These dots and lines are then calculated into the first set of the 16 geomantic figures. I am somewhat simplifying this, as there are several rounds of calculations to create the set of geomantic figures. However, once the geomantic figures are created they are then used to divine your future.
Now, there is a bit more to it than that as well, of course. Depending on the reading you are doing, there are different “spreads” or charts you can use. One common chart, is the shield chart. Another is using the houses in astrology. We can get into more of that in a later post if you’re interested.
Or, you can read the first book I bought on the subject that gave me the foundation for everything I know on the subject. It is still one of my favorite books today, and definitely something I have referenced more than once since – for geomancy, but also for the other magickal teachings in the book which we’ll get to in a bit. It will give you a comprehensive guide for doing geomancy for yourself, others, and much more!
Geomancy and Horary Astrology
If you are interested in astrology but don’t have the time or interest to go into all of its details and layers of complexity, geomancy is a great alternative and a great method for you to engage with astrology but in a simpler, and earth-connected way. You can do horary readings using geomancy pretty easily, for example.
Horary readings are where you cast a horoscope or astrology chart to answer a question. So instead of drawing up a natal chart for a person, you are creating one for the question, using the time and place the question is being asked, in place of a birth date and time.
Geomancy can be used for horary readings as well. You cast a your geomantic figures, and then use the astrology chart to place the geomantic figures in the appropriate houses. From there, the reading will answer the question asked by the querent – just as you would in an astrology horary reading.
Geomancy and Earth Magick
What makes geomancy so beautiful is its connection to the earth, the cosmos, and our lives through the patterns around us.