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Book 9 · Signature

Large eyes signify someone greedy and gluttonous, especially if they protrude from the head. Continually blinking eyes indicate weak sight and a timid, anxious person. Eyes which move quickly here and there at the sight of people indicate an amorous heart, prudence and ready invention. Continually downcast eyes indicate a bashful, modest person. Red eyes signify someone bold and brave. Shining eyes which do not move readily indicate a hero, magnanimous, brave, lively and formidable to his enemies.

What large ears signify.

Flattened ears.

Large ears indicate good hearing, good memory, attentiveness, diligence and a healthy brain and head. Flattened ears are a bad omen, generally indicating someone malicious, fraudulent and unjust, with poor hearing and memory, fearless and readily exposing himself to danger.

What a long nose signifies.

What a snub nose signifies.

What a pointed nose signifies.

What an extended nose signifies.

A long nose curved downwards is a good sign. It signifies someone energetic, prudent, secretive and stern, yet just. A snub nose indicates someone malicious, false, lustful, lying and inconstant. A pointed nose signifies a crafty deceiver and mocker. An extended nose signifies someone slow in every business, yet outstanding in sense of smell.

What dimpled cheeks signify.

What an elongated chin signifies.

What a cleft chin signifies.

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