The primary identifier used to locate a candidate leaf bundle is the seeker's thumbprint: Males: Right thumb impression. Females: Left thumb impression. Nadi systems classify thumbprints into 108 distinct pattern categories. No birth date or name is requested at this stage.

The astrologer searches the library archives for palm leaf bundles tagged under the seeker's specific thumbprint category. Each primary bundle typically contains anywhere from 50 to 100 individual leaves.

To locate the single exact leaf written for the seeker, the reader conducts a step-by-step elimination process, usually asking strictly "Yes" or "No" questions based on facts inscribed on the leaf: Statement Recital: The reader translates poetic, ancient Tamil/Sanskrit scripts into clear statements (e.g., "You are the second child in your family," "Your mother's name starts with a vowel," or "You work in finance"). Elimination: If any single statement is incorrect, that leaf is discarded, and the reader moves to the next leaf. If all statements on a leaf are correct, the verification continues on that leaf. Confirmation: The match is confirmed when a leaf contains key identifying details (Sakshis)—such as your full name, parents' names, spouse's name, and exact birth details—without you ever revealing them to the reader.

Once the leaf is verified, the main reading begins. Nadi predictions are structured into distinct chapters known as Kandams:

If negative planetary placements or past karmas are identified in Chapter 13, the astrologer outlines specific remedies in Chapter 14 to minimize their impact. Common remedies include: Visiting specific ancient temples. Performing targeted rituals (Pujas or Homas). Engaging in targeted acts of charity (Anandhanam or donations).

Since the leaf text is written in poetic ancient Tamil, the reader chants the original verse line by line and translates it into modern prose (or via an interpreter into languages like English, Hindi, or Telugu). Modern sessions—whether conducted in-person or via online video call—are typically recorded on audio/video for the seeker to keep. Would you like to know more about the different schools of Nadi (e.g., Agastya Nadi, Siva Nadi, Bhrigu Nadi) or how to prepare for a session?