A DICTIONARY OF SYMBOLS
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Baby.—A naked baby near consultant is a sign of sadness
and disappointment caused by those who are nearest and dearest;
to some it is a sign of money worries; a baby in arms means reconciliation.
Bacon.—Pieces
of bacon signify good luck and profitable business.
Badger.—For a
maid, or a bachelor, this symbol predicts a single life, but one
of freedom, health and success; for the married, it implies regret
that they did not remain unmarried.
Bagpipes.—This
symbol gives warning of coming sorrow or much agitation and disturbance.
Ball.—See
Football.
Ballet Dance.—This
is a forecast of unsuccessful plans.
Balloon.—A symbol
which indicates that much is attempted but little achieved; there
is a passing enthusiasm for various experiments and new ideas, but
the interest soon flags, and finally vanishes as the balloon in
the clouds.
Bananas.—These
promise gratification and the occurrence of those things which are
most pleasing to you; also a prediction of much happiness and success
in love affairs.
Banner.—This is
a symbol of a prosperous life for a man and of a wealthy marriage
for a woman.
Barber.—This signifies
the approach of a new interest coming into your life, which will
lead you to be most particular as to your personal appearance.
Barrel.—Festivity,
possibly a picnic; several barrels, prosperity.
Barrel Organ.—Melancholy
and a distaste for present circumstances.
Basin.—This symbol
stands for small ailments and minor worries; a broken basin, domestic
annoyance.
Basket.—Domestic
duties and family cares; if full, a present given or received.
Basket of Flowers.—Happiness
and contentment, fulfilled desires.
Bassoon.—This
musical instrument implies that your energy is apt to exceed your
wit.
Bat.—See
Cricket Bat.
Bath.—This indicates
grief or dismay.
Bats.—An ill omen
showing sickness and trouble in the home; with other signs, a prediction
of death.
Bayonet.—A sign
to be feared; it shows danger of operation, wounds, and pain.
Beans.—These show
quarrels and disputes with relations.
Bear.—A journey
north, sometimes prolonged travel. See also Polar
Bear.
Bed.—A visit,
illness; or death, according to other symbols.
Beef.—A round
of beef foretells coming financial worries.
Beehive.—This
is a symbol of eloquence, mental capacity, and much energy in forming
new schemes and carrying them through; also of attainment to power
and honour.
Bees.—These foretell
success through your own ability, many friends and enjoyment of
life to the full. See also Bumble Bee.
Beetle.—This signifies
unrest, domestic tribulation, or disagreements; several beetles,
that there is a risk of slander and abuse by those whom you regard
as friends.
Beetroot.—This
symbol indicates that someone will try to do you a bad turn, but
it will fail in its object and rather turn out as a benefit.
Bell.—Amazing
news according to other signs in the cup; several bells indicate
a wedding. See also Canterbury Bells, Diving Bell, Handbell.
Belladonna Lily.—This
flower is a sign of hope, love, happiness, and the leading of an
upright and honourable life.
Bellows.—These
show an endeavour to make the best of a bad business.
Besom.—This gives
a caution to avoid meddling in other people's affairs or you may
find yourself regarded as an unpleasant busybody.
Bier.—A symbol
of death; if near consultant, a personal sorrow, otherwise of a
less personal nature.
Billiard table.—Pleasure followed by regret.
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