THE PRACTICAL VALUE OF ASTROLOGY
There is a side of the Moon which we never see, but that hidden half is as potent afactor in causing the ebb and flow of the earth's tide, as the part of the Moonwhich is visible. Similarly, there is an invisible part of man which exerts a powerfulinfluence in life, and as the tides are measured by the motion of the Sun andMoon, so also the eventualities of existence are measured by the circling stars,which may therefore be called the "Clock of Destiny," and knowledge of theirimport is an immense power, for to the competent astrologer the horoscopereveals every secret of life.Thus, when you have given an astrologer the data of your birth, you have givenhim the key to your innermost soul, and there is no secret that he may not ferretout. This knowledge may be used for good or ill, to help or hurt, according to thenature of the man. Only a tried friend should be trusted with this key to your soul,and it should never be given to any one base enough to prostitute a spiritualscience for material gain.To the medical man Astrology is invaluable in diagnosing diseases and prescribinga remedy, for it reveals the hidden cause of all ailments. If you are a parent thehoroscope will aid you to detect the evil latent in your child and teach you how toapply the ounce of prevention. It will show you the good points also, that you maymake the better man or woman of the soul entrusted to your care. It will revealsystemic weakness and enable you to guard the health of your child; it will showwhat talents are there, and how the life may be lived to a maximum of usefulness.Therefore, the message of the marching orbs is most important, and as we haveshown the great danger of giving birth data to anyone else, there remains onlyone course: To study the science yourself.This book and the simplified method it contains of casting a horoscope in athoroughly scientific manner is published in order to enable anyone who can addand subtract to do the work himself, instead of relying on others. Thus he willobtain a deeper knowledge of the causes which are operative in life than anyprofessional astrologer who is a stranger can give.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
THE SOUL URGE NUMBER
How to find the Soul Urge Number?
This number is made up from the vowels (a, e, i, o and u) in your full birth name just as it is recorded on your birth certificate.The sum of all of these letter, converted to numbers, and reduced to a single number or a master number is your Soul Urge. This number denotes what you value most regardless of Life Path (what you are from birth) and expression (what you will become in life).
This number is made up from the vowels (a, e, i, o and u) in your full birth name just as it is recorded on your birth certificate.The sum of all of these letter, converted to numbers, and reduced to a single number or a master number is your Soul Urge. This number denotes what you value most regardless of Life Path (what you are from birth) and expression (what you will become in life).
THE SOUL URGE NUMBER
What is Soul Urge Number?
The Soul Urge or as it is sometimes called, the heart's desire, is an important core influence in numerology.This means your inner craving, likes and dislikes.
The Soul Urge or as it is sometimes called, the heart's desire, is an important core influence in numerology.This means your inner craving, likes and dislikes.
LIFE PATH NUMBER
What is Life Path Number?
This is a number that is derived from all the numbers in your birth date. The Life Path number is established from the date of birth. First, convert the month to a single number, then add this individual digit, the birthday, and the individual digits of the birth year. The individual digits are again added together, as necessary to reduce the sum to a single digit 1 through 9, or to the numerology "master numbers," 11 or 22. These master numbers are not reduced any further.
Example: Date of Birth: February 8, 1939 (2-8-1939). Add the month (2) to the day (8) plus the total of the digits in the year (22). The total comes to 32. Then add this number together. 3+2=5; the Life Path Number is 5.
This is a number that is derived from all the numbers in your birth date. The Life Path number is established from the date of birth. First, convert the month to a single number, then add this individual digit, the birthday, and the individual digits of the birth year. The individual digits are again added together, as necessary to reduce the sum to a single digit 1 through 9, or to the numerology "master numbers," 11 or 22. These master numbers are not reduced any further.
Example: Date of Birth: February 8, 1939 (2-8-1939). Add the month (2) to the day (8) plus the total of the digits in the year (22). The total comes to 32. Then add this number together. 3+2=5; the Life Path Number is 5.
LIFE PATH NUMBER
How to find the Life Path Number?
The Life Path is the sum of the birth date of an individual. This number represents who you are at birth and the native traits that you will carry with you through life. The Life Path describes the nature of this journey through life.
The Life Path is the sum of the birth date of an individual. This number represents who you are at birth and the native traits that you will carry with you through life. The Life Path describes the nature of this journey through life.
NUMEROLOGY - EXPRESSION NUMBER
How to find the Expression Number?
To arrive at your Expression number, take each name separately and add up the letter values using the conversion chart below. Reduce each name to a single digit or master number. Then add the results of all of the names to arrive at a total which you then once again reduce to a single digit or master number.
Don't use nicknames, assumed name, deviations in spelling used, or omit any part of the birth name. Use it as it appears on the birth certificate. Don't worry about changes to the name (married name, etc.), just stay with complete birth name. Don't count Jr. Sr., III, etc. following the name.The only exception to this is in the case of adoption shortly after birth, and here the name given in the adopting home should be used.
To arrive at your Expression number, take each name separately and add up the letter values using the conversion chart below. Reduce each name to a single digit or master number. Then add the results of all of the names to arrive at a total which you then once again reduce to a single digit or master number.
Don't use nicknames, assumed name, deviations in spelling used, or omit any part of the birth name. Use it as it appears on the birth certificate. Don't worry about changes to the name (married name, etc.), just stay with complete birth name. Don't count Jr. Sr., III, etc. following the name.The only exception to this is in the case of adoption shortly after birth, and here the name given in the adopting home should be used.
NUMEROLOGY - EXPRESSION NUMBER
What is Expression Number?
A number derived from all of the letters in your full birth date make up what is called the Expression or Destiny number. Although this number is called both of these names, throughout this site it will be referred to as the Expression number. This is the number that describes the talents and attitudes at your disposal in this lifetime, if you choose to develop and use them. This is sometimes referred to as your potential or destiny. Living up to attributes of this number may not be easy, but it is your goal . It is your life's purpose, spiritual mission, and your field of opportunity. Unlike the Life Path number which reads as you ARE, the Expression number more correctly reads as you MUST
A number derived from all of the letters in your full birth date make up what is called the Expression or Destiny number. Although this number is called both of these names, throughout this site it will be referred to as the Expression number. This is the number that describes the talents and attitudes at your disposal in this lifetime, if you choose to develop and use them. This is sometimes referred to as your potential or destiny. Living up to attributes of this number may not be easy, but it is your goal . It is your life's purpose, spiritual mission, and your field of opportunity. Unlike the Life Path number which reads as you ARE, the Expression number more correctly reads as you MUST
NUMEROLOGY
Numerology is the easiest of the occult arts and is easy to understand and use. All that is needed is the birth date and the complete name of an individual to unlock all of the secrets that the numbers hold and then the future course of the individual can be derived from it.
There are eleven numbers used in constructing Numerology charts. These numbers are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 22. Larger numbers that occur from adding the numbers in the complete birth date or from the values assigned to each name, are reduced by adding the digits together until the sum achieved is one of the core numbers. Merely add the components of the larger number together (repeatedly, if necessary) until a single digit (or the "master" numbers 11 or 22) results. Each of these number represents different characteristics and expressions.
Master number are the only exception to rule of reducing to the single digit. The master numbers 11 and 22 are intensified versions of the single digit number they replace (2 and 4). These numbers suggest a potential for a high degree of learning and/or achievement very often in a more stressful environment. In many individuals, the master numbers operate at a much more tangible or practical level, becoming essentially the same as the single digit parallel.
The first consideration of numerology is often the date of birth. This date, expressed numerically, as mm/dd/yyyy, is used to determine what is called the Lifepath Number and a variety of other factors in the numerology reading.
There are eleven numbers used in constructing Numerology charts. These numbers are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 22. Larger numbers that occur from adding the numbers in the complete birth date or from the values assigned to each name, are reduced by adding the digits together until the sum achieved is one of the core numbers. Merely add the components of the larger number together (repeatedly, if necessary) until a single digit (or the "master" numbers 11 or 22) results. Each of these number represents different characteristics and expressions.
Master number are the only exception to rule of reducing to the single digit. The master numbers 11 and 22 are intensified versions of the single digit number they replace (2 and 4). These numbers suggest a potential for a high degree of learning and/or achievement very often in a more stressful environment. In many individuals, the master numbers operate at a much more tangible or practical level, becoming essentially the same as the single digit parallel.
The first consideration of numerology is often the date of birth. This date, expressed numerically, as mm/dd/yyyy, is used to determine what is called the Lifepath Number and a variety of other factors in the numerology reading.
Palmistry - Branches
Chiromancy:
This is the study of the lines within the palm.The lines in the palms are formed during the foetal development and best carry the personality traits and characters of the individual. This was palmistry in olden ages. Later the various marks and mounts on the palm also came into study and focus.
Chirognomy:
The study of the general shape of the hand , finger shapes, finger nails and their texture is termed as Chirognomy. This study is helping in finding out the true personality of the individual under study.
Dermatoglyphics:
The study of the ridges found in the finger tips is called Dermatoglyphics. This is very useful in criminal/forensic sciences and is nowadays used as a personal identification tool.
This is the study of the lines within the palm.The lines in the palms are formed during the foetal development and best carry the personality traits and characters of the individual. This was palmistry in olden ages. Later the various marks and mounts on the palm also came into study and focus.
Chirognomy:
The study of the general shape of the hand , finger shapes, finger nails and their texture is termed as Chirognomy. This study is helping in finding out the true personality of the individual under study.
Dermatoglyphics:
The study of the ridges found in the finger tips is called Dermatoglyphics. This is very useful in criminal/forensic sciences and is nowadays used as a personal identification tool.
Which hand should be read?
It is important to look at both hands during a reading. Depending on which hand is active (usually seen as the hand you write with),in combination with the inactive hand, shows where you have been (passive),and where you are likely headed (active) in this life.
Palmistry- the process
Palmistry- the process
Palmistry is best seen as a dynamic process. The lines of the hand are not carved in stone. Since the lines, mounts and signs of the hand, the palm and the fingers reflect our thinking and behaviour patterns the study of the above gives a definite reading of the person . The lines and markings physically change as our thinking changes.
Palmistry is best seen as a dynamic process. The lines of the hand are not carved in stone. Since the lines, mounts and signs of the hand, the palm and the fingers reflect our thinking and behaviour patterns the study of the above gives a definite reading of the person . The lines and markings physically change as our thinking changes.
Palmistry - fortune-telling?
Palmistry - fortune-telling?
Palmistry is not foretelling. The original intent of palmistry was for personality assessment and counselling. One's emotional tendencies, social attitudes, conscious awareness and subconscious fears, blockages and strengths can be understood in great detail through this in-depth system which analyses the hand and the markings it carry.Though these days it is used to predict the future of an individual, palmistry does well with the personality assessment task.
You cannot make actual predictions with palmistry. However, since there is a definite mind-body connection, we know that negative or positive thinking affects our well-being.Due to our habitual way of thinking, we often repeat the same behaviour in the future as we exhibit in the present. If we can understand the pattern of our habits and thinking, then we can begin to ignore the negative cycles of behaviour and can replace them with positive new ones. Palmistry can help you see these patterns. With this information, you can shape your own destiny.
Palmistry is not foretelling. The original intent of palmistry was for personality assessment and counselling. One's emotional tendencies, social attitudes, conscious awareness and subconscious fears, blockages and strengths can be understood in great detail through this in-depth system which analyses the hand and the markings it carry.Though these days it is used to predict the future of an individual, palmistry does well with the personality assessment task.
You cannot make actual predictions with palmistry. However, since there is a definite mind-body connection, we know that negative or positive thinking affects our well-being.Due to our habitual way of thinking, we often repeat the same behaviour in the future as we exhibit in the present. If we can understand the pattern of our habits and thinking, then we can begin to ignore the negative cycles of behaviour and can replace them with positive new ones. Palmistry can help you see these patterns. With this information, you can shape your own destiny.
THE FIVE BASIC LINES ON A HUMAN HAND
THE FIVE BASIC LINES ON A HUMAN HAND
1. Life Line (birth, health, longevity)
2. Love Line (soul mate connections, engagements, marriage)
3. Work Line (employment opportunities, ability)
4. Reproduction (possibilities in birth)
5. Bracelets (timelines and how one handles life)
1. Life Line (birth, health, longevity)
2. Love Line (soul mate connections, engagements, marriage)
3. Work Line (employment opportunities, ability)
4. Reproduction (possibilities in birth)
5. Bracelets (timelines and how one handles life)
PALMISTRY FACTS
PALMISTRY FACTS
Everyone possesses some degree of psychic ability. An individual can train, enhance and strengthen their natural intuition.
Everything that can be seen in a hand can be analyzed. Hands are the servants of the human system; so all things which affect the system affect them too. Hands are the immediate servant of the brain.
It has been long known and recognized that the human hand can express as much by gesture and position as the lips can by speech. Hands ask, invoke, promise, dismiss, threaten, embrace, express fear, pity, joy, grief, doubts and they also mark time.
Everyone possesses some degree of psychic ability. An individual can train, enhance and strengthen their natural intuition.
Everything that can be seen in a hand can be analyzed. Hands are the servants of the human system; so all things which affect the system affect them too. Hands are the immediate servant of the brain.
It has been long known and recognized that the human hand can express as much by gesture and position as the lips can by speech. Hands ask, invoke, promise, dismiss, threaten, embrace, express fear, pity, joy, grief, doubts and they also mark time.
HANDS ARE THE MIRRORS OF THE SOUL
HANDS ARE THE MIRRORS OF THE SOUL
In palmistry one learns to harness the unlimited powers of insight, creativity and spirituality. It allows changing mindset to make emotions, positive and negative, work.
Palmistry can answer all "your" individual questions by unlocking the secrets. Discover your hidden talents and abilities.
In palmistry one learns to harness the unlimited powers of insight, creativity and spirituality. It allows changing mindset to make emotions, positive and negative, work.
Palmistry can answer all "your" individual questions by unlocking the secrets. Discover your hidden talents and abilities.
PALMISTRY
PALMISTRY
Judging by the number of hands painted in prehistoric caves it would seem that palmistry held a interest for humans since the stone age. Archaeological discoveries have discovered hands made of stone, wood and ivory by ancient civilizations. The emperor of china used his thumbprint when sealing documents in 3000 bc. Information on the laws and practise of hand reading have been found in vedic scripts, the bible and early semitic writings. Aristotle (384-322 bc) discovered a treatise on palmistry on an alter to the god hermes. The greek physicians Hippocrates and Galen (ad 130-200) were both knowledgeable about the use of palmistry as a clinical aid. Julius Caesar (102-44bc) judged his men by palmistry. Notable people such as Paracelsus (1493-1541) and Fludd (1574-1637) brought respectibility to palmistry through their writings. Later Dr Carl Carus, physician to the king of saxony in the 19th century matched palms to personality. Advances in genetics, psychology and forensics have propeled palmistry into the modern age. In 1901 scotland yard adopted the technique of fingerprinting in criminal investigation and identification. Medical researchers studying skin patterns (dermatoglyphics), have discovered a corrospondence between genetic abnormalities and unusual markings in the hand. Research has confirmed a link between specific fingerprint patterns and heart disease. These days palmistry is well accepted throughout the world. Proffesional palmists can be found reading palms in every country in the world. Pick up almost any copy of a womens magazine and there is some information on palmistry. There are thousands of books written on the subject and there are palmistry clubs the world across. Colour of the Skin in PalmistryThe health of a person is often indicated by the colour of their hands. Dead white hands often indicate a lack of circulation. Pink hands are usually a sign of good health in palmistry. Red hands may indicate high blood pressure. Blue-ish hands indicate a sluggish condition of the circulation of the blood supply. The normal colour of the palm should be rosy and pinkish. One of the common questions people ask me about palmistry is what is the difference between reading the right hand to the left hand. Palmists will mostly examine your most active had which is usually the one you write with. Its this hand that shows your current and future trends. The passive hand in palmistry tends to show your childhood. Another interesting question i often hear in palmistry is why do some people have many lines but others only a few. Well, first you will notice that mostly men will tend to have fewer lines then a woman. The majority of hands will have the four major lines, the fate, life, heart and head line. Often young people come to see me seeking answers from palmistry about the right career choice. It most be noted that if a person is truely dedicated to succeed in a career choice they will even if their palms may disagree. Palmistry does not take away free will. It is usually found that people who like to work outdoors have spatulate fingertips. People with these spatulate fingertips like to be constantly on the move. Over the years of studying palmistry I have also come to notice that these same people often are good inventers as well. It should also be noted that if they have an earth shaped hand they will like the countryside and often make good frmers or at least gardeners. These people like stability and become stressed in times of change. A full set of square fingertips in palmistry shows us the orderly methodical type of person. Found often in accountants. Everything must be in its proper place with the highest degree of accuracy. The fingers tend to sit close together and the tips are smooth. Do you have a loop of seriousness on your palm. This loop sits between your ring finger and the middle finger. On women it usually indicates they are nurses or teachers. On men it can show business skills and success in life. A long middle finger will support this further. These people believe in getting ahead and im often pleased to find this loop on peoples hands in my study of palmistry. But what about the index finger in palmistry. Well if a person has a strong index finger that thrusts out on its own it shows a person who likes to lead and make decisions. These people go well as managers. They are good at controlling large amounts of staff. But if the person has a short index finger it will show the palmist that the person likes to work alone and often become self employed as a writer or an artist. Palmistry shows us much about the work directions people will take in life. People with arch fingerprints usually have jobs that re detailed special skills. But whorl fingerprints show us some artistic skills in palmistry. Small handed people do things on a big level, people with big hands do things involving fine detail. But remember it is relevent to your overall body size. People with air hands are good communicators, are popular and often work in the area of media.
Islamic View of Palmistry
Name of Questioner
Amer - Pakistan
Title
Islamic View of Palmistry
Question
Respected scholar, As-Salamu `alaykum. Why is it that Palm-reading should not be practiced? I really need your advice based on Qur’an and Hadith about reading hand lines. Jazakum Allah khayran.
Date
24/Aug/2003
Name of Counsellor
Muzammil Siddiqi
Topic
Misconceptions, The Unseen
Answer
Wa `alaykum As-Salamu wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
Dear questioner, we commend your pursuit of knowledge and your keenness to seek what is lawful and avoid what is not. We earnestly implore Allah to bless your efforts in this honorable way. First of all, it is to be stated that there is no room in Islam for anyone predicting the future. As Muslims we believe that only Allah has the full and accurate knowledge of the future. It is forbidden for Muslims to consult the future tellers or astronomers. Regarding the Islamic view of palmistry, Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi, former President of the Islamic Society of North America, states: “The issue of hand lines is a complicated one. Reading of hands is called ‘palmistry’. Some people say that this is a science that emerged in ancient India about 4,500 years ago. It is referred to in Indian literature as a kind of Samudrik Shastra (ocean of knowledge). Its original intent was not to predict future, but to do hand analysis for personality assessment and counseling. Later it degenerated into future telling, fortune telling and prediction. I am not fully convinced of its scientific value and I do not believe that it can be of much use for any accurate information about a person, his or her personality and traits. The lines of hands keep changing. Some experts say that one can see distinct changes in as little as three months. So if they state anything they, probably, state the present condition of a person and nothing more than that. As Muslims we believe that only Allah has the full and accurate knowledge of the future. The Qur’an says, “No soul knows what it will earn tomorrow…” (Luqman: 34) It is forbidden for Muslims to consult the future tellers or astronomers. We should not believe in their predictions. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Do not associate with the astrologers [as-hab an-nujum].” (Reported by Ahmad) He also said, “Whoever goes to a fortuneteller and asks him something and believes in his words, will have his prayers rejected for forty days.” (Reported by Muslim) “Whoever visited a soothsayer and believed in his words has denied the Revelation to Muhammad (i.e., the Qur’an).” (Reported by Muslim)” Excerpted, with slight modifications, from: http://pakistanlink.com/religion/99/09-03.html You can also read:
Going to Fortunetellers
Reading Horoscopes
Allah Almighty knows best.
http://www.islamonline.net
Amer - Pakistan
Title
Islamic View of Palmistry
Question
Respected scholar, As-Salamu `alaykum. Why is it that Palm-reading should not be practiced? I really need your advice based on Qur’an and Hadith about reading hand lines. Jazakum Allah khayran.
Date
24/Aug/2003
Name of Counsellor
Muzammil Siddiqi
Topic
Misconceptions, The Unseen
Answer
Wa `alaykum As-Salamu wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
Dear questioner, we commend your pursuit of knowledge and your keenness to seek what is lawful and avoid what is not. We earnestly implore Allah to bless your efforts in this honorable way. First of all, it is to be stated that there is no room in Islam for anyone predicting the future. As Muslims we believe that only Allah has the full and accurate knowledge of the future. It is forbidden for Muslims to consult the future tellers or astronomers. Regarding the Islamic view of palmistry, Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi, former President of the Islamic Society of North America, states: “The issue of hand lines is a complicated one. Reading of hands is called ‘palmistry’. Some people say that this is a science that emerged in ancient India about 4,500 years ago. It is referred to in Indian literature as a kind of Samudrik Shastra (ocean of knowledge). Its original intent was not to predict future, but to do hand analysis for personality assessment and counseling. Later it degenerated into future telling, fortune telling and prediction. I am not fully convinced of its scientific value and I do not believe that it can be of much use for any accurate information about a person, his or her personality and traits. The lines of hands keep changing. Some experts say that one can see distinct changes in as little as three months. So if they state anything they, probably, state the present condition of a person and nothing more than that. As Muslims we believe that only Allah has the full and accurate knowledge of the future. The Qur’an says, “No soul knows what it will earn tomorrow…” (Luqman: 34) It is forbidden for Muslims to consult the future tellers or astronomers. We should not believe in their predictions. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Do not associate with the astrologers [as-hab an-nujum].” (Reported by Ahmad) He also said, “Whoever goes to a fortuneteller and asks him something and believes in his words, will have his prayers rejected for forty days.” (Reported by Muslim) “Whoever visited a soothsayer and believed in his words has denied the Revelation to Muhammad (i.e., the Qur’an).” (Reported by Muslim)” Excerpted, with slight modifications, from: http://pakistanlink.com/religion/99/09-03.html You can also read:
Going to Fortunetellers
Reading Horoscopes
Allah Almighty knows best.
http://www.islamonline.net
Palmistry in Islam
How Does Islam View Palmistry?
I just want to know about the Islamic position of PALMISTRY. Is it forbidden in Islam? Please explain with the help of QURAN & HADITH.
Waqas, Pakistan
Reply
Islam is not against gaining any knowledge that is useful for the human society or contributes in the development of the human mind. The only point that needs to be established is that the field of Palmistry has gained the status of a science, and thus can be categorized as useful knowledge.
Those who believe that palmistry is, in fact, a science, should first get its status generally recognized as one. Without such recognition, palmistry cannot be considered useful for the human mind or the society, in general.
The Encyclopedia Britannica writes:
… there is no scientific support for the contention that the physical features observed in palmistry have psychic or occult predictive meaning,
Till such time as the field is recognized as a science on the basis of which accurate predictions can be made, its utility in my mind remains highly questionable. Deep involvement in this field renders a person superstitious and a conjecturer, which obviously is not approved by Islam.
God has given us our faculty to reason, understand and analyze. Islam wants us to make use of this faculty and take our decisions in the light of the guidance provided by our mind and then have faith in our Creator and Controller that He shall help us in life. Fields like palmistry have the potential of greatly affecting our personality. I have personally seen people, who are deeply involved in such fields, living their lives in superstitions and conjectures. They take their decisions, not on the basis of reason and faith, but on the basis of their (mostly inaccurate) assessments of the day, the week, the month and the year. I feel that such a behavior have rendered them completely devoid of any faith in God. Islam, on the other hand wants us to live a life of faith and reliance on God, rather than our baseless assessments about the future and about the character and quality of others.
In view of the foregoing explanation, I would not recommend a God-fearing person to involve in any such field, which is of no real utility for his life in this world or in the hereafter. Palmistry, in my opinion, belongs to this class of disciplines, till such time as its predictive nature is generally recognized to be accurate and scientific.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
The Learner
I just want to know about the Islamic position of PALMISTRY. Is it forbidden in Islam? Please explain with the help of QURAN & HADITH.
Waqas, Pakistan
Reply
Islam is not against gaining any knowledge that is useful for the human society or contributes in the development of the human mind. The only point that needs to be established is that the field of Palmistry has gained the status of a science, and thus can be categorized as useful knowledge.
Those who believe that palmistry is, in fact, a science, should first get its status generally recognized as one. Without such recognition, palmistry cannot be considered useful for the human mind or the society, in general.
The Encyclopedia Britannica writes:
… there is no scientific support for the contention that the physical features observed in palmistry have psychic or occult predictive meaning,
Till such time as the field is recognized as a science on the basis of which accurate predictions can be made, its utility in my mind remains highly questionable. Deep involvement in this field renders a person superstitious and a conjecturer, which obviously is not approved by Islam.
God has given us our faculty to reason, understand and analyze. Islam wants us to make use of this faculty and take our decisions in the light of the guidance provided by our mind and then have faith in our Creator and Controller that He shall help us in life. Fields like palmistry have the potential of greatly affecting our personality. I have personally seen people, who are deeply involved in such fields, living their lives in superstitions and conjectures. They take their decisions, not on the basis of reason and faith, but on the basis of their (mostly inaccurate) assessments of the day, the week, the month and the year. I feel that such a behavior have rendered them completely devoid of any faith in God. Islam, on the other hand wants us to live a life of faith and reliance on God, rather than our baseless assessments about the future and about the character and quality of others.
In view of the foregoing explanation, I would not recommend a God-fearing person to involve in any such field, which is of no real utility for his life in this world or in the hereafter. Palmistry, in my opinion, belongs to this class of disciplines, till such time as its predictive nature is generally recognized to be accurate and scientific.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
The Learner
Palmistry in Islam
roemasa
Question :
Question :
Respected scholars, as-salamu `alaykum.What is the teaching of Islam concerning palmistry? Is palmistry a truth or falseness? Are we allowed to practice it or to visit a palmist?Jazakum Allahu khayran.Answer (Sheikh Ahmad Kutty) :Wa `alaykum as-salam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh. In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.Dear sister in Islam, we commend your pursuit of knowledge and your keenness to seek what is lawful and to avoid what is not. We earnestly implore Allah so that He would save us all from the traps of Satan and enlighten our hearts with the light of Islam. As far as the Islamic Shari`ah is concerned, it is forbidden for us to consult a so-called fortune-teller or astrologer. As Muslims, we believe that no one but Almighty Allah can have knowledge of the unseen. Full and accurate knowledge of the future is possessed only by Allah, All-Knowing, Who said in the Qur'an, (No soul knows what it will earn on the morrow) (Luqman 31:34).In response to your question, Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, senior lecturer and Islamic scholar at the Islamic Institute of Toronto, Canada, stated,Palmistry is not a science; it is simply based on guesswork and speculation about the future without any scientific basis. Islam is opposed to it, just as it is opposed to all forms of superstitions and irrational practices.There are so many ills associated with palmistry: It breeds laziness and sloth and encourages charlatans to exploit the gullible and credulous people. One of the prayers of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) was the following: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from helplessness, laziness, cowardice, and miserliness."Because palmistry entails speaking of Al-Ghayb (things exclusively known by Allah) based on mere guesswork, it is contrary to tawheed (belief in the Oneness of Allah), which is the cornerstone of Islam. Therefore, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) warned the faithful against indulging in such practices. He said, "Whoever visits a foreteller [which includes palmists, tarot readers, etc.] and believes in his [or her] words has denied what was revealed to Muhammad [i.e. the Qur'an]."He also said, "Whoever goes to a fortune-teller and asks him [or her] about something and then believes in his [or her] words will have his [or her] Prayer rejected for 40 days." May Allah help us safeguard our faith against the actions that undermine or diminish it in any way. Amen.
Source : Islamonline
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