Human Limbs.

Immoral, adulterous, and lascivious embraces between men and women are notably expressed through the indecent control of the lips during kissing. However, we do not find it advisable to elaborate further on this here, as it is more appropriately placed in another part of our arrangement. The size of the lips in life is very varied, yet smaller lips, not too small, are considered the most beautiful. These are especially so when they are naturally red and shut a lovely mouth, enhancing the face greatly.

Regarding lips, some see innate flaws or natural virtues in humans, believing that thin lips and a large mouth, particularly where the upper rests on the lower, often signify courage. Such expressions somewhat resemble those of lions. On the other hand, thin lips and a small mouth, resembling those of cats, suggest a lack of ability and timidity, but they do possess a cat-like wit, which is somewhat mischievous. When thin lips become swollen near the canine teeth, this generally suggests a lack of nobility and a foul nature. Such a mouth and teeth set resemble that of a pig. Those whose upper lip and gum protrude greatly are often prone to ridicule, mockery, and criticism. Polemon notes they are harsh speakers and their fingers are somewhat hooked. Those whose upper lip slightly overhangs the lower often come across as cautious individuals. Aesop, notable in this virtue,