Bibliomancy is the practice of seeking spiritual insight or guidance through books, often using sacred texts like the Bible. But you can do this with any book of your choice. You can use it to select a recipe, your meal at a restaurant, literally anything and for any reason.
People do this unknowingly everyday. Even randomly selecting a book off the shelf at the library is a form of divination.
This technique has been used for centuries as a form of divination or wisdom-seeking tool.
It involves randomly selecting a passage or verse with the intent of receiving a message or insight related to a specific question or situation at hand.
The process of bibliomancy typically follows a few simple steps:
First, start by centering yourself. You can do this by taking a few breaths, or through meditation or prayer and set a clear intention for the session.
Then, hold or think about your question or situation as you open the selected book at random.
Turn to a page and point to a passage without looking. The text where your finger lands is then read and interpreted for guidance relevant to your question or situation.
In a recent reading for the collective, I discussed the Biblical Tarot and how it integrates Bibliomancy beautifully with traditional Tarot practices.
This deck assigns bible verses to individual cards, marrying the rich symbolism of tarot with the divine wisdom contained in the Bible.
For instance, drawing the “Knight of Candles” card relates to Joshua 1:9, which emphasizes strength and courage in the face of adversity. This allows seekers to receive profound spiritual insights and practical life advice uniquely tailored to their circumstances.
Bibliomancy bridges spiritual traditions and offers personal, intuitive guidance through revered or even ordinary texts.
It encourages you to trust in the synchronicity of life and the divine messages that may manifest through seemingly random selections.
Whether through sacred scripture, favorite literature, or spiritual texts, Bibliomancy provides clarity, comfort, and direction for life's challenges and decisions.