A DICTIONARY OF SYMBOLS
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Peonies.—You
will probably be called upon to make a decision of much importance
before another summer is past; broken peonies predict that you may
possibly throw away your chance of happiness by coming to a wrong
conclusion.
Pepper-Pot.—This
means vexation and unreasonable irritation which you will endeavour
to conceal.
Perambulator.—News
of a birth.
Pestle.—A sign
of decisive measures; a remedy for a grievance or an ill.
Pheasant.—Good
fortune; new friends; if flying, speedy and propitious news.
Piano.—This is
a sign that you will make the most of your opportunities and will
gain that for which you have aimed; to musicians, a sign of advancement.
Pickaxe.—This sign
proclaims labour troubles and strikes.
Pig.—This assures
you of gain and success in agricultural interests; it also denotes
that you may expect a present of money or a legacy.
Pigeons.—These
show reconciliation with someone dear to you from whom you have
been estranged; if flying, important and pleasant news is on its
way; if stationary, delay in the arrival of important news.
Pillar.—A symbol
of strength, protection from danger, and of good and powerful friends;
a broken pillar predicts sorrow and despair.
Pillar Box.—Important
or specially interesting correspondence is the meaning of this sign.
Pincers.—A painful
experience; an injury; toothache.
Pincushion.—Thrift,
order, and a well-regulated household.
Pineapple.—A pleasing
indication of wealth, rich friends, and good presents.
Pine Trees.—Happiness
followed by an aftermath of regret.
Pipe.—A visit
from a dear friend; several pipes foreshow news from a man who is
much in your thoughts. See also Meerschaum Pipe, Pan and His Pipes.
Pistol.—An ominous
warning of disaster; with other bad signs, of a violent death.
Pitcher.—This
shows an endeavour to relieve a rather dull and monotonous life,
by throwing your energy into somewhat unnecessary work.
Pitchfork.—A sign
that you are apt to stir up feud, and make peace and quiet impossible.
Plate.—For the
present, you will merely jog along in an ordinary way.
Playing Cards.—See
Ace of Clubs, Ace
of Diamonds, Ace of
Hearts, and Ace of Spades.
Plough.—You must
expect to go through toil and frustration before you finally conquer
your difficulties and achieve triumph.
Plum Pudding.—This
denotes festivity and cheerfulness.
Plums.—These foretell
a new development of plans.
Polar Bear.—This
sign means a journey to a cold climate.
Policeman.—This
tells you to beware of theft and underhand practices; with other
signs, it would indicate trouble probably caused by those with whom
you are most closely associated.
Pope.—Unexpected
gain and future happiness are foretold by this sign.
Poppy.—This flower
is significant of a pleasant occurrence in the early summer.
Porter and Truck.—This
indicates a pending journey or the arrival of a traveller.
Post.—This signifies
a formidable obstacle; if broken, that you will encounter a storm
of opposition to your plan.
Postman.—Important
and profitable news.
Pot.—See Coffee
Pot.
Potato.—You will
have need of patience in your daily life, and will sometimes be
troubled by pecuniary difficulties.
Prancing Lamb.—This
is a symbol of trouble which will have beneficial results and will
lead to contentment and happiness.
Prawns.—These
bring pleasures, presents and satisfactory arrangements.
Prince of Wales' Plumes.—This
is a symbol of pleasant events, stirring topics and sometimes of
personal honour and distinction.
Pudding.—See Plum
Pudding.
Puffin.—This bird
denotes timidity and a desire for solitude; if flying, news from
abroad.
Pulpit.—A love
of talking and a dislike to listening is the meaning of this symbol.
Pump.—Your own
efforts will bring about a fortunate result.
Punch-and-Judy.—You
will read, or hear, of a sensational case in married life.
Purse.—This cautions
you against theft, or carelessness that may lead to losing money.
Pyramids.—These
foreshow attainment to honour, fame and wealth.
