Throw the dice
Dice have been used since 2000 B.C, maybe even earlier.
Dice were known by egyptians, greeks and romans. They were first made
of knucklebones from holy rituals, and the earliest dice were used in
many games. In Asia they were made of precious metals which should strengthen
their power.
Use of dice in prophecies are probably developed by the art of reading the
fortune by drawing lots. One of these methods, astragalomantics, used an
early version of out dice, socalled astragals (anklebones from sheep.) They
had four recognizable sides and were easy to interpret, because each side
had a certain value.
The Arabs didn't throw dice, but developed a method based on pebbles.
The pebbles didn't have to be marked if they were different enough not
to be mistaken for another. The fortune-teller, who knew the meaning of
the stones, kept this knowledge for himself. Even today african witch-doctors
tell the future with the help of a bag filled with "wise stones."
There have been, and are, many different but at the same time similar
methods to tell the future, by throwing dice, stones, pieces of wood marked
with letters, shells, holy arrows... In practically all these methods
of throwing it is probable that the way the objects fall down, is influenced
by the person throwing them.
Some people say that the dice should only be thrown on behalf of others,
while others say they should be thrown in silence. Even others believe
that cold weather and a calm athmosphere is crucial. The best is probably
to get your own dice and store them in their own place.
While you shake the dice before you throw them on a flat surface, think
of your question!
You probably often will search for the connection between your question
and the answer, but a moment of reflection should be enough to guide the
interpretation of the hints into appropriate tracks, and give you new
perspectives on any kind of situation.
I will describe two methods used to interpret the answer:
[The Oracle] [Astragalomantics]
The Oracle
(If you don't have your own dice, you may close your eyes and point on
the screen.
Then click on the combination you got.)
Interpretation:
![[1]](future/d1.gif)
"Peace at all cost" is one thing, but don't give in if your common
sense tells you the opposite. Talk with your partner and others who
can give you relevant advices. Don't feel committed to follow the
advice, but think carefully about it. If money are involved, don't
feel tempted by alluring prospects of an easily come by profit. |
![[1]](future/d1.gif)
Resources and intelligence should bring you out of the situation unharmed
- unless you lose your strength or increase your money- or energy-consumption.
Jealousy directed toward you will not be fruitful. Try to undestand
and show breadth of mind. |
![[1]](future/d1.gif)
Tolerance is always helpful when personal problems shall be solved,
and don't let your rational thinking restrict it. Be sincere instead
of showing a false attitude. If you are tempted to play high, you
should consider what will happen if you lose. |
![[1]](future/d1.gif)
If the whole thing has gone too far and you think it's need for action,
you may be right and should use all your might to tidy up until the
pieces come together. Life takes and gives. Fortune and misfortune
come and go. Take both with you on your journey through life. |
![[2]](future/d2.gif)
It's smart to be careful, but too much critisism can create waves.Try
to show understanding for the weaknesses of others. Sometimes it can
be rewarding to pour unlimited from both moneybag and devotion, so
don't let carefulness become sparingness. |
![[2]](future/d2.gif)
Natural tact and consideration can help you with your problems as
long as you don't let others disturb you. An impulse buying don't
necessarily have to be wasted, but try to draw a good box office by
your own means. |
![[2]](future/d2.gif)
It's better to work in silence than to talk big. Don't let a possible
yearning for a partner fool you to show too much trust. Frictions
between economy and generosity must be fought out with judgment. |
![[2]](future/d2.gif)
Don't force your opinions on others. Their more myopic view may give
reason for afterthought. Your weighty arguments may tip the scale
pan the wrong way, so be a bit reserved. If you think others behave
strange, maybe it's reason to consider if they may be right. |
![[2]](future/d2.gif)
If anyone can exploit the situation to make a profit by you, they're
likely to do so. If your problem involves oters, you should check
their motives thoroughly before you show them trust. If you give them
an inch, will they take a mile? Think carefully. |
![[3]](future/d3.gif)
"Peace at any cost" seldom is a favorable solution. Neither does it
help to close your eyes to the problems. If you have been taken in,
you have to take care of it yourself. It's not much use to trust in
help fromoutside. Reject any offer of money easy come by. Hard wor
put in system will bear fruit in the long run. |
![[3]](future/d3.gif)
Even if it sometimes can be profitable to run a risk, you shouldn't
close your eyes for the dangers. To follow your own desires can make
results, but be alert this time, especially if the matter concerns
a partner (in business or love). |
![[3]](future/d3.gif)
If a partner is involved in the matter, you should let the doubt benefit
the concerned. Maybe he/she is right. But don't trust this person
unconditionally. It may be wise to follow the his/her advice, but
only on your conditions. |
![[3]](future/d3.gif)
If others are involved, use a firm grip and take the lead instead
of following the queue. Your conviction is built on solid founded,
natural instincts, which you shouldn't fight. Listen to these if the
matter has small or large dimensions. |
![[4]](future/d4.gif)
Ambitions can be hampered by exaggerated carefulness, so seize all
possibilities for success without thinking too much on what may happen
if you don't succeed. As for home and leisure, you have great plans.
Exploit new possibilities and enjoy yourself over them. |
![[4]](future/d4.gif)
You shall listen to advice. You need that now. Show respect for what
others have to say. If what you hear is against your instincts, you
should question the last mentioned. Others isn't always wrong even
if your strong self-confidence would like to convince you about just
that. |
![[4]](future/d4.gif)
If an emotional problem should appear, it will be difficult to solve.
Wether the prophecy concerns you or others, you shouldn't trample
on anybody and everybody. The solution will probably come suddenly,
either because you see it quickly yourself or it is imputed on you.
|
![[5]](future/d5.gif)
Choose the least probable solution. Don't look for conventional solutions,
because originality is what is needed. Several people can be involved
in a romance, something which may create confusion for you. Possibly
it is another who make the neccesary decision. |
![[5]](future/d5.gif)
You are the one who lead. As long as you get an overview of the situation
and avoid seizing upon the least trifle, the solution you see will
be the correct. Recommend it strongly for your partners. |
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Concentrate yourself to avoid excitement. Vivid emotions makes it
difficult to make the right decisions. Try to ignore all the others
and do what is right for you. If the conclusions you reach benefit
not only you, you should realize them in practice. |
Astragalomantics
As an alternative to the above alternative, you may want to try the modern
version of astragalomantics. Earlier the fortune-teller used two astragals
(usually right and left anklebone of a sheep), but today it is perfectly
allright to use dice. The method let you use the dice to get an answer to
definite, direct questions.
First draw a circle on the ground or table, with a diameter of 30 cm
(12 inches). Concentrate about the question and throw the dice at the
circle. (Don't regard the one which possibly stops outside.) Add up the
numbers the dice shows, and find the answer in the following table:
1 |
Yes |
2 |
No |
3 |
Be careful |
4 |
Be wise |
5 |
Good luck |
6 |
Of course |
7 |
Be strong in faith |
8 |
Be patient |
9 |
Quite sure |
10 |
Doubtful |
11 |
Nonsense |
12 |
A stroke of luck |