The Divinatory Art of Geomancy: An Introduction

In this 8-week livestream course, you will embark on a captivating journey into geomancy - a divination art that interprets marks and symbols for guidance. 

Geomancy interprets the arrangement of symbols and figures, created through various techniques such as making marks in sand. By studying the pattern of these marks, you can unveil the answers to a wide range of questions. Geomancy has been renowned for its ability to reveal hidden truths about relationships, health, career prospects, and even uncover the whereabouts of buried treasures.

This method of divination strikes a remarkable balance between simplicity and intricate depth, making it accessible for beginners while offering profound mastery for those who delve further. Over the course of this eight week course, you will develop your ability to use geomancy as a powerful tool for guidance, personal empowerment, and spiritual growth.

Rooted in the belief that the Earth is a living entity with its own wisdom, geomancy was once a tremendously popular form of divination, second only to astrology. Through its history, geomancy has been deeply influenced by astrological methods, earning it the affectionate title of "Astrology's little sister". Regrettably, the practice experienced a decline during the industrial revolution as tastes and fashions changed.

What sets geomancy apart is its remarkable versatility – it can be performed without the need for elaborate tools and is accessible from any location. In moments when extra guidance is sought, geomancy acts as a profound way to access the Earth's ancient wisdom, allowing individuals to make well-informed decisions and navigate their life's journey with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.

Throughout this course, a balanced blend of theory, practical exercises, and spiritual development will equip participants with the skills to cast and interpret geomantic figures, patterns, and charts. You will start your journey in using geomancy readings for yourself and others, offering valuable guidance and much-needed clarity when navigating life's challenges.

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Course syllabus:

Week 1: Introduction to geomancy

• Understanding the history and origins of geomancy
• Introduction to the occult elements (Fire, Air, Water, Earth)
• The anatomy of a figure and elemental associations

Week 2: The 16 figures of geomancy & casting

• The 16 figures and their meanings
• Images of the figures
• Is it favourable?
• Learning various techniques to cast a geomantic figure

Week 3: Connecting to the Anima Mundi & forming a question

• Introduction to the Anima Mundi
• Horary theory and the question - What is a 'good' question?
• Introduction to geomantic addition
• Casting a triplicity/triad

Week 4: Casting the Shield Chart

• Casting the shield chart
• Chart parity
• Halted charts
• Interpreting the court

Week 5: Structure of the Shield Chart

• Structure of the shield chart (left vs right, elemental fields)
• Interpreting the shield chart
• The shield chart houses
• The way of the points

Week 6: Interpreting the triplicities & the concept of movement

• The four triplicities or triads
• Movement in the chart
• Answering questions of movement
• Answering questions of receiving

Week 7: Creating the story & practice

• Fleshing out a reading by building a story
• Developing intuition and refining observation skills for accurate readings
• Revisiting the triplicities and the elemental attributes and anatomy (dignities)
• Charts for love, career, and health
• Open practice - chart clinic.

Week 8: Questions of time and scrying the figures

• Questions of time
• Spiritual exercises to connect with the figures
• Ethical considerations of divination readings
• Developing a personal practice and self-reflection techniques
• Group practice

Upon completion, you will have a solid understanding of geomancy divination with the shield chart, and will be able to conduct meaningful and insightful readings for yourself and others. You will be equipped with the necessary tools to embark on a deeper exploration of this ancient divination system or pursue further studies in geomancy.

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This course will be recorded. Links to the full video recordings will be available for replay to all those who book for three months from the course start date.

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Important: The UK switches to Greenwich Mean Time on Sunday 29 October 2023.

For our students in the UK, your digital clocks should adjust automatically. However, if you are joining from outside the UK, please double-check your time zone with the start time of the final three classes in this course. You will need to log in an hour later than previously.