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Divination
Divination encompasses practices seeking guidance or knowledge through signs, lots and interpretation in different cultural settings.
How to approach it
A reading begins by recognising a sign and relating it to a question. Describe the observation first, then explore its associations: the image opens a reflection rather than imposing a conclusion.
An important distinction
Historical accounts, religious beliefs and reflective games can share symbols while serving different purposes.
An example to explore
Before consulting, identify what is randomly selected, what is observed and who assigns the result its meaning.
Taking the idea further
To explore further, compare the related concepts and note differences in material, procedure and interpretation. If you open a related tool, read its own rules; sharing a symbol does not mean carrying out the same practice.