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Vedic Palmistry

Vedic Palmistry

Andrew Mason

(2017)

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Abstract

Palmistry is an integral part of Jyotish practice (astrology) that helps to determine an individual's physical, mental and karmic potential. A full explanation of how to read a palm from the point of view of Vedic wisdom is provided, with tips on how to identify and time those areas impacting on wealth, health and longevity. This book teaches you to analyse the possible implications of life-events as seen from the lines (Rekha) on the palm. This book also offers a number of methods to placate astrological influences via the use of yantra, mantra and gemstones, for example, explaining which gemstones to wear and on which finger. This guide is a thorough introduction to the practice of Vedic palmistry for students and practitioners of the Vedic tradition and those with a general interest in the occult sciences of India, but also for anyone interested in what the hand can tell them about their life potential and circumstances.
Andrew Mason is an expert in Eastern Alchemy and fully-trained Ayurveda practitioner. Andrew has studied the manufacturing of ancient remedies in the East and continues to record and catalogue these traditional techniques in the UK.

As palm reading moves into the modern age, with its emphasis on free will, self-determination, psychology and self-knowledge, it's always good to be reminded of where palmistry began its journey.

This is an excellent and very well-written work on the ancient tradition of Vedic Palmistry or Hasta Rekha Shastra. I learned a lot from this book, as anyone fascinated by the traditions, history and origins of palmistry would be. Highly recommended!


Johnny Fincham, author of The Spellbinding Power of Palmistry, Apprentice to Pro in Twenty-Four Hours and Palmistry Made Easy
This is a wonderful palmistry book, especially for astrologers schooled in the Hindu/Vedic system known as Jyotish. There is a wealth of knowledge here for anyone who wishes to delve deeper into the subject than has ever been possible. The text is easy to understand, clear and precise, comprehensive and well researched. While there are many modern palmistry books, as well as the older ones by Cheiro, on the market, this text exceeds those by leaps and bounds, incorporating rich detailed ancient Vedic writings. Andrew Mason, who studied Jyotish and palmistry in Sri Lanka with several teachers, appears to have written something of a masterpiece! Bravo.
James Braha, Vedic Astrologer
Vedic Palmistry - Hasta Rekha Shastra succeeds in giving a detailed account of the ancient palmistry practices. With easy to follow text and clear illustrations, rekhas (lines), grahas (planets) and rashis (zodiacal signs) are all skilfully brought into the light of understanding.
Professor Hari Shankara Sharma Ph.D., Ayurveda – Post graduation studies and research (IPGT&R) Gujarat Ayurveda University (Ret).

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Vedic Palmistry: Hasta Rekha Shastra by Andrew Mason 3
Acknowledgements 6
Introduction - Vedic Palmistry 10
Signs upon the Body 13
Rekhas (Lines) 13
Overview of the Book 14
Part I - Topography of the Hand 17
1. Which Hand Do I Look At? 18
2. Hand Topography and Āyurveda 19
Air Hand 20
Fire Hand 21
Water Hand 22
Mixed Types 23
3. Maha Guna \n(Sattva-Rajas-Tamas) 24
Maha Guna on the Hand 25
Part II - The Lines (Rekhas) 29
4. Rekhas (Lines) 30
Primary Lines (Pradhāna) 31
Secondary Lines (Aṃśāṃśa) 34
Miscellaneous Lines (Prakīrṇa) 40
Symbols (Chinha) 44
Fingerprints (Hastā-Mudrā) 49
Timelines (Kālamāna Rekha) 51
Part III - Planets and Zodiac Signs 55
5. Palmistry and Astrology 56
Introduction to the Planets 56
Planetary Portraits 57
Sun (Sûrya) 58
Moon (Chandra) 60
Mercury (Budha) 62
Mars (Kuja) 64
Jupiter (Brihaspati) 66
Venus (Shukra) 68
Saturn (Shani) 70
Lunar Nodes (Rāhu and Ketu) 72
6. Planetary Mounds and Zodiacal Signs 76
Planetary (Parvata7) Mounds 76
Lunar Nodes 77
Astrological Signs (Rashis) 77
Portraits of Rashis 78
Part IV - Nakshatras\n (Lunar mansions) 83
7. Nakshatras and the Palm 84
8. Nakshatras and Jyotish 87
9. Lunar Mythology 89
10. Nakshatra Qualities and their Propitiation 90
11. Health and Nakshatras 119
Part V - Upayas (Remedial Measures) 127
12. Remedial Measures (Upayas) 128
Gemstones (Maṇi) 129
Modern Approaches 130
Preparing, Setting, Pairing and Wearing of Gemstones 130
Health Benefits of Gemstones 132
The Legend of Bala and Gemstones 133
13. Metal (Dhātu) 135
Seven Tissues (Sapta Dhātu) 135
Properties of Metal 137
14. Yantra/Talisman 140
Suraya 142
15. Charmed Thread (Pirithnoola) 143
16. Sacred Sounds (Mantra) 147
17. Deviyo-Bandana (Deity Worship) 150
Honouring Navagrahas 151
Conclusion 155
Appendix - The Bajaj Seer (An Introduction to Vedic Palmistry) 158
Bibliography 171
Index 173
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