Spiritual Divination Readings
Jyotish • I Ching • Mahjong • Bonecastings
Skilled divination readings to
help you find your way
Experienced Divination Practitioners
As dedicated students and practitioners of the art of divination–-an art which has shaped the development of Heartward Sanctuary from the start–-we offer several kinds of readings on a fee basis to church members as well as members of the general public.
Readings are offered primarily by Jonathan Edwards, with Bonecasting readings provided jointly by Jonathan and Julia.
Benefits of Divination and Wayfinding
One might consider getting a spiritual reading in order to:
- Shed light on a burning question or timely issue
- Gain perspective when feeling stuck
- Ask the universe what time it is
- Seek self-knowledge or direction
- Find pathways to healing
Jyotish (Vedic Astrology)
India’s primary technique is an intricate form of astrology passed on in unbroken lineage from the rishis (Vedic seers). Through interpreting the patterns of karma, Jyotish can shed light on many aspects of life, from the mundane to the profound.
As Jyotish is connected to the culture and religion of India, those involved with yogic practices or Hindu traditions may find this style of reading to be a natural fit. However it is not necessary to be a yogi or Hindu to benefit from engagement with this wisdom tradition.
Jonathan Edwards follows the tradition of his primary teacher, Penny Farrow, in the lineage of Hart de Fouw and K.L. Mantri.
I Ching (Yijing) & Mahjong Readings
The Yijing, or Book of Change, is an ancient Chinese oracle and book of wisdom. Consulting the Yi can be akin to asking a wise old grandfather: his messages are resonant, blunt, sometimes oblique, even cantankerous at times, but always worthy of reflection.
Mahjong (also ‘Mahjjong’) readings, a popular folk oracle in China, are based on a spread that uses the symbolism-rich tiles from the mahjong game. This pragmatic style of reading is especially useful when you wish to examine a question or possibility from many different angles.
Bonecasting Divination
Bonecasting is an age-old divination method with roots in the earliest human cultures; versions of bonecasting are in current use among dozens of cultures throughout the African continent especially. Our version is a unique interpretation that has grown out of our studies and life experience, as has our ever evolving set of bones and stones.
Our style of bonecasting is an intimate, intricate process that requires a special word of explanation, which you can find below.
More on Bonecasting Divination
After an invocation to the ancestors and benevolent spirits, the diviner(s) asks the client to grab an assortment of objects from the box. S/he then tosses or spreads them out onto the divination mat. Client and diviner spend the next hour-plus jointly exploring the terrain formed by this configuration of objects. Every individual piece comes with strands of meaningful narrative waiting to be followed and woven into a greater whole. There may be knots to be untied or frayed ends to tend. Always there are places of intersection asking for particular attention.
The process functions as a sort of practical and emotional triage or summary of current concerns: it allows ‘what’s up’ to get out and onto the table. Depending on the specifics of the cast, recommendations for ritual follow-up will typically be suggested (e.g. ancestral work, herbal healing, or other forms of ritual).
Ritual forms the response to the divination’s call, and clients are advised only to make this ‘call’ if they are open to following through with a ritual response. Depending on the specifics of the cast, one to three follow-up sessions are generally recommended for best results.
Please note: Because bonecasting sessions are conducted jointly by Jonathan and Julia, scheduling is more complicated than for other sessions types and availability more limited. Please email info@heartwardsanctuary.org to set up a time.
I Ching and Mahjong Readings can be booked via the button below.
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