Every geomantic reading—whether Indian Ramal or Western Geomancy—is built from just sixteen symbolic figures.
Think of them as the alphabet of an ancient symbolic language. Each figure represents a recurring pattern found in human experience:
movement, stability, conflict, growth, endings, beginnings, partnership, loss, and more.
The same sixteen figures are interpreted through two living traditions. Switch between them to compare names, symbolism, and emphasis.
Western GeomancyIndian Ramal Shastra
The 16 Holy Figures
iEach figure is a combination of four lines. A single dot (·)
represents active, solar energy; a double dot (··) represents
receptive, lunar matter. Together, they map the descent of spirit
into form.
Essential Terms
New to geomancy? These are the terms you'll encounter most often while exploring SAGE.