What Is a Turkish Coffee Reading?
The practice of Turkish coffee reading, sometimes referred to as tasseography, is descendant from the tradition of tea leaf reading. There are many cultures that practice Turkish coffee readings, and, though they may differ in interpretation of patterns, the overarching practice remains the same.
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Features
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The Turkish coffee reading begins with the traditional preparation of a Turkish coffee, which is then served in a traditional demitasse cup. Once the seeker has finished the cup of coffee, the reading can begin.
Misconceptions
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Some people mistakenly think you need to have a certain type of coffee bean for Turkish coffee readings. Any type of ground coffee bean will do; the name "Turkish coffee" refers to the process of preparing the coffee by hand in a small pot, with the optional additions of cardamom pods and sugar.
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Process
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After the seeker finishes drinking the coffee, she should return the cup to the reader, who will lay the cup on its side and spin it three times clockwise to scatter the dregs. Next the coffee cup is placed upside down, with a napkin beneath it, and left alone for a couple of minutes.
Interpretation
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Interpretations vary among cultures, with Turkish readers suggesting that an eye means someone is jealous of you, a triangle is an indication of money or gifts in your future and a circle means good fortune. Other symbols that indicate good fortune include a star, a cube, a rectangle, a palm tree and a key.
Where to Go
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If you are traveling in Turkey you will have many opportunities to have your coffee grounds read. Some fortune tellers may also offer Turkish coffee readings.
You can use a symbols guide to interpret symbols yourself, and you should be able to find Turkish coffee supplies at a local middle eastern food store.
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