Tea-Cup Reading and Fortune-Telling by Tea Leaves, by a Highland Seer
"Tea-Cup Reading and Fortune-Telling by Tea Leaves" by a Highland Seer is a guidebook on the art of divination that likely originates from the late 19th century. This book instructs readers on the practice of reading tea leaves to predict the future, a method rooted in traditional Scottish peasant practices. It explores the rituals, symbols, and interpretations involved in this form of fortune-telling, aiming to empower individuals to gain insights into their
lives through this accessible and domestic form of divination. The content of the book is structured into several chapters, guiding readers from the basics of preparing and reading a tea cup to an extensive alphabetical list of symbols and their meanings. It emphasizes that by following specific rituals and observing the shapes formed by the tea leaves, one can interpret various omens pertaining to personal fortunes, relationships, and upcoming events. Practical examples are included, showcasing real interpretations of tea cups to help readers hone their skills. Overall, the book presents tea-leaf reading as an enjoyable and insightful pastime, merging folklore with a practical approach for those interested in divining their futures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Title | Tea-Cup Reading and Fortune-Telling by Tea Leaves, by a Highland Seer |
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| Note | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Ruth Hart, ruthhart@twilightoracle.com |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Fortune-telling by tea leaves |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18241 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 9, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 908 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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