Geomancy
Divination Through Earth Symbols

Geomancy is an ancient method of divination that interprets markings on the ground or patterns
formed by tossed soil, rocks, or sand. The practice uses 16 core symbols, each with its own unique meaning and interpretation.


Fortuna Minor

Fortuna Minor

The Lesser Fortune

Represents fleeting success and temporary advantages. Suggests opportunities that must be seized quickly but warns that gains may not be permanent. Associated with Fire and the Sun.

Keywords: Temporary success, Short-term gains, Volatility
Rubeus

Rubeus

The Red One

A warning symbol associated with passion gone awry, chaos, and potential danger. Suggests need for caution and self-control. Connected with Mars energy.

Keywords: Passion, Chaos, Warning
Laetitia

Laetitia

Joy

Symbolizes happiness, celebration, and positive outcomes. Indicates successful conclusions, emotional fulfillment, and harmonious relationships. Associated with Jupiter.

Keywords: Joy, Success, Celebration
Populus

Populus

The People

Represents crowds, community, and group dynamics. Can indicate peer pressure or the need for social conformity. Also relates to public matters and collective energy.

Keywords: Community, Conformity, Groups
Cauda Draconis

Cauda Draconis

Dragon's Tail

Signifies endings, necessary closures, and release. Represents the descending node of the Moon, associated with karmic lessons and letting go.

Keywords: Endings, Release, Karma
Conjunctio

Conjunctio

Conjunction

Indicates partnerships, mergers, and meaningful connections. Can represent both positive unions and problematic entanglements depending on context.

Keywords: Partnership, Union, Connection
Amissio

Amissio

Loss

Signifies loss or deprivation, but can also represent necessary sacrifices. Often suggests losing something to gain something more valuable.

Keywords: Loss, Sacrifice, Release
Albus

Albus

The White

Represents purity, clarity, and wisdom. Indicates a time for careful contemplation and intellectual pursuits. Associated with Mercury and air signs.

Keywords: Wisdom, Purity, Clarity
Puer

Puer

The Boy

Symbolizes youthful energy, impulsiveness, and martial qualities. Can indicate both enthusiastic action and thoughtless risk-taking.

Keywords: Youth, Action, Impulsiveness
Acquisitio

Acquisitio

Gain

Represents material gains, prosperity, and successful acquisitions. Indicates favorable financial matters and growth opportunities.

Keywords: Prosperity, Growth, Success
Carcer

Carcer

Prison

Signifies restriction, limitations, or confinement. Can indicate self-imposed restrictions or external constraints blocking progress.

Keywords: Restriction, Limitation, Boundaries
Tristitia

Tristitia

Sorrow

Represents sadness, grief, or difficult lessons. Often indicates necessary suffering that leads to personal growth and transformation.

Keywords: Sorrow, Grief, Transformation
Via

Via

The Way

Symbolizes journeys, both physical and spiritual. Indicates movement, change, and the need to remain adaptable to life's transitions.

Keywords: Travel, Change, Journey
Caput Draconis

Caput Draconis

Dragon's Head

Represents new beginnings, opportunities, and favorable starts. Associated with the Moon's ascending node and karmic destiny.

Keywords: Beginnings, Destiny, Opportunity
Puer

Puer

The Boy

Symbolizes youthful energy, impulsiveness, and martial qualities. Can indicate both enthusiastic action and thoughtless risk-taking.

Keywords: Youth, Action, Impulsiveness
Fortuna Major

Fortuna Major

The Greater Fortune

Represents lasting success and stable advantages. Indicates favorable circumstances that have strong foundations and enduring results.

Keywords: Success, Stability, Fortune