Does crossing your fingers really bring good luck?

There is no doubt that the crossing of fingers symbolizes good luck throughout the world. You might say something and then cross your fingers, indicating that you are hopeful that good luck will come your way. A sympathetic friend or family member may cross their fingers as a way to show support for your goals or hopes.

Is crossing your fingers a superstitious belief?

Crossing fingers is one of the most enduring and commonly practiced superstitions anywhere in the world. But that’s probably because like other superstitions such as knocking on wood, it doesn’t take much effort to do it. As such, even kids can cross their fingers when hoping for luck or wishing to get away with their white lies.

What does it mean when someone crosses their fingers?

The origin of the idiom “cross your fingers” is extremely old and became popular during the earliest days of Christianity. Back then, crossing one's fingers was used both as a plea for divine intervention and as a covert method for identifying oneself as a Christian when in hostile company.