals the degree of
success that comes from devotion to our chosen
purpose. However, there is a danger that we can
become overly attached to the name and fame
we have attracted. Finally, the mount of Mercury,
the last mount in the sattwa realm, reveals our
ability to express ourselves like the Buddha, in an
enlightened manner that demonstrates detach-
ment from the fruits of our actions.
Rahu and Ketu
In Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu are re-
ferred to as chaya graha, the shadow planets
(Fig. 33). In Western astrology, they are called
the North and South nodes respectively. They are
not actual physical bodies but refer to the points
of intersection where the Moons path crosses
the eclipticwhere the Moon is in alignment with
the Sun and the Earth. Yet, like the celestial
bodies, they exert a distinct influence over us.
The mount of Ketu reflects our past. It is
the balance sheet or record of all our previous
actions. The mount of Rahu reflects our present.
Here we have to confront the results of all our
past actions in the form of present circum-
stances.
The mount of Rahu is located in the center
of the palm and is defined by the bordering
mounts of Luna, Venus, Mars positive and
negative, Jupiter, Saturn, Sun, and Mercury.
Located in the rajas area of the palm, Rahu serves
as a bridge to connect Ketu, in the tamas region,
with Saturn, in the sattwa realm. Taken together,
Rahu and Ketu show how well we are dealing with
issues in our immediate environment that have
resulted from our past thoughts, attitudes, and
behavior, and to what degree these issues will be
carried forward into the future.
The formation of Rahu determines the
degree to which it is balancedwhether it is even
with, slightly lower than, or sunkenrelative to
the surrounding mounts. The shape of the mount
Rahu
.
Ketu
/
Figure 33. In Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu are referred
to as chaya graha, the shadow planets.
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of Ketu is defined by the wrist and the base of
the palm where it intersects the mounts of Luna
and Venus. The formation of Ketu, indicated
largely by the width of the wrist, determines its
degree of development.
In summary, the major and minor lines
should be seen in reference to the underlying
mounts upon which they travel. The mounts
reveal our level of soul awareness. Mounts that
have a positive formation, in harmony with the
other mounts, indicate a feeling of peace. Our
superconscious then becomes a rich, rewarding
reservoir upon which both our major and minor
lines can draw.
The Major Lines:
Our Subconscious Expression
The three major lines, consisting of the lines
of heart, head, and life, relate to our rajas, or
subconscious, level of awareness (Fig. 34). These
lines are superimposed upon the mounts. They
indicate how we love, think, and live. Ideally, when
these lines are balanced individually and collec-
tively, our feeling, thinking, and manner of living
are harmonized. We are confident and self-
assured.
The three principal lines in the hand form a
trinity of energy forces: the hradaya rekha (heart
line), mustishk rekha (head line), and jeevan
rekha (life line). The heart line resides in the up-
permost or sattwa area of the hand and reflects
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how we love; the head line resides in the center
or rajas area and shows how we think; and the
life line resides in the lowermost or tamas area
and reflects how we live. As explained in the light
bulb analogy in Chapter One, page 8, when the
lines of heart, head, and life are equal in strength,
they create a synergy of light, energy, and mat-
ter operating in our subconscious awareness. In
magnetic terms, the head line acts as the neutral
force both binding and separating the heart line,
with its positive charge, and the life line, with its
negative charge. When these three lines (mind,
heart, and body) are working in harmony, the
energy forces within us are unified. Our subcon-
scious then becomes a rich, rewarding reservoir
upon which our minor lines can draw.
The three major lines should be equally long,
deep, and strong. They should be rounded in shape
without interference lines, islands, or blockages.
Heart
Head
Life
Figure 34. The three major lines, consisting of the lines of
heart, head, and life, relate to our rajas, or subconscious, level
of awareness.
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The Heart Line:
Indicator of Love
The heart line indicates the depth of our
ability to love unconditionally (Fig. 35). Located
in the sattwa area of the palm, it is closely
related to the soul, reflecting our capacity for
cultivating the qualities of generosity and
forgiveness. Chronological life events also regis-
ter on this major linemost particularly events
relating to interpersonal relationships and emo-
tional complications. The heart line also provides
information concerning the physical condition of
the heart organ.
Heart line
Figure 35. The heart line indicates the depth of our ability to
love unconditionally.
The Head Line:
Mirror of Mind Power
The head line relates to our intellectual
natureour degree of intelligence and mental
refinement (Fig. 36). It reflects the mind of the
senses. As the neutral aspect of the trinity in the
rajas area of the palm, the head line indicates the
degree to which we are able to perceive objec-
tively. Consequently, it shows our potential for
such spiritual qualities as concentration, peace,
and intuition. Chronological life events also regis-
ter on the head line, particularly those affecting
our mental health and psychological outlook. The
head line also yields information about the actual
organic condition of our brain.
Head line
Figure 36. The head line relates to our intellectual nature
our degree of intelligence and mental refinement.
The Life Line:
Reflection of Health
The life line yields valuable information about
our physical wellbeing (Fig. 37). As the negative
aspect of the trinity in the tamas area of the palm,
the formation of the life line indicates the state
of our health, our degree of stamina, and the con-
dition of our nervous system. Ideally, it reflects a
stable foundation that provides physical support
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for our thinking and loving. It reveals the extent
of our enthusiasm for life, and our willingness to
undertake challenges. The life line shows our ability
to channel our life force effectively. It indicates
whether we conserve or squander our energies.
We can either be responsive to the energies that
surround us and go with the flow, or we can
resist them, becoming tense, tired and unhappy.
Chronological life events also register on the life
line, particularly those affecting our physical health
and manner of living.
Life line
Figure 37. The life line yields valuable information about
our physical well being.
Balance in the Major Lines
The three major lines give a clear under-
standing of how well we use and coordinate our
body, mind and soul energies. Ideally, all three
major lines are equal in strength. Often, however,
one of these lines will be stronger than the rest,
indicating the focus of our attention. In order to
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find harmony, we need to develop the qualities
related to the other two lines.
Stephen: Balance in the Three Major Lines
Stephens heart, head, and life lines are equal
in strength (Fig. 38). He is a healer renowned for
helping people. Stephens returning clients
testify to his kind, loving nature; he is full of
vitality and always ready to be of support.
Stephen
Heart
line
Head
line
Life
line
Figure 38. Stephens heart, head, and life lines are equally strong.
Laura: Heart Line Predominant
Lauras heart line is predominant, with inter-
ference lines on a broken head line and the life line
short and fragile (Fig. 39-A). Laura has a strong
desire to share her love. However, her weak head
line suggests that she does not have discrimina-
tive intelligence and, consequently, she may
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Interference
Laura on the Heart line Heart line
head line

Head
line

Break on
Life the head
line line
Life
line

A) Before B) After

Figure 39. In Lauras before handprint, the heart line is predominant, with interference lines on a broken head line, and the life line
is short and fragile. In Lauras after print, the three major lines of heart, head, and life are more balanced.

attract the wrong people to love. These choices skipping several grades in school. At a young age,
can affect her enthusiasm for life, as indicated by she received her doctorate for a brilliant philo-
her underdeveloped life line. In Lauras after print, sophical treatise. Excelling intellectually was
the three major lines of heart, head and life are Denises sole ambition. Although she has become
more balanced (Fig. 39-B). Over time, she has
Denise
learned how to redirect her passion. She devel-
oped an interest in study and research, and even-
tually became a writer. Now that she feels more
stable, she is no longer susceptible to people tak-
ing advantage of her vulnerable heart. She attracts
better friends and has renewed interest in living a
long, healthy, happy life. The longer life line in her
second handprint reflects these changes.

Head
line
Denise: Head Line Predominant

Denises head line is stronger than her heart

Figure 40. Denises head line is stronger than her heart and life
and life lines (Fig. 40). Denise was a child prodigy, lines.
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a successful teacher, she longs for more energy country with their children. The predominant life

to pursue a relationship. Denise should partici- line in Marys hand reflects her preoccupation with

pate in a recreational activity involving other great physical activity. Mary needs to use the

people that will help her develop good relation- opportunity provided by her husbands release

ships. In this way, she will strengthen her heart from prison as a second chance in life. She needs

line. Denise also needs to take up yoga or engage to channel her energies into providing a stable

in sports to strengthen her life line. These changes and nurturing environment for her children, and

will be reflected, over time, in a greater balance making decisions for herself that have long term

among her heart, head, and life lines. benefits. Learning to make more appropriate
choices will strengthen Marys heart and head

lines, bringing them into balance.

Mary: Life Line Predominant

Marys life line is the strongest of her three

major lines (Fig. 41). Mary is a human dynamo

Our Conscious Self:
The Minor Lines
who leads an action-filled, but somewhat danger-

ous, life. After her husband was imprisoned for The minor lines relate to our tamas or con-

selling drugs, she was left to take care of their scious level of awareness (Fig. 42). The Saturn

family. When her husband was finally freed, they line, Sun line, Mercury line, and the girdle of Venus

each bought a motorcycle and began touring the are the most commonly found minor lines. Some

Minor Lines

Mary 1. Saturn line

2. Sun line
3. Mercury line
4. Girdle of Venus
4

2
3
1

Life line
Figure 42. The minor lines relate to our tamas or conscious level
Figure 41. Marys life line is the strongest of her three major lines. of awareness.
46 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand

of these lines may not be present on the hand; reflecting where we direct our love, thoughts, and

however, where they are found, these important energy respectively. The point in our hand where

minor lines reflect the blossoming of attributes the Saturn line begins indicates that we have be-

connected with the area. come conscious of assuming responsibility for con-

Once we are aware of the relevance of these necting with our purpose or life path. Therefore,

lines, we can develop them. Changes in the minor this line often indicates our career potentials.

lines can often be observed in as few as three

months.
Sun Line

The Sun line (surya rekha) is a vertical line

Saturn Line
that, ideally, originates from the base of the palm,

The Saturn line (shani rekha), sometimes the life line or the Saturn line (Fig. 44). It contin-

referred to as the line of karma or destiny, ues upward past the head and heart lines, and

reflects the course of our life from birth to death terminates on or near the mount of Sun. It can

(Fig. 43). The Saturn line is a vertical one that also originate from the head or heart lines. Just

originates from the base of the palm, continues as the Saturn line suggests structure, focus, and

upward past the head and heart lines, and termi- endurance, the Sun line indicates the degree of

nates on or near the mount of Saturn. It is a tran- success and fulfillment we enjoy as a result of

scending line that reflects how we structure and our belief, dedication, and passion for what we

discipline ourselves. It gives focus and expression are doing. We have engaged our hearts and,
to the three major lines of heart, head, and life consequently, an aura of magnetism is created

Figure 43. The Saturn line reflects the course of our life Figure 44. The Sun line is a vertical line that, ideally, originates
from birth to death. from the base of the palm, the life line or the Saturn line.
 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand 47

around us, attracting the appropriate circum- the ability to communicate effortlessly. The

stances and associates into our lives. Mercury line is sometimes referred to as the

l i n e o f h e a l t h . D e p e n d i n g on w h e r e t h e

Mercury line is brokenfor example at the

Mercury Line heart, head, or Saturn lineemotional, mental

The Mercury line (budha rekha) ideally or work-related problems could be impeding our

originates from the life line and travels diago- self-expression.

nally past the lines of head and heart to termi-

nate on the mount of Mercury (Fig. 45). It

Girdle of Venus
relates to the god Mercury, or Hermesthe

winged messenger of the gods. It is a line of The girdle of Venus (shukra rekha) ideally

transcendence, creating a channel between the forms a gentle arc in the sattwa area of the palm,

life line located in the tamas world and the creating a channel that links the four sattwa

Mercury mount in the sattwa world. It reveals mounts (Fig. 46). It indicates our capacity for

our ability to convey concepts and ideas to creative expression, and is often found in the

the world, unimpeded by physical (life line), hands of artists. Eastern texts consider the girdle

mental (head line), or emotional (heart line) of Venus auspicious. Shaped like the crescent

concerns. Because we are focused and moon, it symbolizes the beginning of a lunar cycle

absorbed in what we are doing, we rise above with its promise of becoming full. The girdle of

any constraints of time and space. The Venus is said to reflect a permanent smile that

Mercury line denotes intuition, spontaneity, and we have in our hearts, showing that we can serve

Figure 45. The Mercury line ideally originates from the life line Figure 46. The girdle of Venus ideally forms a gentle arc in
and travels diagonally past the lines of head and heart to the sattwa area of the palm, creating a channel that links the
terminate on the mount of Mercury. four sattwa mounts.
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as an inspiration to others through the beauty tique of others without becoming defensive.

we exemplify in our lives. We may express We are willing to recognize their views as posi-

ourselves through the established arts, such as tive observations. We are able to perceive a

dancing, photography and poetry, or simply reality beyond the physical senses. For this

through the ultimate creative expression reason, the truth line is often referred to as

devotional love. Examples of this devotion are the love of God line.

Mother Teresa, who selflessly took care of the

sick, and Saint Francis, upon whose shoulders

even the birds felt free to rest. A broken girdle Ring of Solomon
of Venus indicates that we are overly sensitive
The ring of Solomon ideally forms a gentle
and need to find an outlet to channel our
arc around the mount of Jupiter (Fig. 48). It is
feelings.
named after the Old Testament king, Solomon,

who was known for his unerring ability to

understand human character and offer wise

Love of Truth Line council. In Sanskrit this line is called guru diksha

The love of truth line (satya rekha) is a rekha, diksha referring to initiation by a guru

vertical line located on the mount of Saturn or teacher who brings insight. Those with this

(Fig. 47). This line reflects our ability to per- sign are philanthropic and often found in the

ceive the truth without becoming judgmental, helping professions. We are drawn to people

and to recognize injustice without becoming with the ring of Solomon, as they have the

bitter. In our openness, we welcome the cri- potential to help us solve our problems.

Ring of Solomon
Love of
truth line Mount of
Saturn

Mount of
Jupiter

Figure 47. The love of truth line is a vertical line located on the Figure 48. The ring of Solomon ideally forms a gentle arc
mount of Saturn. around the mount of Jupiter.
 Chapter 3 Geography of the Hand 49

Mars Assistant Line Interference Lines

The Mars assistant line (mangal sahayak Interference lines (avarodh rekha) can be

rekha) ideally runs parallel to the life line, found crossing any of the mounts, as well as the

connecting the mounts of Mars negative and major and minor lines (Fig. 50). They are some-

Venus (Fig. 49). It reflects that we are able times referred to as blessings in disguise. They

to unite the two aspects of our natureour represent challenges that can either discourage

masculine (Mars) and feminine (Venus) selves. us or make us stronger. Often they are found

Consequently, our personal energy expresses originating from Mars negative, reflecting that our

as both a strong and loving nature. Our mag- conflict is stemming from early family-related

netism then attracts positive support from issues. The strength of these lines (depth and

others. The Mars assistant line is a sign of length) suggests the severity of the obstacles.

excellent stamina, helping us to meet lifes Many successful individuals have turned these

challenges. When the line is straight, rather obstacles into opportunities.

than parallel to the life line, it indicates that

Interference
we may spend our life resisting the support
line crossing
Interference
that is offered to us. A Mars assistant line the heart line
line crossing
the head line
that is attached to the life line indicates that

the support we attract may end up draining

our energy.
g-

Figure 50. Examples of an interference line crossing the

heart line and an interference line originating from Mars
negative (g-), crossing the head line.

Mount of
Mars negative
Mars
assistant Union Line
line
Ideally, one or two union lines (vivaha
Life line
rekha) are found horizontally placed on the per-
cussion of the mount of Mercury (Fig. 51). They
Mount of reflect deeply committed loving relationships.
Venus
The number of union lines and their formation

show our attitude towards initiating, develop-

Figure 49. The Mars assistant line ideally runs parallel to the
life line, connecting the mounts of Mars negative and Venus. ing, and sustaining a partnership.
Index

A
Active, ix, 6-7, 9, 71, 95, 110, 119, 127, 129, 171, 195
Aestheticism (see also Rectangular Hand (Conic)), 99-101, 150, 213, 222, 233, 235-238
Aggressiveness, 36, 100, 106, 118, 152, 188, 237
Agni, 107-108, 155
Ahamkara (see also Ego), 163
Air, 32, 62-65, 137, 142, 148, 155, 170, 179, 218, 224, 230-231, 247-248
Akash, 22, 250
Alcohol, 154, 225
Altruism, 17, 161, 171, 173-174
Ambidextrous, 76, 82-84
Ambition, 4, 37, 44, 107, 140, 160, 172, 228-229, 230
Anahata (see also Dorsal (Fourth) Chakra), 249
Ananda, 3-5, 10
Anemia, 105, 153, 158
Anger, 15-16, 28, 36-37, 43, 61, 106, 108, 127, 141, 150, 188, 192-193, 195, 196, 234, 240
Angle, 74, 76, 81, 110, 166, 190, 204-208, 226-227
Angushth (see also Thumb), 159, 218
Angushth Madhya Rekha, 218
Anxiety, 29, 35, 103-104, 106-107, 145, 150, 153-154, 242, 245, 247, 248
Aquarius, 60
Arc, 32, 47-48, 57-60, 222, 229, 231-232, 247, 250-252
Aries, 60-61
Arogya Rekha (see also Healing Stigmata), 50
Arteries, 105, 204
Arthritis, 28, 126, 140
Ascetic (see also Rectangular Hand (Philosophic)), 222, 235-238
Assertiveness, 7, 100
Asthi Dhatu (see also Bone), 155
Astral Hand, 64-65
Astral, 16, 23, 64-65, 76, 87, 89, 242
Astrological chart, 19, 60, 84
Astrology, ix, 1, 19, 22, 24, 28, 34, 39-40, 84
Astronomy, ix, 1, 22, 23
Asymmetrical Hand (see also Elemental Hand), 222-226, 228
Atma (see also Atmabala, Soul, Soul Force), 38, 53-54
Atmabala (see also Atma, Soul, Soul Force), 167
Atoms, 2, 9-11, 65, 167
Attraction, 5, 10, 15-16, 36, 40, 44, 46, 49, 51, 74, 84-87, 89-90, 99-102, 121-123, 165, 169, 183, 194, 198, 206, 209,
211-212, 229, 234, 239, 243

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Atwater, P.M.H., 93
Aum, 4-5, 22
Avarodh Rekha (see also Interference Lines), 49
Awachetan (see also Major Lines), 51-53
Awareness, 4, 9, 16, 19, 29, 32-34, 37-38, 41, 45-46, 51-
53, 63, 72-73, 79, 82, 84-87, 89, 92-93, 99-100, 104,
111, 123-124, 136, 144, 162-165, 174, 179, 181, 187,
192, 194, 196, 199, 206-208, 213, 217, 229
Ayurveda, viii, 23, 29, 62, 105, 107-108, 155
B
Bacteria, 107, 156-157
Balance, 2-6, 9-12, 15, 43, 45, 51-52, 54, 56-57, 60-61,
66, 74, 91, 92, 95-98, 100, 107, 108-110, 112, 114-
115, 117-118, 120-121, 123, 125, 141, 142, 148,
154-155, 163-164, 166, 169, 171, 173, 178, 181,
185, 189, 197, 198, 201, 218, 221, 226-227, 233,
243-245
Balanced Tip, Thumb, 189
Basal Joint (see also Carpometacarpal Joint), 160-161
Beaus Lines, 154
Benevolence, 37, 240, 241
Bhagavad Gita, ix, 3, 53, 64, 162
Bile, 107
Bilious, 107
Bindu, 4
Birth, 46, 61, 90-91, 180, 220, 228
Bliss, 3-4, 10, 64-65, 170
Bliss-Ether (see also Chakras), 64-65
Blockage, 41, 78, 107, 111, 144, 175, 215, 245
Blood, 103, 105-108, 147-148, 158, 204-205, 207
Blood Flow, 103, 105-108, 147, 204-205, 207
Blood Pressure, 29, 103,
Blood Vessels, 147, 158, 204-205
Blue, 108-109, 158, 242
Body, ix, 2-5, 8-10, 12, 15-16, 22-24, 27-28, 33, 35-36, 39,
41, 43, 52-53, 62-65, 69, 90, 97-99, 103, 105-108,
124, 126-127, 131, 135-136, 139-140, 163-165, 168-
170, 173, 218, 219, 223, 227, 228, 242, 246, 248
Bone Marrow, 103
Bone, 103, 155, 160-162, 168, 242
Bracelets (Three), 32, 62
Brahma, 3, 5, 11, 162-164, 170
Brahma Sutras, ix
Brain, 14, 28, 42, 68, 70-74, 76-77, 80, 90, 93, 103, 105,
126-127, 129-132, 145, 147-148, 195, 205, 216
Breath, 15-17, 56, 92-94, 96, 98, 101, 105-108, 127, 149,
151, 153, 156, 163, 179, 200, 206-207
Breathing, Heavy, 96
Breathing, Shallow, 16, 96, 99, 208
Index
Bridges (see also Pul, Sankalp Pul, Tark Pul), 40, 61-62,
67-68, 128, 139-140, 166, 208-212, 217, 234
Brihaspati (see also Jupiter), 37
Brother Lawrence, 216
Buddha (see also Mercury), 39-40
Buddha Rekha (see also Mercury Line), 47
Buddhi (see also Discriminative Intelligence), 3-4, 12, 62,
65, 91, 129, 162-164, 168, 215
Bump, On Fingernail, 152, 158
Bump, On Logic Joint, 203-204
C
Calcium, 155, 156
Cancer, 60-61
Capricorn, 60, 171
Carpometacarpal Joint (see also Basal Joint), 160-161
Cathars, 26
Catholicism, 25-27
Causal Hand, 64-65
Caves (as Sign of Wisdom or Obstruction), 50
Caves (Cavern), 21
Cells, 2, 28, 90, 93, 103, 105-106, 157-158
Cervical (Fifth) Chakra (see also Chakras), 64-65, 250
Chakra (fingertip), 143-144, 212-213, 214-215
Chakra (energy center), 15, 17, 53-54, 63, 64-65, 74,
143-144, 170, 179, 180, 200, 203, 212-214, 225,
227, 229-234, 249-250
Chandas, 22-23
Chandra (see also Luna, Mount of), 35
Chang, Dr. Louise, 158
Chaos, 36, 119, 163, 174, 196, 248
Character, 12, 14-15, 18, 21, 24, 28, 38, 40, 48, 51, 73-74,
85, 116, 125, 159, 165-166, 192, 218, 219, 224, 242
Chaya Graha (see also Shadow Planets), 33, 40
Chetan (see also Minor Lines), 51-53
Chi, 108
Children Lines, 50
Chit, 3-5, 10
Christianity, 24-27
Circulation, 104-109, 127, 133, 151-153, 156-157, 208,
219, 225, 235
Clairaudience (see also Sruti), 22, 244
Clairvoyance, 244
Clubbed Tip, Thumb, 189, 192-193, 213
Coccygeal (First) Chakra (see also Chakras, Mooladhara),
64-65, 170, 203, 224, 226
Coccyx, 65
Cognitive (see also Square Hand and Realist), 222, 226
Cold (see also Ida), 6-7, 9-11, 15, 54, 56, 93, 95-96, 104,
107-108, 112, 124, 154, 245
 Index
Color, 15, 95-96, 105-109, 110, 112, 158, 239, 242
Communication, 17, 22, 39, 47, 113, 122, 139-140, 249
Compassion, 17, 39, 54, 56, 70, 80, 131, 161, 168, 173,
201, 214, 230, 234, 237, 240
Concentration, 8, 42, 53, 55, 79, 83, 184, 200, 237, 240,
242, 245, 247
Conch (see also Shankh), 214
Confidence, 37, 41, 77, 101-102, 124, 142, 145-146, 149,
151, 173, 179-180, 198-199, 206, 212, 248
Confinement, 76, 150, 207-208, 225, 237
Conic Hand, 222, 235-238
Conic Tip, Thumb, 189, 191-192
Connoisseur, 213, 229
Conscious, ix, 29, 32, 45-46, 51, 53, 59, 66
Consciousness, vii, 2-4, 32, 38-39, 52, 59, 66, 75, 80, 87,
89-90, 93, 95, 103, 111, 113, 128-129, 131, 153, 163,
165, 168, 182, 194, 215, 222, 226-227, 230, 234, 237,
241-242, 246-247, 250
Consistency, 95, 96, 109-112, 190, 198-199, 217, 223,
235, 240, 241, 242, 244, 246
Consistency, Firm, 109, 110-111, 223, 240-241
Consistency, Resilient, 109-110, 111, 190, 234, 240
Conviction, 32, 34, 39, 58, 62, 183, 197, 201, 203, 212,
217-218
Courage, 7, 36, 39, 49, 212-213, 237
Creation, 2-5, 9, 11, 161, 163, 170, 218
Creator, the, 3, 5, 10, 39, 161, 163
Crooked Fingers, 75, 125-126, 240
Crosses, 50, 54, 236
Cuticles, 148, 149, 150, 151, 154, 157
Cycles, 12, 47, 60, 90, 124, 163, 167, 221, 226, 229, 230,
243, 249-250
D Ectoderm, 103
Dark, 4, 6-7, 12, 26, 95
Death, 16, 19, 46, 60, 90, 93, 221
Decisiveness, 82, 212, 237
Deep Palmar Arch, 204, 206-207
Defensiveness, 18-19, 48, 118, 129, 132, 141, 145, 152,
182, 192, 196
Delusion (see also Maya, Illusion), 89, 163
Depression, 35, 105, 116, 129, 154, 188
Dermatoglyphics, 29, 212
Dermatology, 158
Dermis, 103
Destiny, ix, x, 14, 46, 91, 174, 212
Determination (see also Sankalp Pul), 61, 74, 86, 110, 167,
181-182, 188-189, 199-200, 208, 209, 210, 214, 216
Dharma, 23, 162, 167
Digestion, 103, 107-108, 127, 234
265
Discipline, 18, 37-38, 40, 46, 61, 79, 118, 132, 133, 135,
139-140, 167, 183, 190, 192, 238, 240, 247-248, 250
Discriminative Intelligence (see also Buddhi), 3, 43, 62,
65, 91, 129, 164, 168, 196
Dissolution, 3, 161, 163
Distal Interphalangeal Joint (see also Sattwa Joint), 133-
134
Divine, ix, 5, 9, 12, 17-18, 22, 26, 31, 53, 64, 89-90, 161,
165, 215, 225, 242, 246
Divine Love, 161
Dominant Hand, ix, 72-73, 74-76, 78-80, 83-88, 91-92, 94,
114, 218-219
Donovan, Priscilla, 80, 93
Dorsal (Fourth) Chakra (see also Chakras), 64-65, 249
Dosha, (see also Tridoshas), viii, 153, 155, 222
Dossey, Larry, 28
Dreams, 16, 23, 54, 75, 101, 144, 173, 189-191, 209, 213,
228, 235, 237-238, 242-244
Duality, 4-8, 10-12, 71, 90, 91, 95-96, 163, 170
Durer, Albrecht, 221
Dynamic, 6, 28, 39, 45, 72, 74, 76, 78-80, 83, 85-87, 98-
100, 110, 112, 118, 121-123, 171, 175, 188-189, 216,
230, 246
E
Ears (see also Nirukta), 22-23, 35
Earth, 2, 8, 27, 32-34, 40, 56, 62-65, 98, 135, 142, 148,
155, 168-170, 179-181, 200, 202, 207, 212-213, 218,
224, 227, 229, 231, 242, 244
East, ix, x, 1, 3, 9, 15-17, 27-28, 31, 33, 35-37, 47, 56, 62,
80, 85, 89, 91-92, 161, 163-164, 203, 209, 213, 218,
234
Ecliptic, 40
Ego (see also Ahamkara), 37, 57, 67, 90, 163, 168, 230-
231, 240
Elemental Hand (see also Asymmetrical Hand), 222-226,
227-229, 232, 235, 237, 251, 253
Elephant Consciousness, 149
Emotion, 15, 27-28, 42, 47, 51-52, 55, 63, 71, 73-74, 84,
89-90, 98, 100-101, 106, 108, 117, 127-129, 135, 140,
153-155, 167, 184, 187, 191-192, 197, 202, 209, 211,
215, 225-226, 229-230, 236, 243-246, 248, 252
Empathy, 18, 54, 80, 106, 112, 185, 214, 223, 228
Endoderm, 103
Endurance, 36-37, 46, 70, 117, 120, 128, 131-132, 137,
139, 150, 155, 180-181, 207, 237-238
Energy, 2, 6-11, 15, 17, 28, 36-37, 39-41, 45-46, 49, 51,
56, 65-67, 71-72, 80, 90, 93, 95-96, 100, 102-109,
112, 116-125, 130-131, 133, 139, 143-144, 146, 150,
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160-161, 165, 167, 170, 173-174, 177, 179, 182-184, Fingernails, Flared, 149, 150-151, 152
189, 191-192, 195-196, 198-200, 204-205, 210-216, Fingernails, Flat, 151, 152-153
222, 224-225, 227-228, 230-231, 233-234, 237-238, Fingernails, Long and Narrow, 149-150
241, 246-248, 250 Fingernails, Moons, 148, 151, 156-157, 166, 219, 235,
Enlightenment, 17, 27, 33, 39-40, 128, 234, 247, 250 246
Enthusiasm, 43-44, 60, 104, 108, 128, 149, 151, 152, 170, Fingernails, Short, 149, 151-152
173, 175, 185, 189-191, 206, 217, 219, 226, 246, Fingernails, Spoon, 153
248-249 Fingernails, Spots, 148, 155, 156, 166, 247
Epidermis, 103 Fingertips, 29, 97, 131, 143-144, 147, 151, 238, 242, 244,
Eponychium (see also Cuticles), 157 253
Equality, 27-28, 41, 43, 51-52, 54-57, 72, 74-75, 114, 129- Fire, 32, 38, 62-65, 106-108, 112, 135, 142, 148, 152, 155,
130, 142, 166, 172-173, 175, 182-183, 185, 201, 207, 170, 179, 218, 224, 230-231, 234, 239, 249
226, 228, 233-235 Five Senses, the, 3-4, 16, 34-35, 42, 48, 54, 62-65, 127,
Equilibrium, 9, 10, 12, 17, 54, 56-57, 131, 163, 205 162, 164, 168-170, 207, 213, 218, 223-224, 229, 234,
Equinox, 33, 60 242, 243, 249-250
Ether, 22, 32, 62, 63-65, 135, 142, 148, 170, 179, 218, Flaccid, 109, 112
224, 230, 247, 250 Flags, 50
Etheric Body, the, 28 Flexibility, 59, 80, 109-110, 140, 150, 152, 154, 191, 197,
Evenly Spaced Fingers, 74, 141, 142 198, 199, 235, 238
Evolution, 16, 33, 72, 76, 80, 83, 93, 99, 161, 221, 222, Forehead, 31, 92
227, 229, 231, 232, 242, 246, 249, 250 Foresight, 121, 128, 132, 139, 149, 174, 187
Excess, 12, 95-96, 99-100, 104, 107, 124, 144, 154, 177 Forked Head Line, 236, 238
Exercise, 92-93, 95, 101, 106-108, 112, 120, 151, 170, 193, Fox, Dr. Joshua, 158
199, 242, 245 Fragility, 43-44, 83, 151, 155, 207, 245
Exhalation, 15, 92-93, 96 Frustration, 51-52, 105, 108, 145, 152, 154, 169, 173, 184,
Existence, ix, x, 3-5, 7, 9-10, 37-38, 52, 56, 69, 89-90, 195, 188, 192-193, 199, 206, 216, 245, 247
210, 228, 230-231, 238-239 Fungi, 157
Explorer, 22, 32, 176, 178, 222, 227, 247, 248, 250
Exteriorization, 119 G
Extroverted, 56, 141-142 Gemini, 60
Eyes, 8, 16, 22-23, 35, 76, 83, 158, 230 Generosity, 7, 37, 42, 54, 68-69, 96, 128, 152, 174, 190,
197-199, 203, 253
F Gerber, Dr. Richer, 28
Face (see also Vyakaran), 22-24 Giving, 4, 6-7, 26, 95, 96, 108, 112, 197, 198
Fast, 7, 106, 115, 120-121, 137-138, 177, 192, 247 Glands, 103, 155, 205
Father, 27, 35, 39, 78, 243 God, 3-5, 9-10, 15, 17, 24-25, 31-32, 35, 39, 47-48, 51,
Fear, 4, 15, 101, 103-104, 107, 124, 127, 153, 176, 199, 62, 90, 162, 169-170, 179, 195, 248, 250
206-208, 225, 230 Gratitude, 35
Feet (see also Chandas), 22-24, 103 Gravity, 2, 10, 124, 144, 150, 164, 181, 203, 215, 226
Female, 6, 9, 12, 26-27, 50, 54, 95, 170, 230 Grills, 50, 240
Feminine, 4, 10-11, 35, 49, 56, 71, 170 Guna (virtue), 118
Fight/Flight, 103, 117-118, 127, 205 Guna (energies), 2-5, 10, 12, 32, 65-67, 126, 127, 162, 167
Finger Placement, 75, 141-143 Guru, 37, 48
Fingernails (see also Thumbnail), x, 103, 147-158, 228, Guru Diksha Rekha, 48
235, 242, 246-247 Gyana, 118
Fingernails, Beak-Like, 153
Fingernails, Bitten (see also Onychophagy), 148, 151, 155- H
156 Habit, 13-15, 51, 72-74, 80, 84-85, 90-91, 108, 119-121,
Fingernails, Brittle, 155, 158 125, 131, 141, 154-155, 164, 166, 170, 188, 192, 207-
Fingernails, Broad, 149-150, 218-219, 228, 246 208, 245
 Index
Hand Color, Mottled, 107
Hand Color, Pink, 105-106, 107, 110, 235, 246
Hand Color, White, 105, 106-107, 112, 242
Hand Color, Yellow, 107-108
Hand Consistency, Firm, 109, 110-111, 223, 240, 241
Hand Consistency, Soft, 109, 112, 188, 198, 235, 242, 245,
248
Handprints, 13-14, 17-18, 21, 44, 59, 61, 77, 85, 88, 109,
141-142, 145-146, 172, 186, 204, 211
Hardness, 109-110, 155, 157, 239, 247
Harmony, 2-4, 6-7, 9-10, 12, 17, 31, 34, 41, 43, 51, 53, 61,
65, 72, 78-80, 84, 93, 95-97, 107, 109, 117, 124, 127,
130, 135, 142, 163, 165, 174, 179, 184, 195, 208,
219, 226, 227-228, 231-232, 236, 246
Hast Jyotish, vi, viii, ix, x, 18, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 31-32, 38-
39, 51, 53, 57, 62, 72-74, 76, 80, 85-87, 89-93, 95-
96, 99, 105, 109, 113, 116, 159, 161, 167, 183, 209,
212, 216, 218, 222, 230, 234, 242, 247, 253
Hast Jyotish, Definition, vii, ix, 22, 28
Hast Jyotish, History, ix, 17, 22-23, 28
Hast Jyotishi, vii, 17-19, 24, 29, 31
Hay, Louise, 108
Head Line, 6, 11, 14, 41, 42, 43-44, 47, 49, 51-52, 54-55,
76-77, 81-83, 85-89, 101-102, 121, 133, 175, 197,
225-226, 228, 231-232, 236, 238-240, 242, 245, 246,
249, 251
Healing Stigmata, 50, 231, 253
Health, 28, 32, 42-43, 47, 62, 96, 105, 107-109, 126, 131,
135, 158, 169, 214, 225, 228, 242, 245, 247
Hearing, 32, 61-63, 168, 216, 247
Heart, 7, 27, 36, 40, 42, 94, 101, 103-106, 115, 131-152,
156, 194-195, 202-204, 213, 228-229, 231, 246
Heart Disease, 152, 156
Heart Line, 6, 11, 39, 40, 41-43, 45, 47, 49, 50, 52-53, 65,
67, 72-75, 78-79, 81-82, 112, 119, 129-130, 172-174,
233, 235-236, 238, 242, 245, 247
Heaven, 1, 8, 22, 26, 33-34, 54, 102
Hemispheres of the Brain, 71-72, 73, 74, 76, 77, 92, 93
Hepatitis, 108, 158
Hermes, 39, 47, 250
Hindi, 33, 61, 139, 208, 209
Hinduism, 3, 5, 11, 24, 35, 162, 163
Hoffman, Joseph, 28
Homeostasis, 96, 104, 109, 205
Horizontal Lines(see also Interference Lines), 139, 144,
145, 178, 215-218
Hot (see also Pingla), 6-7, 9-11, 39, 54, 56, 95-96, 104,
106, 110, 154, 190
Houses, 19, 60-61, 84
Hradaya Rekha (see also Heart Line), 41
267
Humility, 17, 25, 38, 57, 128, 165, 174, 229-231, 248
Hypodermis, 103
I
Ida, 9-11, 15, 17, 54-56, 61, 71-72, 79-80, 93, 96, 117,
124-125
Idealism, 150-191, 233, 236-239, 244
Illness, 27-29, 35, 64, 68, 108, 164, 196, 247
Illusion (see also Maya, Delusion), 4-5, 89, 90
Imagination, 35-36, 101, 145, 151, 153, 164, 192, 207, 228,
234, 236-238, 240, 242-244, 247
Imbalance, 7, 10, 12-13, 17, 52, 61, 96, 107, 114, 117-118,
154, 164, 186, 188, 213, 222, 246-247
Immaturity, 187, 194
Impartiality, 18, 216-217
Impersonal, 32, 36, 55-56, 58, 68, 116-117, 124-125, 128,
145-146, 215-217, 231-232
Impersonal World, 32, 36, 55-56, 59, 68, 116-117, 124-
125, 128, 145-146, 215-217, 231-232
Inborn, 222, 241
Independence, 79, 81, 123, 152, 165, 206
India, ix, 4, 12, 17, 22, 26, 28, 159
Inhalation, 15, 92-93, 96
Inhibition, 107-109, 127, 143, 177, 179, 183, 188, 205,
207
Insecurity, 16, 89, 124, 225, 230
Insensitivity, 99-100, 194, 206, 225, 244
Instinct, 70, 117-118, 130-133, 184, 205, 222
Intellect, 37, 42, 44, 51, 55, 129, 134-137, 139, 160-161,
163, 169, 191, 195, 197, 209, 215, 228, 240-242, 246,
251
Intelligence, 3, 10, 18, 37, 42-44, 51, 55, 62, 65, 91,
108, 129, 134-136, 139, 160-161, 163-164, 167-169,
182-183, 191, 194-197, 209, 215, 228, 240-242,
246, 251
Intensity, 77, 101, 104, 106, 110-112, 122, 143, 169, 190,
193, 195, 206, 212-214, 240-242, 246
Interference Lines (see also Avarodh Rekha), 41, 43-44,
49, 166, 216
Interiorization, 114, 118, 152
Intestines, 107, 205
Introverted, 141, 143
Intuition, ix, 2, 42, 47, 50, 54-55, 64, 75-76, 80, 133, 137-
138, 164, 237, 244-245
Inventor, 35, 190, 222, 247, 249-250
Invisible (unseen), 5, 75, 244
Iron, 106-107, 153, 155, 158
Islands, 41, 50, 61-62, 76-78, 166, 175, 209, 211-212,
240
Isolation, 37-38, 78, 116, 152-153, 195, 234, 240
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J Length (Lines), 49, 54, 55

Jaundice, 108
Jeevan Rehka (see also Life Line), 41
Jeevatman, ix
Johari, Harish, 92
Joints (see also Knuckles), 61, 132-138, 160-161, 166, 197-
204, 238-239, 246
Joints, Knotted, 132, 134-135, 136-138, 246
Joints, Overly Knotted, 132, 134-136
Joints, Smooth, 132-135, 136-138
Joy, 2, 37, 39, 50, 153, 164, 170, 196, 228, 240, 242, 253
Judgment, 48, 56, 83, 117, 119, 121, 165, 175, 194, 201,
208, 212, 242
Jupiter, 13, 14, 25, 33-34, 37, 38, 51, 56-60, 69, 160, 172-
173, 178, 180-181, 205-206, 212, 216, 228-229, 231,
235, 242
Jupiter Finger, 37, 56, 60, 63, 67, 81, 114, 117, 121, 140,
153, 160, 166, 171-175, 180, 204-207, 227, 231
Jupiter Mount, 37, 40, 48, 51, 56-57, 59, 63, 67-68, 76,
108, 117, 160, 196, 205-207, 222, 227, 229, 239, 243
K Lord Ganesha, 149
Kalpa, 22-23
Kalpnic Path, 32, 56-57, 114, 115-117, 119-121, 172-173,
175, 233-235
Kapha (see also Body and Water), viii, 63-64, 65, 148, 154-
155, 224, 229
Karma, 18, 33, 46, 62, 73-74, 85-87, 89-93, 165, 167, 179,
221
Karmic Cycle, 90, 221
Keratin, 147, 157
Ketu, 33, 40-41, 62, 222
Kites, 50
Knowledge, 5, 10, 17-19, 22, 24, 26, 37, 51, 72, 80, 118,
136, 190, 195
Knuckles (see also Joints), 132, 135-136
Koilonychia (see also Fingernails, Spoon), 153
Kriya Yoga, 131
Kriyaman, 91-92, 94
L
Lad, Dr. Vasant, vi, vii-viii, 155
Lakshmi, 31
Law of Manifestation, 93
Laziness, 190, 248
Leaning (Fingers), 81, 123-125, 238
Left, 9, 11, 15, 24, 45, 71-73, 75-83, 85-86, 88, 92-94
Length (Fingers), 56-57, 68, 114-116, 118, 120-123, 127-
128, 137, 233, 246
Length (Nails), 147, 148, 149-151
Length (Thumb), 166, 171-178, 181-182, 185-187, 189-
191, 193-195, 198, 201, 242
Leo, 60-61, 129-130
Lethargy, 112, 223
Leukonychia, see Fingernails, Spots
Leviton, Richard, 28
Liberation, 10, 90, 124, 250
Libra, 60-61
Life Line, 6, 11, 41, 42-43, 44-47, 49, 51-52, 75-81, 84,
114, 176, 228, 232, 236, 238-241, 245-246
Light, 1, 2, 4-5, 6-7, 11-12, 17, 22, 24, 35, 39, 41, 64-65,
89, 95, 108, 124, 240
Limbic System, the, 11, 126-127, 129, 131, 224
Ling Mudra (see also Mudras), 208
Lior, Dr. Tamara, 158
Liver, 103,105, 107-108
Logic Joint, Loose, 201-203
Logic Joint, Rigid, 201
Logic Joint, Slightly Pliable, 200-201
Love, 2-7, 13, 19, 25, 33, 35-36, 39, 41-43, 46, 48, 51, 53,
56, 58, 69, 75, 79, 96, 111, 124, 128, 153, 160-163,
165, 167-168, 173-174, 187, 193-197, 200, 213-217,
219, 225, 229, 231, 234, 236-237, 240-242, 246-247,
249-250
Love of Truth Line (see also Satya Rekha), 48, 69, 174-
175, 177, 231-232, 236, 240, 242
Lumbar (Third) Chakra (see also Chakras, Manipura), 64-
65
Luna, Mount of, 33, 34-35, 36-41, 69, 75, 82-83, 85-
89, 98, 101, 106, 110, 112, 174-175, 178, 180, 197,
222, 223-228, 235-236, 238, 240, 242-245, 248,
250-252
Lunar, 9, 47, 80, 98
Lungs, 105-106, 158, 206
Lunula (see also Fingernails, Moons), 156-157
Lupus, 158
M
MacLean, Dr. Paul, 126, 127, 131
Magnetism, 2, 5-6, 10-11, 39, 41, 46, 47, 54-55, 74, 80,
90, 93, 164, 170, 216, 240, 247, 248
Major Lines, 6, 11, 41-45, 46, 74, 81, 99, 100, 111, 113,
176, 223, 228
Male, 6, 9, 12, 26-27, 50, 54, 95, 230
Manas, 3-4, 91, 129, 162, 167
Mangal (see also Mars, Mount of), 36-37, 49
Mangal Sahayak Rekha, 49
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Manipulative, 196, 197, 204
Manipura, 233-234
Mantras, 31, 53, 179, 193
Mars Assistant Line, 49
Mars, (see also Mars Galaxy), 25, 34, 36-37, 40, 49, 84,
110, 127, 146, 149-150, 171, 185-187, 189-193, 195,
197, 235, 239, 244,
Mars Galaxy, 33, 36-37, 56, 67, 108, 114, 117-122, 172-
173, 177, 222, 224, 227-228, 233, 237-238, 246
Mars Negative, 33, 36-37, 49, 56, 66, 84, 114, 117-121
Mars Positive, 31, 34-35, 38, 54, 80, 83-86, 100, 112, 114,
117-119, 222-223, 225-226, 235, 237-238, 240
Masculine, 4, 10-11, 35, 49, 56, 71, 170
Materialism, 59, 67, 191
Matter, 5, 7-11, 27, 41, 64, 90, 124, 161, 170, 181, 228
Maturity, 60, 62, 115, 171, 173, 182, 185, 193-194, 200,
218
Maya (see also Illusion, Delusion), 88-90, 163, 165, 170
Mechanical, 52, 210, 230, 244
Meditation, 16-17, 27-28, 53, 55, 101, 104, 108, 134, 151,
153, 170, 179, 184, 193, 195, 200, 238, 242, 243-
245, 248, 251
Medulla (see also Chakras), 15, 64-65, 131
Mental, 29, 33, 36-37, 42, 47, 55, 64, 74, 76, 93, 97, 104-
107, 109, 117, 126, 128, 136-137, 237, 246-247, 251
Mercury, 33, 34, 39-40, 47, 58, 108, 124, 145, 178, 223,
228, 229, 230, 235, 243, 250-251
Mercury Finger, 39-40, 56, 60, 63, 79, 81, 114, 117, 230,
250, 251
Mercury Line (see also Buddha Rekha), 13-14, 45, 47, 51-
52, 82-83, 121, 178, 228, 247, 250-253
Mercury Mount, 39-40, 47, 49-50, 56-57, 59, 63-64, 117,
124, 139-140, 222, 229-231, 243, 250
Mesoderm, 103
Metabolism, 155-157
Metacarpal Bone, 160-162, 168
Metacarpophalangeal Joint (see also Tamas Joint), 133-
134, 160-161
Metaphysics, 10, 11, 19, 22-23, 71, 130, 162, 164, 231, 241
Mind, ix, 3-5, 8, 19, 27-28, 34-35, 42, 51, 53, 64, 67, 83,
87, 89, 90, 97, 98, 100, 104, 105, 117, 126-127, 129,
135, 136, 137, 139, 140, 149, 163-165, 167, 183, 191,
196, 218, 242-243, 250
Minor Lines, 29, 32, 41, 45-50, 51-53, 74, 95, 99-100, 110-
111, 113, 160, 176-178, 181, 223, 226, 228, 236, 238-
240, 242, 245, 247, 253
Mixed Energy, 107
Mixed Hand Type, 252-253
Money, 80, 191, 197, 209-210, 212, 229
Montgomery, Ruth, 93
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Mooladhara (see also Coccygeal (First) Chakra), 170,
200
Moon (see also Luna, Mount of), 6-7, 33-35, 38, 40, 47,
80, 86, 124-125, 243
Moon, Nail, 148, 156-157, 166, 219, 235
Moon Current, (see Ida)
Morphology, 24, 76, 80, 83, 95-97, 103, 105, 109-110, 112,
181
Mother, 3, 35, 38, 48, 78, 155, 165, 168, 192, 201-202, 243
Mother Earth, 4, 27, 168, 179
Mother Panchanguli, 24, 62
Mother Teresa, 48, 165
Motor, 71, 82-83, 97-99, 131, 228, 246
Mounts, 1, 2, 29, 32-41, 46-51, 53, 55-57, 59, 61-63, 66-
69, 75-76, 79, 82-83, 85-87, 90, 95, 97-98, 100, 106,
108, 110, 113, 115-119, 121, 123-128, 133-134, 139-
140, 143-144, 148, 157, 160-166, 168-171, 173, 178-
180, 186, 188, 193-196, 201, 203-209, 211-213, 216-
219, 222-231, 235-243, 245-250, 252
Mudras (see also Ling Mudra), 208
Mukha Shastra, 24
Muscle, 77, 103, 205, 225, 246
Mustishk Rehka (see also Head Line), 41
Mystic Cross, 236
N
Nail Color, Pink, 147, 148, 156, 166, 219
Nail Color, White, 151, 153, 155-158, 166, 247
Nail Plate (see also Fingernails), 147, 156-157
Namaste, 80, 93
Narrowly Spaced Fingers, 143
Near Death Experience (NDE), 16
Negative, 2, 4- 7, 9-12, 15-16, 18, 27, 40-42, 54, 65, 67,
71, 79, 85, 89, 91, 95, 105, 108, 114, 126, 138, 145,
151, 153-154, 162-165, 167, 170-171, 174, 183-184,
188, 192-193, 199, 206, 216, 226, 240, 243
Negative Pole, 6, 11, 54, 71, 162-163, 170
Neocortex, 11, 126-127, 131-132, 224
Nerves, 68, 71-72, 97-100, 103, 147-151, 153, 190-191,
246
Nervous System, 42, 72, 90, 103, 107, 147-153, 155-156,
205, 218-219, 245-248
Neurons, 97-98
Neutral Center, 6, 11, 116
Neutrality, 2, 4-12, 14-15, 41-42, 54-56, 65-66, 72, 96, 107,
116-117, 162-164, 167, 205, 216, 234
New Soul, 175-177
Nirukta, 22-23
Non-Dominant Hand, ix, 72, 73, 75-76, 78-80, 84-89, 91-
92, 94, 218-219
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North, 25, 40
Nose (see also Shiksha), 22-23, 35, 63
Nostril, 31, 92
O 152, 164-165, 170, 188, 196, 214, 237, 241
Objectivity, x, 2, 4, 15-19, 35, 42, 62, 64, 117, 129, 156,
162, 167-168, 170, 182, 184-185, 188, 193, 195, 199,
202-203, 212, 215-217, 225, 234
Obsessive/Compulsive, 36, 156, 169
Obstinate, 165, 199, 203-204, 223, 240, 241
Obstruction Lines (see also Interference lines), 145-146,
184, 215-218, 224, 242, 244-245
Ojas, 234
Old Soul, 150, 175, 177, 240
Omnipotence, 165, 248
Omnipresence, 165, 248
Omniscience, 10, 165, 248
Oneness, 56, 167, 249
Onychophagy (see also Fingernails, Bitten), 156
Opposite, 2, 4-12, 17, 27, 66, 72, 84, 92, 95, 101, 103,
121-122, 208, 230, 244
Optimism, 18, 35, 106-107, 149, 156, 173, 181, 188, 205,
219, 225
Organs, 15, 35, 42, 68-69, 103, 107, 131, 249
Outgoing, 6, 9, 56, 80, 92-93, 95, 107
Overactive, 52, 56, 117-119, 123, 128-133, 169
Overly Supple, 140-141, 201, 202
Oversensitivity, 87, 100, 111-112, 153
Oxygen, 105-106, 108, 158, 204
P 134, 139, 160
Paad Jyotish, 23-24
Pain, 19, 38-39, 89, 93, 107, 137, 191, 193, 202, 211
Palm, 13, 29, 32-33, 36, 40-42, 46-47, 50, 57, 66-70, 74,
92, 97, 100, 105, 109-111, 113-116, 127, 131, 133,
161, 168, 176, 190, 208, 215, 222, 223, 228-229, 235,
237, 239, 242, 244-247, 248, 250-251, 253
Palmistry, vi, vii, viii, ix, 1, 2, 19, 21-25, 28, 30, 39, 131-
132, 147, 149, 156, 159, 192, 202, 215, 253
Panch (Five), 24, 62, 113
Panch Tattwas, 62-63, 65, 229
Panchanguli, 24, 62, 113
Papillary Ridges, 30, 67, 97-100, 103, 143, 166, 212, 215,
245
Paramatman (see also Parambrahma), ix, 3
Parambrahma (see also Paramatman), 3-5, 24
Paranoia, 35, 153
Paraprakriti, 4
Parasympathetic Nervous System, 103, 205
Index
Paronychia, 157
Parwat (see also Mounts), 33, 53
Passive, 6, 9, 71, 95, 112, 206
Peace, 15, 27, 41-42, 54, 84-85, 106, 108, 118, 149-150,
Pendulum Syndrome, 174, 177, 183, 225
Penfield, Dr. Wilder, 71
Perception, 3-4, 8, 15-16, 33-35, 39-40, 54-56, 75, 78, 87,
92-93, 108, 129, 162, 168, 170, 183-184, 194, 201,
212, 217-218, 223, 229-230, 243-244
Perfection, 5, 151-152, 163, 209, 212-215, 228
Periosteum, 155
Personal, 12, 17-19, 24, 34, 38, 49, 84, 140, 162, 165,
168, 177, 188, 196-198, 210, 221-224, 229, 244
Personal World, 32, 36, 55-56, 58-60, 68, 116-117, 124-
125, 128, 145-146, 186, 215, 216, 217, 231-232
Personality, 17, 24, 56, 73, 87, 90, 102, 125, 142, 161,
181, 191, 199-200, 219
Pert, Candace, 28
Pessimism, 240
Phalanges, 60-62, 66, 68-70, 76, 114, 125, 126-132, 133-
138, 144-146, 152-153, 160-162, 164, 166-168, 171-
175, 178-180, 181-197, 198-204, 207-217, 222, 228,
235, 242, 251-253
Phalange, Distal (Sattwa), 126-127, 133-134, 139, 152-
153, 160-162, 167, 172-175, 192, 242
Phalange, Logic (see also Phalange, Proximal), 61-62,
66, 162, 164, 166, 167-168, 174-175, 178-181, 182-
186, 187-189, 190, 193-197, 200-203, 207-213, 215-
217
Phalange, Middle (Rajas), 126-127, 129-130, 131, 133-
Phalange, Proximal (Tamas), 126-127, 130-131, 133-134,
139-140, 160-162, 167, 171, 222
Phalange, Will (see also Phalange, Distal), 61, 76, 162,
164, 166, 167-168, 171, 174-175, 181-193, 197-198,
201-204, 207, 210, 212-216, 235
Physical, ix, 2-6, 10-11, 16, 18-19, 22, 24, 26-28, 32-33,
35-37, 39-40, 42-43, 45, 47-48, 53, 60, 62-65, 67, 69,
74, 87, 89-90, 93, 95-98, 100, 104-105, 107, 109, 117,
126-131, 135-136, 148-150, 155, 163-164, 168-170,
181, 186, 193, 195, 208, 213, 219, 223-229, 231, 237-
238, 241-242, 245-247, 250-252
Physical Hand, 64-65
Physics, 5, 9-10, 23, 164
Picasso, Pablo, 93
Pingla, 9-11, 15, 17, 54-56, 61, 71-72, 79-80, 93, 96, 117,
124-125
Pink, see Hand Color, Pink and Nail Color, Pink
Pisces, 60
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Pitta (see also Mind and Fire), vi, 63, 64, 65, 148, 154, Rapid Breathing, 16, 206
234, 239-240, 248 Realist (see also Square Hand and Cognitive), 59, 153,
Polarity, 5, 8-10, 12, 56, 65, 96 222, 226-232, 244-245, 248
Popularity, 183, 247, 250 Rebirth (see also Reincarnation), x, 167
Positive, 2, 4-7, 9-16, 18, 29, 33, 35, 39, 41, 48-49, 54, Receiving, 4, 6-7, 54, 80, 95-96, 109, 112, 243, 247
56, 57-58, 61, 65-67, 70, 71, 74, 76-77, 78-79, 83, Rectangular Hand, 222, 232-245
84, 85-86, 89, 91-92, 95, 101, 107-109, 111, 113, Rectangular Hand (Conic) (see also Aestheticism), 222,
116, 123, 125, 131, 132, 138, 145, 152-154, 157, 235-238
162-166, 168, 170-171, 173-174, 181, 183, 185-186, Rectangular Hand (Philosophic) (see also Ascetic), 222,
188, 191, 197-198, 200, 206, 214, 216-218, 229, 235, 238-242
242-243, 247 Rectangular Hand (Psychic) (see also Sensitivity), 222,
Positive Pole, 6, 11, 54, 71, 162-163, 170 235, 242-245
Posture, 206 Red, 105-107, 110, 158, 247
Practicality, 17, 67, 112, 136-137, 151, 176, 191, 202, 225, Refinement, 42, 64, 74, 97, 99-101, 111, 150, 185, 187,
228, 235, 237, 244-245, 253 194, 213, 226, 232, 235, 237, 240, 246
Pragmatism, 59, 82, 153, 191, 231 Reflection, 21, 42, 51, 57, 73, 84, 104, 107, 114, 129, 152,
Prakriti (also prakruti), viii, 4-5, 17, 195 237, 240, 244
Pranayama, 93, 96, 104 Regression, 13-14, 76
Prarabdh, 91 Reincarnation (see also Rebirth), x, 19, 25-27, 73, 90
Preservation, 3, 17, 163, 167 Relaxation, 55, 60, 80, 103-104, 108, 110, 143, 145, 149,
Primordial Brain (see also Reptilian Complex), 127, 224 151-152, 154-155, 169, 176, 179, 190, 198-201, 205-
Procrastination, 100, 182 206, 214-215, 219, 228, 244-245, 248
Procreation, 169, 224 Reptilian Complex (see also Primordial Brain), 11, 126-
Proximal Interphalangeal Joint (see also Rajas Joint), 133- 127, 130-131, 224
134 Repulsion, 5, 10
Psychic Centers (see also Chakras), 15, 53, 74, 170 Resourcefulness, 173, 183, 190, 246
Psychic Hand, 222, 235, 242-245 Restlessness, 35, 106, 190, 237, 243, 246
Psychokinesis, 244 Ridges, Longitudinal, see Ridges, Vertical
Pul (see also Sankalp Pul, Tark Pul, Bridges), 61-62, 139- Ridges, Transverse, 154
140, 166, 171, 178, 182, 186, 193-194, 208-212, 216- Ridges, Vertical, 154
218 Right, 9, 11, 15, 24, 41, 71-73, 75-83, 85-86, 88, 92-94
Pulse, 31, 204 Rigidity, 140-141, 199, 201, 203
Puranas, ix, 23 Ring of Solomon, 48, 236, 242, 252-253
Rishis, ix, 2, 22, 33, 37, 62
Q Ritual, 22-23, 127, 225
Quadrangle, 11, 32, 53-55, 74-81, 83-86, 110, 120-121, Roma, 25, 27
133, 180-181, 197, 228, 242, 247-248 Romans, 21, 25, 26
Quantity/Quality (Q/Q) Principle, 127-132, 148-149, 171,
233 S
Sacral (Second) Chakra (see also Chakras), 64-65, 227,
R 230
Radial Artery, 204 Sadness, 19, 35, 102, 129, 153, 169
Rahu, 33, 40-41, 56, 117, 228, 231, 232 Sagittarius, 60, 172
Rajas, 2-7, 10-12, 28, 32, 37, 40-42, 53-54, 60-61, 66-70, Sahasra (see also Third-Eye (Seventh) Chakra), 200
125-131, 133-137, 139, 144, 162-165, 167, 174, 205, Sallow, 107-108, 239
213, 218, 222-227, 234-235 Samadhi, 89
Rajas Joint (see also Proximal Interphalangeal Joint), 133- Samhita Jyotish, 22-23
134, 135, 136-137 Samhita Shastra, 22
Rajas Phalange, see also Phalange, Middle, 162 Samudrik Shastra, 22-24
Ramakrishna, 169 Sanchit, 91
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Sankalp Pul (see also Pul, Tark Pul, Bridges), 61-62, 166,
182, 186, 208-211
Sanskrit, ix, 1, 22, 39, 48, 56
Santah Rekha (see also Children Lines), 50
Saraswati, 31
Sat, 3-5, 10
Sat-chit-ananda, 3-4, 10
Sattwa, 2-7, 10-12, 32, 37, 40-42, 47, 53-54, 57, 60, 66-
70, 125-134, 136-137, 139, 144-145, 162-165, 174,
178, 181, 205-207, 213, 215, 218, 222-227, 229, 234-
235, 242, 250-251
Sattwa Joint (see also Distal Interphalangeal Joint), 133,
134, 136-137
Sattwa Phalange, see also Phalange, Distal, 162
Saturn, 33, 34, 38, 39-40, 56-57, 61, 64, 108, 114, 116-
121, 127, 149-151, 172, 185, 187, 189-193, 230, 233,
235, 237-238, 240, 242, 249
Saturn Finger, 38, 55-57, 61, 63, 65, 81, 114-121, 129-
130, 140, 153, 172-175, 228, 230, 233-235, 238, 240,
246
Saturn Line, 13, 46, 47, 51-52, 55, 78-79, 82-83, 174, 190,
198, 236, 240, 244-245, 247-248
Saturn Mount, 38, 46, 49, 53, 54, 57, 61, 62, 67, 169, 194,
219, 221, 226, 227, 228, 232, 235, 237, 238, 240
Satya Rekha (see also Love of Truth Line), 48
Scorpio, 60, 129-130
Seasons, 60, 224
Security, 16-17, 36, 56, 67, 76, 101, 124, 161, 165, 168,
176, 180-181, 200, 212, 224-227, 229-230, 232
Seep, 143-144, 212, 214-215
Self-absorption, 56, 87, 101, 112, 179, 195, 207, 231
Selfishness, 124, 169
Selflessness, 48, 129, 131, 161-162, 174
Sensitivity (see also Rectangular Hand (Psychic)), 7, 17,
35, 48, 80, 82-83, 85-87, 92, 98-99, 101-103, 107,
111, 115, 124, 147-148, 150, 152-153, 155, 180, 194,
197, 201-202, 206, 222, 225, 228, 230, 235-237, 242,
244-247, 250
Sensory, 3-4, 12, 35-36, 39, 91, 97-98, 100, 127, 129, 131,
170, 223, 228, 242-244, 246
Sex, 169, 230, 241, 247
Shadow Planets, 33, 40
Shakti, 11-12, 170
Shani Rekha (see also Saturn Line), 38, 46
Shankh, 143-144, 212, 214-215
Shiksha, 22, 23
Shiva, 3, 5, 11-12, 162-164, 170
Shukra (see also Venus, Mount of), 35-36
Shukra Rekha (see also Venus, Girdle of), 47
Shyness, 59, 141, 207
Sight, 34, 63, 65, 170, 218, 234
Signs of Obstruction, 50-51, 144-146, 184, 215-218, 224,
242, 244
Signs of the Zodiac, Cardinal, 60
Signs of the Zodiac, Fixed, 60
Signs of the Zodiac, Mutable, 60
Signs of Wisdom, 50, 51, 165, 231, 236, 240, 242
Silvers, Evelyn, 28
Sleep, 3, 16, 83, 120, 130-131, 170, 200-201, 224-225,
242, 245
Slow, 7, 103-104, 109, 112, 115-116, 137, 176-177, 184,
205-206, 224
Smell, 34, 63, 65, 170, 213, 218, 224, 235
Softness, 7, 109, 112, 198, 235, 237, 240, 244, 248
Solar, 9, 11, 33, 39, 80
Soul (see also Atma, Atmabala, Soul Force), ix, 2-6, 8, 12,
19, 22, 27, 32-33, 35, 38-39, 41-43, 53, 62, 66-67, 80-
81, 89, 124-127, 135-136, 139-140, 150, 158, 163-165,
167, 170, 175-177, 218, 221, 227, 235, 240, 247-250
Soul Force (see also Atma, Atmabala, Soul), 35, 54, 164-
165
Soul in Progress, 175-177
South, 26, 40
Spark, 5, 17, 32
Spatulate Hand, 222, 246-248
Spatulate Hand, Broad-Based, 247, 248-250
Spatulate Hand, Wide Arc, 247, 250-252
Spatulate Tip, Finger, 253
Spatulate Tip, Thumb, 166, 189-190
Sphincter, 205
Spine, 9, 15, 53-54, 65, 117, 170
Spirit, 8, 10, 12, 17-19, 22, 24, 26, 32-33, 36, 38, 42, 51,
53, 63-65, 67-68, 74, 80, 85-84, 98, 128-131, 134-
136, 139, 148, 161, 163-164, 169, 190-191, 203, 206,
209, 211, 213, 224, 241-242, 244, 247, 251
Spontaneity, 47, 54, 58, 72, 115, 126, 133, 137, 141, 168,
179, 183, 187, 195, 197, 205, 207, 216, 232, 245,
253
Square Hand, 222, 226-232, 233, 235, 237, 245-246, 253
Square Tip, Thumb, 166, 189, 190-191, 228
Squares, 13, 14, 50-51, 54, 174-175
Sruti (see also Clairaudience), 22
Stamina, Mental, 33, 37, 155, 169, 189
Stamina, Physical, 42, 49, 105, 112, 213, 218, 238, 245-
248
Stars, 50-51, 54, 79, 240
Straightness (Fingers), 74, 123, 125, 205, 224, 238
Straightness (Lines), 49, 59, 79, 190-191, 212, 229, 231,
241
Straightness (Sankalp Pul), 210, 211-212
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Strength, 17, 34, 35-37, 39, 41, 43, 49, 54-55, 60, 68-70,
83, 97-98, 102, 107, 117-118, 120, 122, 127, 129-132,
136, 139, 149-152, 155, 169, 174, 179, 188-189, 197-
198, 208, 217, 222, 237, 245, 250
Stress, 28, 36, 80, 84, 103, 105-107, 127, 129, 140, 145,
154, 156, 180, 183, 193, 200, 205-207, 218-219, 224
Striations, 148, 155, 219
Stubborn, 79, 165, 194, 199, 201, 203
Subconscious, ix, 32, 41, 51-53, 66, 73, 75, 79, 84, 90, 95,
99, 113, 123, 208, 219, 253
Subjectivity, 4, 16, 55, 75, 168, 183, 184-185, 188, 193-
194, 201-204, 206, 216-217
Success, 3, 13, 40, 45-46, 49, 62, 79, 92, 112, 144, 151,
173-174, 177-178, 191, 196, 198-199, 214, 216, 231,
246, 250
Sun, 6-7, 33, 34, 35, 38-39, 56, 68, 79, 124-125, 128, 145,
230, 232, 235, 243, 249-250
Sun Finger, 38-39, 57-58, 63, 68, 81, 114, 117, 120, 129-
130, 139, 153, 230-231
Sun Line (see also Surya Rekha), 13, 45, 46, 51-52, 177-
178, 180, 199, 228, 236, 240-241, 247
Sun Mount, 35, 38-39, 46, 56, 59, 63-64, 79, 108, 110,
117, 121, 196, 223, 224, 229-230, 243
Superconscious, ix, 32-34, 41, 51, 53, 66, 95, 113, 160-
161
Super-Ether (see also Chakras), 64, 65
Suppleness, 140-141, 148, 154, 166, 197-198, 200-202,
204, 242
Surya Rekha (see also Sun line), 39, 46
Sushumna, 9-11, 15, 54, 56, 74
Swara, 15, 92
Symmetrical, 76, 222-223, 226, 233, 235
Sympathetic Nervous System, 103, 205
Synergy, 6-9, 37, 41, 115, 165, 195, 228, 234-235, 242,
246
T Trinity, 2-6, 8-11, 41-42, 54, 66, 161-164, 167
Tai-Chi, 10, 80, 93, 95
Tamas Joint (see also Metacarpophalangeal Joint), 133-
134, 135-136
Tamas Phalange, see also Phalange, Proximal, 162
Tamas, 2-7, 10-12, 32, 37, 40-42, 45, 47, 53-54, 60-61,
66-70, 125-136, 139, 144, 161-165, 170, 173-174,
176, 178-181, 205-207, 213, 215, 218, 222-226, 229,
234-235, 252
Tao, the, 6-8
Tark Pul (see also Pul, Sankalp Pul, Bridges), 61-62, 166,
171, 178, 182, 186, 193-194, 208-209, 211-212, 216-
218
Taste, 34, 63, 65, 170, 218, 229, 237
273
Tattwa (Element) (see also Panch Tattwas), 62-63, 65, 230
Taurus, 60, 212
Temperature, 10, 95-96, 103-104, 105-107, 109-110, 112
Temperature, Cold, 104, 107, 112
Temperature, Hot, 104, 106, 110
Temperature, Warm, 10, 104, 106, 110
Texture, 67, 95-96, 97-103, 104, 106-107, 110-112, 158,
223, 228, 235, 239-242, 244, 246, 252-253
Texture, Coarse, 67, 97-98, 99, 101-102, 104, 106, 110-
111, 146, 223, 228, 239-241, 252
Texture, Fine, 97, 100-101, 102, 104, 107, 111-112, 228
Texture, Medium, 97, 98-99, 104, 106, 110, 240, 246
Third Eye, 64-65, 189
Third-Eye (Seventh) Chakra (see also Chakras, Sahasra),
64-65, 189
Thumb, 55-56, 61-62, 66-68, 74-76, 78, 81, 110, 112, 117,
124, 128, 145, 159-219, 222-223, 228, 235, 237-238,
242, 245, 251
Thumb, Angle of (see also Angle), 204-208
Thumb, High-set, 172, 179-180, 181
Thumb, Low-set, 172, 179, 180-181
Thumbnail (see also Fingernails), 166, 218-219
Thyroid, 155, 158
Time, 9-10, 13, 22-23, 26-27, 47, 53, 64-65, 73, 76, 84, 89,
91, 99, 116, 119, 122, 125, 127, 129-130, 132, 134,
137, 149, 156, 164, 167, 171, 177, 181, 183-184, 191,
197-198, 200, 206, 209-212, 225, 230, 241, 248
Tissue, 90, 103, 105, 108-109, 112, 151, 155-156, 200,
204, 246
Touch, 34, 63-65, 170, 218, 249
Toxins, 107-108, 146, 154
Transcendence, 7-8, 10, 39, 46-47, 53, 89, 96, 124, 144,
164, 181, 215, 249
Transformation, vii, ix, 3, 19, 33, 38, 60, 214, 234, 249
Tridents, 50, 242
Tridoshas, 63, 65, 148, 154-155, 224, 229, 234, 247
Triune Brain, the, 126-127
Trust, 35, 80, 145, 153, 179-180, 191, 194, 232, 241-242
U
Underactive, 52, 69, 117-119, 123, 128-132, 170, 252
Union Line (see also Vivaha Rekha), 13, 49-50
Unreasonable, 201-204, 228
Upanishads, ix, 23
Uplifting Lines, 144, 215
V
Vata (see also Spirit and Ether and Air), viii, 63-65, 148,
153, 247
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Ved Purush, 22-23 175, 177, 187, 193, 197-198, 224, 231, 236, 240-242,
Vedangas (see also Vedas), 22-23 244, 247, 253
Vedas, viii, ix, 2, 4, 22-23, 25, 27-29, 66, 234, 248 Wonder, Jacquelyn, 80, 93
Veins, 105, 109, 204, 242 Wrist, 32, 41, 62, 66-67, 160, 204, 222, 242
Venus, 25, 35-36, 62, 124, 160, 161-162, 163-165, 180-
181, 183, 193-195, 199, 201-202, 205, 208, 213, 216, X
219, 224, 228, 250 Xie-he-mian, 7-8, 10-11, 96, 104, 109, 163
Venus, Girdle of, 45, 47-48, 177, 242, 245
Venus, Mount of, 33, 34, 35-36, 37, 39-41, 45, 49, 61-63, Y
66-67, 68, 75-76, 83, 98, 101, 108, 110, 117, 124,
160, 161, 162-167, 168-170, 171, 173-174, 177-181, Yang, 6-8, 10-11, 36, 72, 80, 93, 95-100, 104-107, 109-
183, 186, 193-195, 202-209, 211-213, 215-219, 222- 111, 117, 121, 123-125, 142, 179, 195, 197-198, 243
223, 227-229, 235-238, 242-243, 246, 248-250, 252 Yin, 6-8, 10-11, 35-36, 72, 80, 93, 95-100, 103, 105-107,
Vertical Lines, 144-145, 154, 215 109-112, 117, 121, 123, 125, 142-143, 195, 197-198,
Vibration, 2, 4-5, 15, 22, 56, 64, 90 207, 243
Vigor, 101, 112, 150, 213, 236 Yin-Yang, 6-8, 95-96
Virgo, 60-61 Yoga, 17, 23, 27, 45, 55, 93, 101, 106-108, 120, 131, 151,
Virtue, 117-118, 121, 162, 167, 242 153, 170, 179, 193, 238, 251
Vishnu, 3, 5, 11, 162-164, 167, 170 Yogananda, Paramahansa, 3, 64, 91, 162
Vishnunabhi, 11
Visible, 5, 148 Z
Visualisation, 28, 184, 200 Zinc, 155-156
Vitality, 39, 43, 100, 103, 106, 149, 155, 169, 172, 204, Zodiac, 60-61
207-208, 219
Vivaha Rekha (see also Union Line), 49
Vulnerability, 44, 100, 111, 140-141, 151, 180, 207, 237
Vyakaran, 22-23

W
Waist-Like Logic, 195-197
Water, 9, 32, 35, 62-65, 98, 135, 142, 145, 148, 154-156,
170, 179-181, 200, 218, 224, 229-231
Weakness, 18, 43, 78, 108, 165, 172, 216, 222, 248
Wealth, 32, 62, 129, 134
Weil, Dr. Andrew, 28
West, x, 6, 25-28, 38, 40, 60, 80
White, see Hand Color, White and Nail Color, White
Widely Spaced Fingers, 79, 141, 142
Width (Kalpnic Path), 56, 115,
Width (Nails), 148-152
Width (Phalange), 68, 127-128, 187-197
Width (Thumb), 166, 171, 172, 173, 175, 185-187
Width (Wrist), 41
Will Joint, Firm, 199-200
Will Joint, Supple, 197-199
Williams, Dr. Redford B., 106
Willpower, 160-161, 167, 175, 182-183, 188-189, 199, 208,
212, 214, 216, 218, 238
Wisdom, 2, 14, 19, 31-32, 38, 50-51, 60-62, 67, 69, 75, 81,
115-116, 118, 132-133, 138, 149, 165, 168, 171, 173-
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