Folk signs and superstitions. Meanings, features

What does the word omen mean? Signs are a connection between two events, when one of them occurs as a fact, and the second as a consequence. In this case, the phenomenon that actually occurs is perceived as a sign, which is interpreted in a certain way, and entails the events that occur after it.

Where did it come from

Signs and superstitions go back to ancient times. Previously, people did not understand many phenomena, but they noticed a certain connection between some events. The word “sign” itself comes from “to notice.” This is how the human brain is designed to look for cause-and-effect relationships everywhere and try to somehow predict the future. If people noticed that some event was followed by a certain incident, and this was repeated more than once, then it was subsequently interpreted as a sign. What is the meaning of the word "sign"? It is explained as a harbinger of some event, good or bad. Signs and superstitions are so firmly rooted in the human mind that, despite all scientific and technological progress, they continue to be passed down from generation to generation, and many people believe in them just as in ancient times.

Signs can be good and bad. Some people can control themselves (for example, getting up on the right foot in the morning - so that the day is a success, or in case of forgetfulness and the need to return to the house - look at yourself in the mirror to ward off failure). And some happen regardless of human will (a bird hit the window, crows cawed over the house, etc.).

Good omens

Faith in helps a person to tune in to a positive mood, because they are interpreted as the help of light forces that protect and protect from evil. Many people in the modern world understand that the so-called “good sign” does not always promise 100% success. But when, for example, a person sees a rainbow, which is considered a harbinger of happiness, then, even for a split second, hope will arise in the soul.

Good omens are a kind of opportunity to perceive the world around us more optimistically, reading certain “signs” and believing that they will bring good luck. People generally have a need to believe in something good, otherwise life will not be a joy.

Signs for making wishes come true

There are a number of signs that promise good luck. For example, if a calico cat crosses your path, this is good. Or if you see a beetle in flight on the road, that’s also a good omen. However, the most significant period of time for performing rituals to fulfill desires is the New Year. It is believed that on this magical night, if you make a wish while the chimes are striking, it will certainly come true. Whether this is true or not, but from year to year, most people do exactly this. Some people also write their wish on paper and burn it, believing that it will bring success.

Bad omens

It is human nature to quickly forget good things, taking them for granted, but at the same time focus their attention on unpleasant events. Therefore, there are many signs of “not good” in the world. Bad omens are when certain phenomena are perceived as signs that foreshadow negative events. The danger of believing in bad omens is that a person programs himself in advance for failure by interpreting some event as a bad sign. If you set a negative mindset, it is quite possible that trouble will actually happen, and the culprit for this will not be a sign, but a strong belief that something bad is bound to happen. What we attract to ourselves is, as a rule, what we receive. Therefore, you should not pay too much attention to any signs that promise trouble.

animals and insects

Everyone knows the sign about a black cat.

It is so firmly rooted in consciousness that some people to this day curse the poor animals who dare to cross their path. What they did to deserve this is unclear, because every person in his life has already had several dozen cases when a black cat crossing the road did not cause any trouble, and the day passed as usual. Nevertheless, this sign does not lose its relevance. There are also bad omens associated with birds and insects. It is considered a very bad omen if a bird hits a window and dies. Killing a spider is also considered a bad sign. Among animals, the bat also enjoys a bad reputation. If she flew into the house, this is not good. These are just some of the bad omens associated with birds, animals and insects. In fact, there are many more of them.

Household signs

This is one of the most common household signs. There is also a superstition that after sunset you cannot sweep your home or take out the trash - prosperity will leave the house. Among the well-known superstitions, there is also a belief that keeping broken or broken dishes at home means attracting trouble. There are also a large number of less common superstitions: giving watches to loved ones means a quarrel, putting keys on the table means lack of money, and others. There are also everyday signs that are interpreted in a positive way. For example, an accidentally broken cup or other utensil is fortunate; accidentally spilling tea - to a pleasant surprise, etc.

Signs about the weather

Many signs are also associated with weather conditions. They are there for bad weather, rain or, on the contrary, for good weather. For example, a quiet forest means a thunderstorm; crows and jackdaws scream - for rain; and if in the evening a flock of mosquitoes hover around, this means favorable weather. There are signs associated with the months of the year. For example, a mild autumn foreshadows a long winter; if thunderstorms occur frequently in September, it means the autumn will be warm; if there are a lot of acorns on the oak trees, there will be snowy weather before Christmas. Almost every day of any month has its own beliefs. Many people believe that folk omens and their meanings help predict the weather for upcoming seasons. Whether this is true or not is difficult to judge. On the one hand, people have been accumulating this experience for centuries, on the other hand, beliefs do not always come true. It follows from this that it may not hurt to know the signs about the weather, but you probably shouldn’t rely entirely on them.

Inconsistency will take

Sailors' beliefs also say that a completely black cat on a ship will make the voyage successful. This suggests that belief in omens is completely subjective. It’s just that in every country, the indigenous people have their own remnants of the past, some customs and beliefs that are passed on from generation to generation. And there is no objective connection between these or those events, there is simply a need to believe in something and a tribute to traditions.

The opinion of the clergy on superstitions

The Church in no way encourages belief in any signs. And that's why. What is a sign, according to the Church? The clergy believe that superstition has its roots in paganism, when people worshiped not just one God, but invented idols. Not knowing how to explain certain events, people endowed various physical phenomena and inanimate objects with supernatural abilities. There were whole rituals on how to make rain, how to appease the spirits of the harvest, and so on. After the Messiah came to earth and gave humanity true faith, it is sinful to continue to worship idols. Superstition is a belief in the vain, empty, that which has absolutely no meaning. You need to believe only in Divine protection and trust only in the Creator.

What is a sign? This is what you can believe in and what you can ignore. Everyone chooses for themselves. However, you should always remember that you should not become hostage to superstitions and build your life on signs alone. This can develop into a phobia and painful addiction. Observing empty rituals, as well as expecting something bad after seeing “signs” can significantly poison life and cause considerable harm. It is better to always believe in the good and hope for a favorable outcome of any matter.

In home life, signs about life play an important role. From Ancient Rus', various folk beliefs and signs came to us that will help make life easier, not miss out on fortune, and attract wealth.

Signs and superstitions for any occasion

Our ancestors carefully monitored all the phenomena that happened to them, explored patterns and noted the slightest changes in the usual course of things. Therefore, many true and relevant superstitions have survived to this day.

Signs help to run a household and be a worthy wife, find a spouse, and raise children.

Many rules were used for educational purposes.

Wanting to make a good housewife out of a girl, they told her: if she doesn’t know how to cook or the house will be dirty, she will never remain an old maid.
To stop the child from dangling his legs, he was intimidated by the evil spirits that would come for him.

There were superstitions that helped to use natural resources wisely. For example, there are many. A greedy and uncontrollable person was intimidated and restrictions were set.

Important beliefs are associated with holidays - Trinity, birthday, and so on. There are beliefs associated with animals (for example, cats), natural phenomena (rain, thunder, thunderstorm, lightning, rainbow).

From birth to death, folk signs accompany us. For example, everyone knows the phrase “born in a shirt,” which means to be lucky. It came from ancient times: the baby was wrapped in his dad’s old shirt to protect him from evil spirits and damage.

The phrase is often associated with the amniotic sac. If it does not rupture during childbirth, the baby is “born in a shirt.”

Our ancestors were afraid of damage and the evil eye. They believed that children were especially susceptible to negative influences. The first thing they did with the child was to bathe him in water with cow's milk (it protects against negative energy and removes an existing negative program).

Before baptism, the child’s name is not told to anyone, until the 40th day, the mother is excommunicated from the church.

There are quite a few rules associated with names . Some people believe that babies should not be named after deceased relatives. This is wrong.

Many peoples followed the tradition of naming children after a healthy, strong, beautiful, successful ancestor. It was believed that the baby would acquire these qualities. Many modern psychics also tend to believe in the veracity of this belief.

Superstitions about baptism

Baptism- an important moment in the life of a little person. If the parents are Orthodox Christians, then the child is baptized in early childhood.

Be meticulous in choosing your godfather and godmother. Godmothers cannot be spouses, and a pregnant woman cannot become a godmother. The things that the child was wearing during the ceremony cannot be given away, washed, or shown. They can be used in treatment to eliminate the evil eye in a baby.

If there are several children in a family, they cannot be baptized in the same clothes. It is believed that the connection between them will be too great, and if trouble or illness befalls one, the same will happen to the other.

Beliefs about marriage will help you choose an outfit, bouquet,... , groom, witnesses.

For example, it is believed that the witness should not be older than the bride, the groom should not step into puddles, the young couple should not be given antique items, and so on.

Russian beliefs about pregnancy They will tell you what is necessary to conceive a baby, how to maintain the pregnancy, and not harm the child. With their help you can.

Every mother should know what and how to protect her child from the evil eye.

How ? Surprisingly, you need to visit the graves of deceased relatives correctly, so as not to anger them, not to allow the enemy to jinx you and not to attract trouble.

The rules apply not only to global events, but also to daily routine. Many household customs that our ancestors adhered to have survived to this day.

If someone looks into your house, you cannot greet the person or pass him anything over the threshold (people will quarrel). A quarrel is also likely if two people go around a high obstacle from different sides. However, if this happens, you must immediately greet each other.
If a person forgot something when he went outside and immediately returned, then failure awaits him. However, like any negative sign, this one can be neutralized. It’s enough to look at yourself in the mirror and comb your hair again or fix something in your appearance.
If you don’t want your fortune to leave you, you can’t patch your clothes, take them off.
When you talk about someone's physical disabilities or injuries, do not show them on your body - take all the shortcomings upon yourself.

How much do you know? This important attribute is used by black magicians in witchcraft rituals: during love spells, creating a wax figurine (volta). Therefore, the ancestors believed that lost hair should not be ignored.

Dispose of it properly. It is necessary to wash off your energy from it by placing it under running water. Only then roll it up and throw it away.

It is advisable to do this not on the street: if a bird finds your hair and takes it to the nest, then you will be in trouble. The same goes for nails and napkins with traces of your blood. It is better to burn these things, as our ancestors did.

Household signs include dropped or broken dishes. There are many interpretations of these superstitions. Some assure you that happiness awaits you, others promise a meeting with unpleasant people. There are rules regarding icons and mirrors. Check out these signs to protect yourself from trouble.

The national traits of the Russian people imply the preservation of the traditions of their ancestors, which have come down to the current generation in the form of signs and beliefs. More common is the veneration of signs. The word "sign" comes from the word to notice or observe. In a broad sense, signs denote the transfer of accumulated observations from the older generation to the younger.

Signs contain a great deal of practical knowledge related to people’s everyday life, observations of weather and nature. They have preserved the traditions of ancient folk holidays and all of them, one way or another, have influenced our lives since ancient times. Russian folk signs echo signs existing in other countries, which once again confirms the commonality of human civilization contained in cultural traditions.

A similar situation arises with the category that is usually classified as superstition. If we compare signs and beliefs, the latter represent not just short remarks about life, but sometimes entire folk legends are concentrated in them. Beliefs are associated with mysticism, which is present in the world around people and influences their destinies. Therefore, beliefs, as a rule, contain a deeper meaning than omens. However, they equally relate to various aspects of human life, and the examples given will reveal the depth and completeness of their influence on the modern state of affairs.

Signs and beliefs regarding brownies

When a person builds a house, he hopes to become the absolute owner of it. But the fact is that since ancient times, Russian people have considered the main owner to be a little man with the affectionate name Domosedushka. No one knows where exactly he lives in the house, and what appearance he has, but according to popular beliefs, he can sometimes take the form of some kind of animal.

You need to live amicably with the brownie, since he is considered the protector of the home, and is very active in the sense that he can express his dissatisfaction. For example, when they say that the cat is not in the yard, this may mean that the brownie did not accept the animal. This is due to the popular belief that the cat should be the first to be allowed into a new home. This was a kind of ritual of sacrifice, where the cat plays the role of a sacrificial animal saving a person.

According to legend, the first person to cross the threshold of a new house or spend the night in it will also die first. Following the rules of bioenergy, a cat is able to identify places in the house with positive and negative energy. By choosing unfavorable points, the cat helps to neutralize them, but the dog will indicate favorable places in all respects, suitable for placement, for example, bedrooms.

According to legends, the brownie becomes visible before an approaching misfortune, and his housewife wife may cry loudly at night before this. The brownie family includes many of their relatives and assistants, such as a yard worker, a haystack worker, a barn worker and others. The story of their appearance says that they were the ugly children of Adam and Eve, whom Adam wanted to destroy because of their ugliness. Eve begged him not to kill them, but to hide them from human eyes where no one would see them. Since then, they have been hiding from people and “working” as brownies.

Signs for home

Continuing the topic of signs and beliefs associated with human housing, it is necessary to note the great role of such a necessary household item as a broom. According to folk traditions, it is under it that the residence of the brownie is located. Therefore, it is recommended to take the old broom with you when moving to a new home with the owner, who will preserve family well-being. In order for a broom to protect the house from witchcraft, it needs to stand in the corner with the whisk facing up. It is worth noting that this also has a purely practical significance: this way it will wear out less and last longer.

The sign prohibiting whistling in the yard and in the house is associated with monetary or material losses or damages. It is also not recommended to clean the house, sweep and wash the floors immediately after guests leave. This is due to the fact that in this way their traces can be washed away, which will block their path to this house.

In the system of Russian signs, great importance is given to the threshold. It represents the boundary between the internal world of the house and the external world surrounding the home. On the threshold, it is not customary to greet each other and say goodbye, since, firstly, this is contrary to the rules of etiquette, and secondly, signs say that this can lead to a quarrel and open access to the house for evil spirits, rejoicing in your troubles. And the sign that one should not sweep dirty linen over the threshold of a house is also well-known, and is reflected in the well-known saying “don’t wash dirty linen in public.” In fact, it is prohibited to take trash out of the house after sunset, as this is fraught with losses and poverty.

Bread and salt

People have always had a special relationship with bread. This is reflected in the signs. It is believed that bread subtly senses the mood of the housewife baking it, therefore, in order not to offend him, you need to be in a good mood. It was impossible to clean until the bread was baked; this promised a drain on wealth. For the same reason, a knife should not be stuck into a loaf. Bread should never be thrown away if it is not suitable for food; it is better to give it to animals or birds.

An indispensable companion of bread, salt is also the heroine of omens. Evil spirits are wary of its powers; the so-called Thursday salt is used in various rituals. The well-known sign that sprinkling salt on a quarrel has a practical background. Since salt was quite expensive in Rus', it was therefore highly valued.

Everything connected with signs today is perceived by people on a subconscious level. They may remember them mechanically, often just as a joke. Many people treat them as superstitions, however, they switch sides as soon as they notice a black cat, or knock on wood so as not to “jinx” anything. Russian signs and beliefs have always been distinguished by their sincerity; some researchers have noted their poetry. But the most important thing is that people still believe that their implementation will help protect themselves from evil forces in our high-tech, but so fragile world.

Good omens

Belief in good omens helps a person to tune in to a positive mood, because they are interpreted as the help of light forces that protect and protect from evil. Many people in the modern world understand that the so-called “good sign” does not always promise 100% success. But when, for example, a person sees a rainbow, which is considered a harbinger of happiness, then, even for a split second, hope will arise in the soul. what is a sign? Good omens are a kind of opportunity to perceive the world around us more optimistically, reading certain “signs” and believing that they will bring good luck. People generally have a need to believe in something good, otherwise life will not be a joy.

Signs for making wishes come true

Bad omens

Signs about birds, animals and insects

Everyone knows the sign about a black cat. What are signs and superstitions? It is so firmly rooted in consciousness that some people to this day curse the poor animals who dare to cross their path. It’s unclear what they did to deserve this, because every person in his life has already had several dozen cases when a black cat crossing the road did not cause any trouble, and the day went on as usual. Nevertheless, this sign does not lose its relevance. There are also bad omens associated with birds and insects. It is considered a very bad omen if a bird hits a window and dies. Killing a spider is also considered a bad sign. Among animals, the bat also enjoys a bad reputation. If she flew into the house, this is not good. These are just some of the bad omens associated with birds, animals and insects. In fact, there are many more of them.

Household signs

There are a lot of signs associated with everyday life. Such signs are a set of signs that can be observed in everyday life every day. For example, there is a belief that spilled salt will certainly lead to a quarrel. folk signs and their meaning. This is one of the most common household signs. There is also a superstition that after sunset you cannot sweep your home or take out the garbage - prosperity will leave the house. Among the well-known superstitions, there is also the belief that keeping broken or broken dishes at home means attracting trouble. There are also a large number of less common superstitions: giving watches to loved ones means a quarrel, putting keys on the table means lack of money, and others. There are also everyday signs that are interpreted in a positive way. For example, an accidentally broken cup or other utensil is fortunate; accidentally spilling tea - to a pleasant surprise, etc.

Signs about the weather

Many signs are also associated with weather conditions. They are there for bad weather, rain or, on the contrary, for good weather. For example, a quiet forest means a thunderstorm; crows and jackdaws scream - for rain; and if in the evening a flock of mosquitoes hover around, this means favorable weather. There are signs associated with the months of the year. For example, signs of September: mild autumn foreshadows a long winter; if thunderstorms occur frequently in September, it means the autumn will be warm; if there are a lot of acorns on the oak trees, there will be snowy weather before Christmas. Almost every day of any month has its own beliefs. Many people believe that folk omens and their meanings help predict the weather for upcoming seasons. Whether this is true or not is difficult to judge. On the one hand, people have been accumulating this experience for centuries, on the other hand, beliefs do not always come true. It follows from this that it may not hurt to know the signs about the weather, but you probably shouldn’t rely entirely on them.

Inconsistency will take

What are signs and superstitions among different peoples? The same events in different countries can carry completely opposite meanings. There are practically no universal signs that would be interpreted the same all over the world. The same notorious black cat, which is not favored here, in England, for example, brings good luck and prosperity. signs for fulfillment of desires. Sailors' beliefs also say that a completely black cat on a ship will make the voyage successful. This suggests that belief in omens is completely subjective. It’s just that in every country, the indigenous people have their own remnants of the past, some customs and beliefs that are passed on from generation to generation. And there is no objective connection between these or those events, there is simply a need to believe in something and a tribute to traditions.

The opinion of the clergy on superstitions

What, if not the product of the people, are signs? And it will take a hugequantity. From the whole variety of folk signs, various groups can be distinguished:signs about animals, plants, signs on the road, signs for the home and so on.

In this article we will present various signs that are not included in any specific section, but, nevertheless, are the most popular and popular signs.

Signs related to sleep

If you dreamedhorrible dream , and you are afraid that what you see in it may come true or somehow affect your life, then in order to avoid this, you cannot retell it to anyone before sunrise. And after waking up from a nightmare, you need to go wash your face, and without talking to anyone first, say to the waterthree times : “Where night goes, sleep comes.” So the negative energy of the dream will go away along with the water.

It is popularly believed thatI dream about dead people for several reasons:

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- They ask to remember them in this way . There are often cases when the dead ask for something in a dream. In this case, it is necessary to buy what the soul of the deceased wants and give to someone alive as a sign of remembrance. For example, if a deceased person asks for a scarf in a dream, you need to buy a new scarf and give it to someone with a request to wear it at least a little. You should also definitely go to church to light a candle and pray for the repose of the soul of the deceased.

- The dead dream of a change in weather . As usual, if a dream does not carry any serious meaning, most likely it is an omen of a serious change in the weather (blizzard, storm, rain).

- The dead in a dream warn us about something . Be attentive to events occurring in the near future of life after sleep. Pay attention and remember what the deceased tried to convey to you in a dream, what he said or did.

If suddenly you happen tocry in your sleep , and even sobbing, and you woke up in sorrowful tears - this is verygood and good omen , meaning that soon you willrejoice and laugh unspeakably.

Lunar signs

As you know, the moon has special power and influence on almost all life processes on earth. Therefore, since ancient times it was believed that the moon must be treated with respect and it is imperative to know what this or that lunar phase means.

To the moon, especially the waning one, can't point fingers. It is believed that thereby it can take a lot of energy and attract failures. It’s better to see the full or waxing moon once again, bow to her and you will soon be rewarded with good luck.

It is considered a bad omenwhen moonlight falls on a sleeping person . This can make us anxious and gloomy. c lyam, insomnia or nightmares. Therefore, if you see the full moon in the window, cover it with curtains before going to bed.

If you want to grow long hair- trim them at least a little on waxing phase of the moon, and if you want it the other way around, h To make your hair grow slower, cut it in the decreasing phase.

- If everything in life seems monotonous and joyless and you want to bring a fresh note to life, thenDo some spring cleaning during the new moon in the house Andrearrange the furniture. Good luck will certainly light up your home!

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Signs on the body

If you have a lot of moles especially in places where they are difficult to see, for example on the back - this indicates that you are a lucky person and will live a happy life.

Moles in women:

- Moles above the lips speak about the high sensuality and love of a lady. If the mole is above the upper lip- This is a sign of a light and cheerful character. If the mole is located above the lower lip- this also speaks of a woman’s high sensuality and tenderness, but also of her restraint in love.

- Moles on the chest also have their meaning. If mole on left breast- this suggests that the woman is a little frivolous, but at the same time kind and generous. If the mole is on the right breast- this means life will be full of both bright ups and downs.

- Moles on the thighs, especially from their inner side, foreshadow a woman with a large offspring.

- If a woman there are moles on the outside of the hands, which are also clearly visible - this speaks of her innate talent and gift. If on the fingers Ladies have dark moles - no doubt, you will be rich and successful in your career.

- Mole on ankle indicates that you are a persistent, hardworking and ambitious person who will not be stopped by anything in achieving your goal.

- If you have a mole in the corner of your eye or above it, you are a calm, wise and balanced person.

Moles in men:

If a man has a moleon the right side of the forehead - this is a sign of great intelligence, popularity, honor and happiness.

- Mole under the chin - a sign that you have every chance of achieving dizzying success in your career. But don’t sit idly by, luck will come to you if you are diligent and dedicated.

- Mole on the chin in a man it speaks of his poor health.

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Sign about Friday the 13th

In fact, this sign is unfavorable. This day is considered difficult and unfavorable, and this superstition has Christian roots. During last supper which took place on the eve of his death Jesus Christ, was present 13 people: 12 apostles and the messiah himself. The crucifixion of Jesus Christ was on Friday. Therefore, many people, linking these events together, tried to protect themselves on this day and considered it a bad omen. If you have any concerns about Friday the 13th, folk sign and advises: in the morning, having just woken up, read the prayer three times "Our Father", and then say these words: “Holy Friday is stronger, and I, the servant of God (your name), stand behind it, and not behind today. Amen".

Signs associated with the mirror

- Under no circumstances lookinto a broken or cracked mirror, this can lead to a violation of the integrity of your biofield and subsequent long-term failures and illnesses. Despite its apparent simplicity, the mirror is very dangerous and evenmagic item.It has memory and the ability to store all the information seen and accumulated. When there is a split or crack, all the accumulated negative energy comes out through the chip and can easily pierce the fragile “subtle body” of a person.

- For the same reason, it cannot be stored in the house.cracked mirror.

- If there are mirrors in the house that have been frequent witnesses of quarrels, fights, conflicts, then they can also broadcast their accumulated information to people, so folk wisdom adviseswipe such mirrors with holy water.

- Don't sleep in front of a mirror.When we sleep, our soul is separated from our physical body and we become very vulnerable. A mirror directed at you in a dream, being a vampire object, firstly, can take away your strength, health and positive energy, and secondly, cause insomnia, nightmares and uninvited astral “guests”.

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If you tripped on your right foot- this portends you good luck and happiness if you are born even number(which is divisible by two) if to the left- you will be happy if you were born odd number. If, on the contrary, this is a sign of impending trouble, in this case you need to say: “Go into the ground, trouble, away from me.”