hieromancy

[hahy-er-uh-man-see]

hieromancy Definition

  • 1divination by examining sacrificial animals
  • 2divination by interpreting the entrails of animals

Using hieromancy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hieromancy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The ancient Greeks practiced hieromancy by examining the entrails of animals.

  • Example

    Hieromancy was a popular form of divination in ancient Rome.

Origins of hieromancy

from Greek 'hieros' meaning 'sacred' and 'manteia' meaning 'divination'

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Summary: hieromancy in Brief

'Hieromancy' [hahy-er-uh-man-see] is a noun that refers to divination practices that involve examining sacrificial animals or interpreting their entrails. This practice was common in ancient Greece and Rome.