Clearing the Waters

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The book explores the intriguing role of card divination within the Portuguese Book of Saint Cyprian, particularly its depiction in 19th-century editions. It delves into a unique pseudo-hagiographical narrative and incantation linked to a purported seven-year journey of Saint Cyprian at sea. The thematic, methodological, and historical implications of this incantation raise questions about its relevance and origins, as similar texts appear in various cartomancy traditions, highlighting the complexities of 'Cyprianic' divination practices.