Treatise on Physiognomy

...when two names are joined, it does not lead to a path of wandering. || 12 || Regarding the lineage gotra, if the lines are faint or broken, it indicates anger or a lack of domestic harmony; however, through sacrificial offerings original: "homa", the lineage is again purified. || 13 ||

From the origin of the lines, if they appear broken or thin, they cause distress to the heart. Those with even and straight lines are like cool, sheltering trees indicating a dependable and calm nature; those with uneven or jagged lines are of bad character kushilaka. || 14 ||

If the lines are intertwined or mixed at the base, it indicates a struggle. From the upward-reaching lines, the number of brothers original: "bhratara" can be known; if the lines are clear, they signify siblings who will thrive. || 15 ||

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If the lines are broken at the top, others will live while the subject's own life-line is shortened. At the age of twenty-five, one finds beauty and prosperity if the lines remain straight. || 16 ||

At the wrist-base manibandha, if the lines have offshoots resembling new leaves original: "patra pallava", it signifies the arrival of great wealth sampada. If these lines turn outward toward the mount of the hand, they represent vast fortunes. || 17 ||

Through the presence of barley-shaped marks yava small oval marks on the joints of the fingers, one attains knowledge, fame, and various riches. If a mole original: "tilaka" or a barley-mark is found at the base [of the thumb], it indicates a life of virtue. For men, these marks are auspicious on the right hand; for women, they are found on the left hand. || 18 ||

Enmity or conflict is indicated if the lines are crossed. On the ring finger anamika, if a barley-mark is found, it indicates a person who stays near the shore potentially referring to trade or a steady life by water...