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The index finger, for example, is said to be the finger of
"Personal Power and Leadership Success". We naturally use the index finger to
express our personal power. When we are really mad at someone we point at them
and may even put that finger right in their face or poke on them! When this
personal power is habitually strong and direct the index finger actually grows
longer, stronger, and straighter! If you want to see if your boss is really in
the right job, check out her or his index finger. It ought to be strong, long
and straight -- if not a workplace mutiny could be in order! The Leadership
Finger ---- You read that right, the index finger represents the ego and
ambition. This finger is said to be ruled by Jupiter. Now, when interpreting
what a particular index finger is trying to tell us, there are many factors
needed to be taken into account -- that is a general rule in Palmistry and any
kind of fortune telling I'm afraid! When it comes to the index finger, you can
glean information from the position of the said finger, the length, and the
size. You can also get information from comparisons between the person's index
finger, and the other fingers on the hand. The following information has largely
been culled from a copy of Comte C. De Saint-Germain's classic The Study of
Palmistry, which I dug up in one of Mumbai's fabulous book shops, the last time
I was on the SubContinent. Index Finger Position ---- Generally, fingers set
evenly on a line above the mounts are said to indicate success. An absolutely
even line is very seldom met with, and would not be considered either natural or
pretty. Also consider this general rule: any finger set below the others loses
some of its power. On this note, a low-set index finger reduces the size of the
Mount of Jupiter and denotes awkwardness in social matters, often caused by an
unfortunate combination of conceit and ignorance. Perhaps you have seen or you
have for yourself a finger which leans one way or the other? There is meaning in
this, just as there is a meaning in every aspect of Palmistry. If the index
finger leans towards the thumb, this indicates great desire for independence.
However, if the index finger leans towards the middle finger (mine do!) it shows
a morbid pride. Perhaps that is something I ought to acknowledge and work on!
Yet more information can be gained by reading the size of the gaps which exist
between the bases of the fingers. For example, if there is a pronounced gap
between the bases of the index finger and the thumb, generosity is indicated. A
pronounced gap between the index finger and the middle finger (I have such a
gap) indicates independence of thought. If all of the fingers fall apart easily,
this indicates unconventionality. On the other hand, if they all stick close
together most of the time, a stiffness in intercourse with others is shown. Bent
and the Flexibility of Fingers ---- How do you usually hold your hand? It was
pointed out to me (another pun --sorry!) by a pyschic named Janene once that I
often clench my hand -- not quite into a closed fist but at halfway to a fist.
She warned me that if I keep clenching my fingers this way, I am going to end up
with arthritis in my old age. ("And you have better things to do in your old age
than worry about arthritis," she said.) The way people hold their hands, just
like the way they carry their bodies, tells a lot about what is going on inside
that individual. According to the good Comte C. De Saint-Germain, bent is the
natural position (of the hand) when the subject does not know he is observed.
Furthermore, the flexibility of a hand can be judged by the palmist during a
reading/consultation. Hand bent forward. . . If your hand is naturally bent
forward (in upon itself) it is said to represent avarice, meanness, excessive
prudence and cowardice. Hand bent backward. . . If on the other hand your hand
is naturally bent out, it represents unconventional instincts, a jovial
disposition, and talkativeness. Think about: if you see someone walking down the
street with their hands bent out, it does look somewhat Bohemian. It looks like
someone who has a lot of fun in their life! On the issue of flexibility: Stiff
fingers. . . Stiff fingers represent practicality and conventioniality, and a
sometimes hard and unyielding personality. Flexibile fingers. . . A Bohemian
disposition, inquisitiveness, and no idea of the value of money (but the bearers
probably have a lot of fun!) Finger Sizes in General ---- Now we get on to the
matter of finger size. Size is a matter of emphasis -- bigger is stronger and
lesser is weaker. Before considering how to interpret the size of the index
finger in particular, let us discuss what the sizes of all of the fingers in
general mean. According to the honorable and legendary Comte C. De Saint-Germain:
If you have very long fingers. . . This indicates a meddling disposition,
somebody who is forever finding fault, occasionally cruel even if you don't mean
to be, and basically tormenting and tormented. Long fingers. . . A love of
detail is indicated here, and an aptitude for doing small things well. People
with long fingers have good analytical capacities, but can be overly sensitive
sometimes. One of the ancient Sri Lankan scholars Avanmadarttu said that: "DEERGHA
UNELEEKAHA PURUSHO BAHUYOSHITH SAMAGAMAHA." It means that the person whose
fingers are long is the person who has physical relations with many women,
according to one esteemed Indian palmist whose work I have read. Long thin
fingers. . . Here we can find the diplomats, deceivers, card sharpers and
pickpockets of every kind (you can understand how having long thin fingers would
be helpful in this particular profession!) Average fingers. . . People with
average length fingers are generally well balanced, and sometimes very ordinary.
Short fingers. . . Those with short fingers have a quick understanding of things
taken as a whole, and synthetical aptitudes. Also represented here is an
intuitive faculty (providing the fingers have thin joints). Very short fingers.
. . Bohemian, unconventional instincts shown here, and along with that laziness,
selfishness through indifference, and an incapacity to understand and practice
the basic duties of life. Cruelty is shown too -- there is a surrender to
primitive instincts. Some people call these the Ruffian Fingers. Finger Sizes in
Particular ---- Having given some general parameters for how the size of fingers
influences personality, let's get more specific. What does it mean to have a big
or small index finger? It's all a question of comparison with the other fingers.
As the esteemed Comte C. De Saint-Germain says: Index Finger in fair proportion
to other fingers. . . If the index finger is in fair proportion to the other
fingers, and not abnormally long or unusually short, this is a sign of a
moderate love of rule, and an intuitive disposition. Too long. . . If on the
other hand other hand the index finger is too long, the individual will tend
towards tyranny and an abusive love of power. Too short. . . If the index finger
is too short compared to other fingers, the individual dislikes bearing
responsibility. Crooked index finger. . . According to Comte C. De Saint-Germain,
a lack of honor is indicated here. Then again, on a more positive note, curved
index fingers are said by other practitioners to be representative of something
who has many hobbies, and this is definitely true of me (I have slightly curved
index fingers.) For more about curved index or fore fingers, click here.)
Healthy index finger size. . . A balanced ego is indicated when the index finger
(also known as the forefinger) reaches the bottom of the nail of the middle
finger. By this count, my index fingers are a little too long to mark me out as
"balanced". If your index finger is longer than your middle finger. . . A bad
sign here! The spirit is domineering, almost insane. Index finger equals middle
finger. . . If your index finger is the same length as your middle finger, you
have a love of power. This type of index finger has been called the Napoleon
index. Index finger much shorter than middle finger. . . Timidity. The
individual is reticient in everything they do. Findyourfate.com reports the
following wisdom: "A lack of confidence is indicated when the fore finger (index
finger) doesn't reach past the bottom of the nail of the middle finger.) Index
finger much longer than the ring finger. . . Abnormal, unhealthy ambition. Index
finger equal to the ring finger. . . Great desire for fame and riches
represented. Index finger much shorter than the ring finger. . . Shown here is a
lack of ambition and a love of a humdrum existence. Index Finger Shape ---- The
shape of your index finger has a lot to say about your personality. In the
department of Palmistry called chirognomy, paramount importance is devoted to
two distinct features in each finger. The first feature concerns the shape of
the tip of the first (or nailed) phalanx. The second feature concerns the
existence (or absence) of the knots at the joints of the phalanges. Let's
consider first the four most common finger tip shapes, and see what they
represent: Pointed finger tips. . . This type of first phalanx tapers from the
root to the tip, where it ends in a decided point. The person with pointed
finger tips imagines, but does not execute plans well. Conical finger tips. . .
This finger tapers from the root to the tip, where it ends in a round,
thimble-like cone. People with these types of fingers (I am one of them) possess
a mind in which reason and imagination are equally blended. Square finger tips.
. . This finger retains virtually the same length from the root all the way to
the tip. Sometimes it ends in a decided square, but more often it ends in a
semi-rounded square. With this type of finger tip/type, reason rules alone.
Spatulate finger tips. . . Like the square finger, the spatulate finger retains
the same length from the root all the way up. However, this type of finger
actually widens at the tip, such that it looks like a classic druggist's
spatula. Denotes execution without conception or contemplation and little native
reasoning power. The Knots ---- So what exactly are the knots, and what do they
mean? If you look at the nailed side of your hands (the side facing up when you
type a computer, for example) you will see at the joints of each phalanx a
knotted series of lines (kind of looking like tree trunk rings in some cases.)
Or perhaps you won't see any lines at the joints -- in either case, your hands
are trying to tell you something. What did Comte C. De Saint-Germain have to say
about these knots: The upper knot. . . Also called the first knot, this is the
one closest to the nail. Saint-Germain considered this the Philosopher's knot.
This was the knot which concerns itself with ideas. The lower knot. . . This is
the material knot, the one which concerns itself with matter and the material
world. Knotted joints. . . If the knots are prominent on one particular joint,
they are said to be knotted joints. Smooth joints. . . If the lines on the joint
are not so dramatic, they are called smooth joints. Now, if we combine a reading
of the four kinds of finger tip types with the two kinds of joints readings and
the two joints into one powerful analysis, we end up with 16 basic personality
types. Which one are you? Pointed fingers, both joints smooth. . . Poetry of the
heart and soul is indicated here. Ecstatic religious feeling could be well be
present. So is a love of "the essence of beautiful things". These are considered
psychic fingers but disordered thinking and action is also represented, and
often an incurable laziness. Pointed fingers, upper joint knotted, lower joint
smooth. . . In people with this type of hand there will be a struggle between
inspiration and reasoning. In other words, the believer begins to doubt. The
poet loses part of her genius. This has a positive aspect -- inspiration will be
put to better use in the execution of the work. Pointed fingers, upper joint
smooth, lower joint smooth. . . Here the artistic gifts of the higher order are
subdued by a tendency to practicality which will not be silenced. The artist or
poet will be far more successful financially, but will be far from his pure
ideal. Did anyone say sellout? Pointed fingers, both joints knotted. . . The two
knotted joints here greatly diminish the native artistic qualities of the
pointed tips. The two knotted joints drag the subject from their lofty ideals,
and force them to deal with reality. Consequently, this personality type will
often be inspired in the direction of inventions and discoveries. However, the
discord indicated in their fingers signifies a moody and dissatisfied inner
life. It should be noted that pointed fingers are rare as a rule, and knotted
joints on pointed fingers almost unheard of. Conical fingers, both joints
smooth. . . Unlike with the previous examples, the poetic gift indicated here is
less ethereal, more sensual. The subject will strive to cultivate beauty in the
physical form, but will nonetheless maintain a hatred for rigorous logic, and a
great independence in thought and manners. Conical fingers, upper joint knotted,
lower joint smooth. . . Here is an artist dominated by practical reasoning. He
calculates his efforts and aims at success with a set purpose, but still carries
with him a grand idea or concept of art. This type of finger can be found in the
hands of all gifted musicians, dramatic actors of high calibre, and so on.
Conical fingers, upper joint smooth, lower joint knotted. . . Moral force is
added to this artistic talent. The subject will be very practical in the
handling of his or her interests and will insist on proper (moneyed) recognition
for his or her talent. Conical fingers, both joints knotted. . . Here we have
the most desirable type for the artist, the inventor, the literary man, the
musician, and the actor who has to face the world and make his or her way
through it. His/her genius will always be of just the kind which is wanted by
his/her time, and he/she will know just how to husband it to full profit. It is
worth noting that knots are seldom found in conical hands, and when are present,
they are usually slight. Square fingers, both joints smooth. . . In these
fingers is indicated a love of philosophy, social science, reality in art, well
ordained and constructed piece of literature, and a talent for devising business
plans. It must be said all individuals with square-tipped fingers (regardless of
the knots) are independent to some degree, and usually they are honest as well.
This is a strong and reason-driven type. Square fingers, upper joint knotted,
lower joint smooth. . . The natural tendencies of the square-tipped type are
actually improved if the upper joint is knotted. These people are born to love
reasoning, and the upper knotted joint will cause them to excel at it. They will
discuss everything, religious beliefs included, but you will find it very hard
to change their own beliefs. These people have a capacity for intelligent,
useful work. Square fingers, upper joint smooth, lower joint knotted. . . This
will increase the practical bent of the subject, but reduce her capacity to
properly judge the cause before the effect. This type is that of the model
employee, the disciplinarian, and the pedgogue. In other words: duty comes
before everything, and no discretion is employed (discretion being the realm of
the employer, after all.) Obey, and above all, be orderly! Square fingers, both
joints knotted. . . Here is revealed a love of the natural sciences,
archaeology, and law. This person is an excellent financier, and a fanatic for
symmetry. Common sense predominates over genius, and there is no general love
for poetry, art or literature. Apt to prefer the usual to everything else, and
to drag down ideals when she has the chance to. This type is honest, exact and
indispensible. It is worth noting that in square hands, knots (especially on the
second joint) are so common they are virtually universal. Spatulate fingers,
both joints smooth. . . An instinctive understanding of the real world is
revealed, as is an need for activity -- especially physical activity. There is a
fondness for outdoor sports and outdoor occupations, as well as politics,
management and travel. Spatulate fingers, upper joint knotted, lower joint
smooth. . . Here we have the type of the aggressive infidel, the scoffer at
every ideal, the born knocker. This type of individual hates sentiment, and has
little use for art, unless it is applied to industry. She loves realism, and is
a positivist to some extent. Also fond of the sciences and research and
development of technology. Spatulate fingers, upper joint smooth, lower joint
knotted. . . The knotted lower joint adds intensity to the instincts developed
by the smooth spatulate tips. The love of beauty is in this type at its lowest
ebb, but the fondness for well-ordered industries is at its peak. If you have
this type of fingers you could make a good general -- if there is a war going on
in your neck of the woods! Spatulate fingers, both joints knotted. . . Indicated
here is a strong interest in activity -- indoor or outdoor, both is okay. The
mind of this individual is never satisified until her mind is tired from
physical activity. She also has the ability to call upon science to help her in
her vast enterprises. It is worth noting that knots are very common in spatulate
fingers, especially on the lower joint. This could create some confusion in your
readings -- distinguish carefully between the spatulate shape and the lower
broadening due to the presence of the first knot. Tip Shape and Knots in the
Index Finger ---- Having understood how the general shape of the finger tips
influence (or reflect) personality, let's get more specific, and consider the
case of the index finger in isolation. Keep in mind that if the index finger is
shaped differently than the other fingers, this is obviously significant.
Pointed index fingers. . . If the tip of the index finger is pointed, here is
indicated intuition and high religious ideals. Conical index fingers. . . If the
tip of the index finger is conical, it shows perception and a love of reading.
Square index fingers. . . If the tip of the index finger is square, the
individual will possess a love of truth. Spatulate index fingers. . . If the tip
of the index finger is spatulate, an exaggerated love of action can be
discerned. The Wearing of Rings ---- Why do people wear rings? Palmistry says
that rings are power devices designed to magnify the native power of the hand.
That kind of fits in with the Uncloned World idea that by manipulating the
symbols of reality (ie, the hand) you can also manipulate the real reality.
Wearing rings is an effective but subconscious attempt to do that. For example,
some people wear rings to give themselves a layer of emotional armour.
Generally, rings on the index finger (fore finger) enhance ambition, while those
worn on the middle finger symbolise a materialistic nature. While many people
wear rings on their ring fingers, multiple or large rings worn there might be
telling you something (ie, emotional or creative frustration.) Rings on the
little finger could indicate difficulties in sexual expression.
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