Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bibliomancy
noun
ˌbɪb.li.əˈmæn.si
Definition
The practice of seeking knowledge or prophecy from a book, especially by randomly selecting a passage.
Examples
- She practiced bibliomancy to find guidance in her life decisions.
- In times of uncertainty, he would turn to bibliomancy with the sacred text.
Meaning
Bibliomancy involves opening a book, often a religious text, and interpreting the first passage or sentence that one sees, as a means of divination or insight.
Synonyms
- Divination
- Fortune telling
- Prophecy
