Knots constitute an inseparable part of the finger as per the science of palmistry. Fingers cannot be formed without knots but these are very prominent in the hands of some persons. It was the prominent and well-defined parts of the fingers, which are named as Knots. A knot is that part of the finger, which is visible as a joint at the concurrence of every phalange. Knots are evidently noticeable in the fingers generally. But in soft fingers these knots can neither be felt nor are seen. The visibility of the knots depends on the structural design of the fingers. Every finger has three parts, which are formed with the help of two joints. In some persons only one knot is seen while the other may not be seen. In others both knots can be seen clearly, while in a few others, even one knot is not visible.

Significance of Knots in Palmistry
In the science of palmistry, knots are considered to be of enormous importance. To judge the nature of the person along with his way of thinking, the knots are of considerable significance. Normally, palmistry describes these knots as the indicators of thoughts, work and inspiration of a respective individual. The palmists have approached several facts regarding the importance and the facts that a finger knot can reveal. According to the palmists if only the lower knot in the index finger is felt then it indicates low intellect level of the person, and if only the upper knot is felt, then that person is clever and efficient in work. Again if both the knots are visible in the index finger, then such persons remain idle and inactive in life. On the other hand even if a single knot is visible in the index finger, then it shows that the man is clever, promising, prudent and capable of being victorious in his goal.

Apart from the index finger, knots in other fingers have also special importance for judging a person. If there is knot on the lower side of the finger of Saturn, then the man will frequently get unsuccessful in. his work. But on the contrary if only the upper knot is visible then it indicates the strong determination and conviction is the basic character traits of the man. A person having such kinds of knots in fingers does not get disheartened even when he becomes unsuccessful. Further, they never lose their hopes and they try to be successful on their own efforts. If both the knots are visible in finger of Saturn, then it can safely be said that he will get rapid success and rapid failure in business. If there is no knot available in the finger of Saturn then such a person is stable, sober and very learned or a big businessman. Moreover these people, who do not have any knots, are very helpful and are capable to make huge success in supporting hundreds of persons around them.

Knots in the fingers of Apollo are truly significant. They are the indicators of the socio-religious life of an individual. According to the palmists if the knot is visible in the lower part of the finger of Apollo, it indicates that the man will be weak in religious matters. He is less interested in religious matters and the rituals regarding the religion. Again if the knot is visible only in the upper part, then such a person is scared of religion and is weak-hearted. It is not that this person are less interested in religion, rather they have a kind of obsession with religion. Their life is guided by religious principals greatly. They believe strongly in the rituals and moral principles laid by religion. They have a belief that if the principles are not to be followed, it will be a sin. If both the knots are visible in the finger of Apollo, then such a person is antisocial and anti-religion. Religious life and the social work do not convey anything-significant meaning to him. Such a person is totally selfish and is engrossed in the s pursuit of his own selfish demands. On the other hand, if there are no knots visible in the finger of Apollo such persons are considered as born leaders according to palmistry. Moreover these people having no knots are socially responsible and always work for communal interest. They have the outstanding capability to lead the society. They always left the impression of their immense contribution in the society. They always have distinct aim for what they are doing. Hence they are always careful about their aim. The palmists are of the opinion that they are especially mindful about the welfare of others rather than their own selfish end. According to palmistry these persons can give proper direction to the society.

Knots in the finger of Mercury are solely related with the social life of an individual. In a way knots in Mercury defines the character of man as s a social being. If the knot is visible on the lower side of the finger of Mercury, then the person is found to be very clever and careful. Such kind of person with knots in the lower side of the Mercury finger is adept in breaking the law and is a leader in anti-social activities. All the same in the science of palmistry, individual having such kind of finger is considered as a true anti-social and a "criminal". Similarly, if the knot is found on the upper part of the finger of Mercury, then such a person is found to be a true social being. Generally they prove very helpful to the society and greater part of his life is spent in social work. Working for group interest is the spirit of their living. Again if there are two knots available in the little finger, then such a person can certainly not remain unbiased. These people having two knots visible in the little finger are utterly selfish and also involve wrong works. Much efficiency can not be expected from them. Persons having no knots on the small finger have ideal life. Their ideas are pure and pious. As a whole, in the science of palmistry such kinds of person are considered as "good". Moreover they are also capable to contribute something new to the society.

Knots in the thumb are especially associated with mind set-up of the individual. In the science of palmistry, the knots of thumb carry a special significance because it is completely related with the thought process of an individual. After a proper study of the knots in the thumb it can be understood, what the person is going to do in his near future. However there is only one knot in the thumb because there are only two parts in a thumb. The visibility of the knot in the thumb indicates that the individual is weak-hearted. Moreover these individual are generally indifferent towards their duties and responsibilities. They are not at all concerned about what they have to do. On the contrary if no knot is seen on a thumb, it indicates then the person is firm in taking decisions and has unfailing conviction in his work. Since these people have firm confidence on themselves, they have the strong wish to achieve success by their own efforts. Once these people make up their mind they used all efforts to bring the work to completion. Firmness, strong will and consistent faith to complete a work are the chief traits of their character, which are the main principles they follow in general in life. Such persons become successful in giving new leadership to the society and nation.

Thus, in palmistry, knots are given considerable significance in judging the true nature of a person.

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