Mount of Mars
The Mount of Mars appears in two places: Lower Mars, inside the life line above the thumb, and Upper Mars, on the outer edge between Mercury and Luna. Palmists link them with courage, drive, endurance and self-control.
Also known as: mars mount, mangal parvat
Mars, Mangal in Jyotish, is the planet of energy and courage, and palmistry gives it two mounts, with the hollow Plain of Mars between them at the centre of the palm. Together they are read for how you meet challenges: by taking action or by holding your ground.
Lower Mars, just above the Mount of Venus and below Jupiter, inside the start of the life line, is linked with physical courage, assertiveness and drive. Upper Mars, on the outer edge below the Mount of Mercury and above Luna, is linked with endurance, moral courage and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
A balanced pair suggests someone brave but measured. A very full Lower Mars can show a quick temper; a very full Upper Mars, stubborn resistance. Flat mounts suggest a gentle person who prefers to avoid conflict.
Mars is often associated with aggression, so these mounts can sound combative. In palmistry their best expression is resilience: standing up for yourself and others, and staying steady when things are hard.