The Magic of Bead Divination

Fortune Telling Using Beads

Fortune telling with beads—also known as bead divination—is an ancient and intuitive practice used to gain insight, clarity, and guidance about the future. In this mystical art, the casting or selection of beads becomes a powerful tool for connecting with deeper wisdom. Each bead, with its color, shape, and placement, holds symbolic meaning, allowing the reader to interpret messages and patterns that speak to the querent’s journey. Whether used for decision-making, self-discovery, or spiritual reflection, bead divination offers a tactile and meaningful way to explore the unseen.

Disclaimer: The fortune-telling methods described on this page are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. They are not intended to be used as a substitute for professional advice, scientific analysis, or decision-making in areas such as health, finance, legal matters, or any other critical life issues. Always consult a qualified expert for guidance in those fields. The use of bead divination is a personal and spiritual practice, and results may vary based on individual interpretation.

Fortune-Telling with Red and White Beads: "Fulfilling a Wish"

Use this simple bead ritual to find out whether your wish is likely to come true in the near future.

Here’s how to do it:

Take a handful of red and white beads.
Focus your mind and think clearly about your wish.
Place the beads into a deep bowl, then pour in enough semolina (or fine grain) to completely cover them.
With your index finger, draw a triangle on the surface of the semolina. Then, close your eyes and pick out one bead.

Interpreting the result:

Red bead – Your wish will come true very soon.
White bead – Unfortunately, your wish is unlikely to come true, no matter how hard you try.

Fortune-Telling with Seven Crystal Beads

This traditional method uses crystal beads to offer insight into your future. You'll need seven beads: six small ones and one larger bead.

How to perform the reading:

Place all seven beads into a small cup — make sure six are about the same size and one is noticeably larger.
Hold the cup in one hand and cover the top with your other hand.
Gently shake and then empty the beads onto a table covered with red fabric.
Observe how the smaller beads fall in relation to the larger one — this is the key to interpreting your fortune.

How to read the results:

All six beads close to the large one:
A major positive shift is coming. Expect a gift of money or even an inheritance. Your life is about to improve significantly.
Five beads near the large bead:
Visitors are coming, or a joyful trip is on the horizon.
Four beads nearby:
You’re close to reaching an important goal, but rivals or hidden challenges may stand in your way. Be cautious, don’t trust too easily, and give your full effort — success is still within reach.
Three beads close to the large one:
This suggests disappointment in love or emotional letdowns.
Two beads nearby:
You may lose something valuable soon — be alert, especially with your belongings. Guard against theft or careless misplacement.
One bead close to the large one:
Only some of your wishes will come true, and only if you give it your absolute best effort.
Beads form a cross shape:
This is a warning sign. Take extra care of your health and well-being.
Beads form a circle around the large one:
You may be stuck in a repeating pattern. It's time to change your habits — only then can you break free from ongoing problems.

Fortune-Telling with Cat’s Eye, Tiger’s Eye, and Hawk’s Eye Beads

This special bead reading can be performed just once a year to reveal the kind of good fortune the year ahead may bring.

How to perform the ritual:

Use a necklace made with Cat’s Eye, Tiger’s Eye, and Hawk’s Eye beads.
Put on a blindfold and hold the necklace in your hands.
Start counting the beads clockwise, stopping when you reach the 33rd bead.

The type of bead you stop at reveals your fortune for the year:

Cat’s Eye – You’ll experience good luck in love.
Tiger’s Eye – The year brings health and wealth.
Hawk’s Eye – Expect good fortune and a safe path through challenges.

Fortune-Telling with a Pearl Necklace

This ritual is meant to give insight during troubled times in a relationship—especially when you’re unsure whether a breakup is near.

What you’ll need:

A pearl necklace
A bowl of rainwater
A piece of paper

How to prepare:
Before performing the fortune-telling, wear the pearl necklace for nine days straight.
When the young moon (waxing crescent) appears in the sky, it's time to begin.

The ritual:

Pour rainwater into a bowl.
Gently place a piece of paper on the water’s surface.
Take off the pearl necklace, roll it lightly on a table, and then carefully place it onto the paper.
As you do, say the following words three times:
“Necklace, pearls, you are my tears — tell me if he (or she) is still in love with me.”

Interpreting the result:

If the necklace sinks with the paper, it’s a sign that a breakup may be coming soon.
If the necklace stays afloat, there’s no need to worry — the bond is still strong.

Fortune-Telling with a Hyacinth (Jacinth) Necklace

This ancient method dates back to the time of the Syrians, who used it before hunting or fishing to predict the outcome. Today, it can be a powerful ritual for anyone facing a critical moment—such as a businessperson before an important meeting or a student preparing for final exams.

How to perform the ritual:

Wear a Hyacinth (Jacinth) necklace—either around your neck or carry it in your left pocket - for 2 to 3 days before your big event.
After those days, count the number of beads in the necklace.
Add that number to the date of your important day (e.g., if your meeting is on the 15th and the necklace has 20 beads, the total is 35).
Use this final number as your personal sign - you may consult numerology or personal symbols to interpret what this number means for your outcome.