Divinatory Prognosis

Divinatory Prognosis (kha dmar)

• The diverse readings or prognoses concerning natal horoscope and the divinations of marriage, obstacle years, ill-health and death, which depend on the tally of the divinatory pebbles, are to be found in White Beryl. Many of these prognoses are also illustrated on the plates of the present manuscript. It is important to remember that the readings are not deterministic but prescriptive. If the recommended rituals are performed, the predicted outcome can be avoided or secured. GD (from the Glossary to Tibetan Elemental Divination Paintings)