WHAT DOES WEARING RINGS ON EACH FINGER ACTUALLY MEAN?

Admin October 25, 2017

If you love to adorn your fingers with rings, you should know that each finger that is adorned by this piece of jewelry has a particular significance. Every ring and finger has its importance. As a fashion accessory, we wear rings in different fingers depending usually on how they look. But have you ever wondered why a wedding ring is worn only on the ring finger in many cultures? Does having a ring on a particular finger signify something more?

THUMB

The thumb symbolizes the willpower in a person, and is the most independent of all fingers. This finger is connected with the inner self of a person. If you have been told to wear a ring on this finger, you would need to be particularly alert to all the changes that occur in your life. The ring would then help to boost your willpower. Preferred stones for the thumb are ruby and garnet.

INDEX FINGER (JUPITER)

The index finger represents authority, leadership, and ambition. This finger is considered to represent a certain kind of power. This was particularly seen in the ancient days when powerful kings wore rings on their index finger. Thus, wearing a ring on this finger would help you get a boost in this direction. Preferred stones for the index finger are blue topaz and amethyst.

MIDDLE FINGER (SATURN)

The middle finger represents individuality of a person, and is related to our purpose in life. Located in the middle, it symbolizes a balanced life. Wearing a ring on this finger would help you to add balance to your life. It enables an individual to differentiate between right and wrong. Preferred stones for the middle finger are quartz and coral.

RING FINGER (APOLLO)

The ring finger is the fourth finger. This finger of the left hand has a direct connection with the heart. Therefore, the wedding ring is worn on this finger. It also represents emotions (affection) and creativity in a person. Wearing a ring on the right hand would help you to become more optimistic in your life. Preferred stones for the ring finger are jade and moonstone.

LITTLE FINGER (MERCURY)

The little finger represents relationships. This finger about associations with the outside world as compared to the thumb. It represents our attitude towards others. Wearing a ring on this finger would help to enhance relationships in terms of marriage, and help to improve business relationships as well. It also helps to change a person’s attitude for better. Creativity is associated with emotional and material things. Preferred stones for the little finger are amber and citrine.