This organ observes the relation of cause and effect, and discriminates
between actions and the causes which produce them. It enables an
individual to adopt the requisite means to effect any end. It is the
active element in every effort of reflection, and is the grand source
of thought and originality of mind.
Predominant.--With Causality predominant, an individual will be
distinguished for his proneness to thought, and utility to speculate
and discuss abstractions. Whatever subject is suggested, or point
discussed, he will be liable to enquire for reasons and causes. He will
be given much more to reflection than observation.
Large.--With Causality large, one will be enabled readily to perceive
the relation between an effect and the cause which produced it.
He will be distinguished for gravity and thoughtfulness of mind;
and will possess much sagacity, penetration, and originality. With
Conscientiousness, Veneration and Marvellousness large, and the
selfish propensities moderate or small, he will be much given to moral
investigations, and to reading and conversing upon subjects connected
with general utility and public morals. With Combativeness large, he
will be inclined to argument and disputation. With the Perceptive
organs but moderate, he will pay more attention to principles than
facts, and will be guided more by reason and experience.
Moderate.--With Causality moderate, and with proper culture, one may
possess good judgment and a reasoning turn of mind, but he will be
destitute of originality and force of thought. In an occupation or
course of life to which he has been accustomed, he will conduct with
prudence and propriety, but will be deficient in the necessary power
to devise means for extraordinary operations, lay new plans, and to
carry into effect important operations. With large Individuality,
Imitation and Love of Approbation, and small Self-esteem, he will be
destitute of any marked characteristics of his own, and will readily
adapt himself to the views and opinions of his companions.
Small.--With Causality small, one will be utterly deficient in
originality and force of mind, and will be wanting in that quality
of character which renders men calm, judicious, penetrating and
discerning. With the propensities and sentiments properly balanced, he
will possess discretion, and be enabled to conduct operations to which
he has been accustomed.