The meaning of rings on different fingers

Would you like to assert your authority or display your allegiance through the placement of a ring on your hand? It is possible to express ourselves through the way we wear our rings on our hands even if certain codes tend to disappear in our current society. This is why it is important to remember the meaning of the rings on different fingers so that these symbols always remain alive. This article will cover:

Customs vary around the world but it is generally accepted that in the West, the ring finger is the finger of fidelity and marriage. In Canada as in France, it is the ring finger of the left hand that receives the engagement ring and the wedding ring. Moreover, the use of the term annular comes from the Latin annulus which means ring, the same ring that we wear on our finger. When a man or woman wears the ring on the left ring finger, it is usually to signify that the marriage vows have been taken in a civil or religious manner. This tradition has continued since antiquity when doctors of the time were convinced that a vein connected the ring finger directly to the heart, a fact that is now denied. When worn on the ring finger of the right hand, the ring can imply that the person is already in a relationship with another person. However, don't stop at this conclusion if you want to approach someone. The ring finger of the right hand can simply be used to express our personality and display our taste for jewelry. Associated with Aphrodite, goddess of love in Greek mythology and Prithvi, the energy of the Earth in Hindu religion, the ring finger is linked to love, stability and security.

The thumb is the strongest finger on the hand and its position away from the others gives it a certain independence. It is the finger that gives agreement or displays disapproval, a symbol widely used by social networks. It is also the one that allows you to move forward on the path to freedom (thumb!). Its great use in gripping objects and its particular shape do not make it the best place to wear a ring, but the meaning of the ring on the thumb is not to be outdone. Usually, a man wears his ring on his ring finger but when he allows himself another finger, the meaning of the ring on his thumb for a man is strength and virility. This is often massive and thick to amplify its impact. Fashion phenomenon or not, some homosexual men have adopted the thumb ring to show their allegiance to the gay community and their difference in a stereotypical society. Women are more inclined to wear a ring on their thumb. Firstly because they generally wear more rings than men but also because they like to show off their hands and express their creativity. The ring on the thumb for women signifies a certain independence of mind, autonomy in relation to men. Moreover, at one time, it seems that many women wore rings on their thumbs when they wanted to associate with feminist groups. Associated with Poseidon, the solitary god of Greek mythology and Agni, the energy of fire in Hinduism, the thumb represents creativity, independence and strength.

The middle finger is the longest finger on the hand. Also called medius, middle in Latin, it is the finger of ego and self-esteem. It is used to express anger and is sometimes called obscene. Wearing a ring on your middle finger attracts attention and loudly proclaims your desire to assert yourself. This is why young people are particularly fond of it in their process of searching for identity. The meaning of wearing a ring on the middle finger is therefore linked to responsibility and freedom. But you don't have to look too far either. This beautiful, slender finger offers the possibility of wearing one or more rings (stacking) in a comfortable way. Its diameter is slightly larger than that of the ring finger. It can therefore be used to temporarily wear the wedding ring and the engagement ring on the left hand when the ring finger becomes thinner. This phenomenon, which sometimes requires an enlargement of the ring, is caused by weight loss or by the cold of winter. Associated with Dionysus , god of celebration in Greek mythology and Akasha , the energy of sky and space in the Hindu religion, the middle finger represents power and liberation from fears.

The index finger is the finger that indicates direction and commands silence. In Latin, index translates to list and when we talk about list, we imply structure and discipline. It was customary for kings, queens and people of high rank to wear a ring on their index finger to display their superiority. Until the 16th century, rings bearing the family coat of arms were placed there. The meaning of wearing a ring on the index finger is the desire to dominate and lead others. Is this more or less true today? We agree with you but know that you have to take responsibility if you wear a ring on your index finger. It will certainly have its effect. Associated with Zeus, no less than the king of the gods in Greek mythology and Vayu , the energy of wind in Hinduism, the index finger is the finger of authority and leadership.

Commonly called the little finger, the little finger comes from the Latin auricularis which means of the ear. It is so named because it is the only finger that can be inserted into the ear. In the Middle Ages, warriors wore their signet rings there and today, gangsters use it to display their criminal ring of allegiance. On a more positive note, Canadian engineers place their hammered iron ring there, a symbol of their commitment to the profession. It is said that the little finger serves as our guide and conscience, hence the expression “it was my little finger that told me”. The meaning of wearing a ring on your little finger is listening and gesture towards others. The little finger is associated with Ares, god of war in Greek mythology and Jala, the energy of water in Hinduism. The little finger is the finger of intuition and emotional intelligence.

The right hand is said to be that of action and power. If you reflexively slip a ring on your right hand, this can mean that your masculine side is more developed, demonstrating strength and combativeness. In contrast, the left hand is the feminine side, turned towards love, altruism and intuition. Have you ever noticed which of your two hands has the most jewelry?

At Flamme en rose , we like to establish links between everything, understand the jewelry we wear and find particular meanings in it. It’s our little feminine side. This is normal since we are the first women to have founded a high-end jewelry boutique workshop in Quebec. We have rings for every budget, every finger and every taste. We are passionate about our profession as jewelry makers and we like to share this passion with everyone we meet. Did you know that trying Flamme en rose means adopting it?