Divination Arts

Lychnomancy

Lamp divination, also called lampadomancy or lychnomancy, interprets a lamp flame as an omen.

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

Like pyromancy, it attends to fire, but specifically to a lamp; it provides no universal colour code.

An example to explore

In an illustration, a steady flame might represent perseverance. This is a narrative association, not evidence of spiritual intervention.

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.

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