Indian Palmistry

Delving into the ancient art of cheiromancy, this work opens a window onto the Indian tradition of reading palms, linking it to myth, astrology and even biblical references. The author traces the practice from the time of the Buddha, through early European translations, and presents it as a disciplined system rather than mere superstition. With a clear, conversational style, the text explains how the lines, mounts and shapes of the hand were once believed to mirror planetary influences and personal destiny.

The heart of the book offers a practical guide to the “mounts” of the hand—Jupiter on the forefinger, Saturn on the middle, the Sun on the ring, Mercury on the little finger—and what their prominence or lack thereof might suggest about character, talent and future prospects. Readers are invited to examine their own palms, learning to interpret signs of ambition, wisdom, creativity or modesty, all framed in language that feels both scholarly and approachable.