Winter solstice solstice. Signs and rituals on the day of the winter solstice

The date: 30.10.2019

WINTER SOLSTICE DAY 21-22 DECEMBER. JOY HOLIDAY. December 21, 10:44 a.m. GMT (December 21, 2:44 pm Moscow) The Sun will descend to the maximum in the southern hemisphere of the sky, that is, moving along the ecliptic, it will reach its lowest declination - 23 degrees 26.457 minutes and astronomical winter will come.

Yule is the celebration of the winter solstice from the eve of the winter solstice and all those 13 nights from the day of the winter solstice (December 21-22). 3 days before the date of the solstice and three days after are considered the most magical. The longest night of the year and the shortest day. Yule celebrates another turn of the wheel of the year, a return of strength. This holiday marks the birth of the Sun. Starting from Yule, the length of the day increases, and light gradually begins to prevail over darkness. It refers to the holidays of balance, this is one of the four main astronomically calculated points of the annual wheel. Time for meditation, discovering new abilities in yourself. In the period from December 19 to 24, it is good to analyze achievements, discard the old, get rid of the unnecessary. This time is also called the "Days of the Serpent", when the Sun passes the thirteenth constellation of Ophiuchus. New Year and Christmas are direct descendants of pagan celebrations, for example, the tradition of decorating a Christmas tree goes back to the cult of the World Tree and fertility rites. In many religions, the birth of God occurred precisely during the renewal of the power of the Sun. The night preceding the day of the Solstice is called Modranecht, the mother's night, the night of mothers, the mother of all nights, since it is believed that it is on this night that the Goddess gives birth to a young solar God - a baby, personifying the principle of the birth of life from death, or order emerging from chaos. Winter Solstice December 21-22. Yule holiday. On the same night, the newborn God of the bright part of the year begins a battle with the old king, his father, for the right to remain in the world of the living, and after a dozen days and nights he defeats him, and with his victory the bright half of the year begins. For these very twelve days and nights after Yule, while the battle between the two kings is going on, they were wondering about the future (for the coming twelve months) - this is both a Slavic and Western European tradition. The day following the Mother's Night was considered the "day of fate": everything that was done and said on this day before sunset determined the events of the entire coming year. The twelfth night (actually, the thirteenth, if Modranecht is taken into account) was considered a kind of culmination of "fortune-telling days" - and there were no more true dreams, predictions, signs than those revealed on that night. The twelfth night is the time of words, and every word spoken on this day has a special meaning. It is believed that the vow or oath pronounced on the twelfth night is inviolable, and the words of spells and conspiracies are more effective than ever. Rituals at this time are aimed at accelerating the coming of the Sun, the renewal of Nature. Holiday colors: black, green, white, gold, silver. Symbols: pentacle, cold iron, stone, bonfire. Stones: bloodstone, ruby, cat eye, serpentine, emerald, diamond. On Yule, agrarian rites are often held to return the fertility saved by people to fruit trees - pies stuffed with fruits collected from them in the fall are hung on the branches of trees in orchards and a ritual libation of wine (cider) is performed. The “return of fertility” to the fields is carried out much later. By the way, the decoration of the Yule tree carries approximately the same meaning: the branches of a living and green tree are decorated with pastries, ritual figurines and balls symbolizing future fruits. In addition, a ritual bonfire is lit on Yule, as a symbol of the disappearance of the dark half of the year in the fire of the newborn sun, they helped the young sun to grow stronger after birth, “fed” it, added strength to it. Winter Solstice December 21-22. Yule holiday. This fire also has a powerful cleansing power. Yule is celebrated cheerfully and noisily, the stronger the general fun, the brighter and higher the fire of the ritual bonfire, the more hubbub - the more likely it is that the celebrating people will help drive away all the evil that can interfere with the birth of the young God. It is very important to wait for dawn on this night (especially if the night was starry and the morning clear) and greet the newborn Sun. Rituals and magical actions associated with threads also go well on Yule: weaving, tying, tying, knotting, weaving, rituals based on embroidery made by oneself, and in addition - unweaving the old, untying situations and the like. At the time when the new is born, in Modranecht, all knots must be untied, all fetters removed. Keep this in mind when celebrating Yule - those who celebrate should be light and free from attachments and fixations that have accumulated all year.

Yule house decoration Take brushes of viburnum, tie red, green, gold and silver ribbons on them. Such brushes can be hung on a tree or hung around the house, they will bring health and well-being to your home. Consecrate cinnamon sticks for love and health in your home. In the future, they can be made into a garland or used for baking or drinks. Basil sprigs will bring wealth and protection to your home. Laurel will give health and activate your strength. You can also use cones, bells, coins, acorns, mistletoe, apples and flowers for decoration. On the Yule holiday, feed the birds and animals, give gifts to loved ones. So you will establish a connection with the World for the whole coming year. The birth of the Sun is a great time of rethinking, renewal. We always have room to grow and something to strive for. Winter Solstice December 21-22. Yule holiday. Yule tree. Another important Yule tradition is the decoration of the evergreen tree. So, without knowing it, we all celebrate this holiday - after all, in every house at this time a green Christmas tree appears, decorated with lights and fruits. Among the decorations, there is traditionally always the Sun and the Moon, symbols of God and Goddess, day and night light. Stars (on threads or clips) surround the Christmas tree with twinkling and the tree seems to float in the darkness between the worlds, becoming a symbol of the World Tree. As a sign of connection with the generations of ancestors and descendants, as a symbol of the souls of the celebrating family, angels or other winged figures are hung on the Christmas tree. Do not forget about the gatherings of fairies on the branches. Small gift packages and traditional glass balls are the symbols of our desires, which we make on the longest night. Toys in the form of a cornucopia or a bunch of grapes are the guarantee of a house full of cups and full cups that are drunk to the glory of the gods and spirits on Yule night. Yule drink. Mulled wine is brewed, choosing wine according to one's own taste. A thicker, balanced Cabernet or a fragrant, recognizable Isabella is the choice of the hostess. If dry wine is chosen, then sugar will have to be added to it, and it is more convenient to immediately stock up on syrup for this. By the way, mulled wine can be sweetened with homemade jam syrup, blackberry or raspberry. Someone likes, along with traditional spices, cloves (literally a couple of pieces) and cinnamon, to revive mulled wine with dried strawberries or cherries. You can serve mulled wine in glasses, first putting a few cherries from compote there. Others prefer to cook mulled wine traditionally: New Year's and citrus. Then, during cooking, tangerines are added (if you plan to eat them later, you need to clean them from the films and serve guests with long spoons or forks for fruit) and lemon zest. The best mulled wine is brewed in a pot, cast iron or copper, not aluminum. It is stirred, usually clockwise, and heated to the degree of "pre-boiling". This is unique moment when mulled wine is just thinking to start boiling. Catching it is easy to learn: it's just a matter of practice. Time and Yule Ritual. This is the darkest night of the year - and at the same time, the most joyful magic happens in these moments. This is the time of cleansing from the old obsolete and the time to remember your past achievements, boast about them, remaking them into fables, and release your imagination into the future: make plans, make plans and dream. WE MAKE CHARMS FOR Yule. This is a charm for a year. They must be done on the night of December 21-22. On the longest night of the year - before the winter solstice, each of you will be able to independently make yourself a charm for a year. To do this, you need to gather your whole family, but you can only have your closest friends (you can use both) at the set table. The table should be laid so that it is no longer necessary to bring and put new dishes, tea, cake - everything should be at once. You can sit down at the table at any time, starting from sunset until 22:55. Collect snow in a beautiful earthenware, metal or crystal bowl just before you sit down at the table. In this vessel we put any items that will play the role of amulets for each of your loved ones: rings, bracelets, beads, etc. And we also put pre-cooked twigs of mountain ash and pine in a bowl. We light a white candle and strengthen it in the snow in this vessel. You can pre-strengthen it at the bottom with plasticine. You communicate at the table, eat. It is advisable not to get up. A couple of moments before the candle touches the water, take your object and dry it in your hands or hold it against your body. Then those who live in this house go around the house clockwise 3 times. Get around inside. Pour melt water over the threshold. Who lives in the entrances, pour water over the threshold of the entrance. Result: The amulet is ready for each of those you love! Your apartment is now well protected from evil forces! These amulets will keep you, your loved ones and your home throughout the year, until the next Yule. Amulet to attract money: On the day of the winter solstice, make an amulet to attract money. You will need: 9 coins, 6 small green candles with a wide base, a tray made of copper or any other shiny metal, dry basil, a piece of green silk. Create a circle of green candles on a tray and place 9 coins inside the circle. Light the candles, starting from the north, saying: - From this day on, the day comes, raining on my money. With sunshine, let wealth come! Leaving the coins in the center, move the candles so that they are almost touching and the wax drips onto the coins. Let the candles burn out completely. When the wax hardens, cut out a disc with coins inside and sprinkle it with dry basil to attract wealth. Leave the amulet where it will be exposed to light for one day and one night, then wrap it in green silk and hide it where you keep the documents. Prosperity Ritual: Decorate the Christmas tree with golden cones and green and red Christmas tree garlands and rain. Buy a large scarlet candle in advance. Prepare dinner for the whole family, it should include meat and vegetable dishes and bread. When you cook, be sure to stir each dish 13 times clockwise in the old tradition for natural growth. Arrange green and red candles in the room where you will have dinner and light them, and turn off the electric light. Place a scarlet candle in the center of the table and place around it 9 nuts, raisins, sunflower seeds and silver coins to symbolize the gifts of the earth, small particles earth and earth metals. Blow out all the candles one by one and welcome the darkness to be defeated by the light. Say: In the dark I am in the womb of mother earth, whose gifts surround the candle of the New Year, signifying the cycle of beginning and end, death and birth, there is a time and a season for everything, decrease before growth, loss before increase, lack before abundance. Calmly think in the dark, allowing images of the future to arise in your thoughts. When you're ready, say: - The light returns and life with it. The sun has not died, only dozed off and will be born again with mother earth as I light this flame. Light a scarlet candle and from it light all the other candles again, saying in turn: Light from light, life from life, let our prosperity grow. Eat a few nuts, raisins and seeds to increase the wealth in your life. Say: - I take strength from mother earth in the growing light of the sun and believe in the growth of my well-being. As you sit in the candlelight, let optimism fill your soul.

Do not miss! I'll give you a few tips on what you can do: Sort the papers on your desktop for items you need. Throw it out, finally a large number of various notes - memos. Having written out preliminary important information on ONE piece of paper. Before writing out the information, check its relevance. It often happens that most of it is no longer needed. Dear women, shake out the contents of your handbags and make room for new important checks, napkins, receipts, sweets, cosmetics, nice trinkets, etc. Otherwise, for sure, nothing will fit. Spend one evening (or two, or three, or... - as needed) on your computer to delete photos of ex/former, outdated music, unused downloads of years...twenty years ago of trainings, cool tutorials, etc. Pay off your debts or agree when you will pay them off. Remember your promises to other people. If possible, do them. If not, then say you can't do it. Look in closets and wardrobes. Collect things and clothes that you have not used for more than 2 years and give them to those who need them. I sometimes take my things to the entrance and they are quickly taken apart. Remember your surroundings. It is possible that there are people in it with whom it is high time to say goodbye. So let them leave your life to make room for new friends and contacts. Write down your limiting beliefs, negative memories, fears about the future on a piece of paper and burn it. Let this act be the beginning of farewell to them. Remember the people who were once dear to you, but you broke up and broke up being in a conflict, overt or hidden. And you still have an unpleasant aftertaste from it. If possible, write or call this person, thank him for being in your life. Or ask for forgiveness. And if contact is lost, then mentally thank the person. Think about what you promised yourself to do this year. Assess these promises for relevance and reality. Those promises that did not pass this filter - let go. If you can do something, then do it. If not, then there is still time until December 31 :) Remember that New Year and Christmas are ahead. Decorate Christmas trees, decorate houses, buy gifts. This is also preparation for the birth of a new sun. How to Prepare for a Ritual: First, you must choose the appropriate rite to perform on the Winter Solstice. Decide exactly how you want to change your life, and depending on this, give preference to one or another ritual. And secondly, it is important to carefully prepare for the upcoming magical action. Stock up on all the necessary attributes in advance, and choose candles depending on what rite they are intended for: it is better to use red candles to attract love into your life, white candles for global changes in life, and green ones to improve your well-being. And also do not forget to prepare in advance all the other items and substances that you will use. It is also important to make sure that no one interferes with you on the day of the ritual. Therefore, think in advance about choosing a suitable secluded place. Also, you must definitely learn the words of the conspiracy that you will use. Although it should be noted that some experts argue that on the day of the Winter Solstice, you can even pronounce those conspiracies that you come up with on your own. It is only desirable that they be composed in poetic form and do not contain a single superfluous word. So decide for yourself whether you use proven conspiracies or spells of your own composition for years - most importantly, do everything right. Cleansing magic: Traditionally, the cleansing of negativity is carried out with the help of five elements. First, we need incense - incense, thyme, St. John's wort or incense sticks. Incense is a symbol of Fire. Second, water. Ideally - spring or any untouched: for example, drinking water bought in a store is suitable, but on condition that it was purchased specifically for the ritual. Next, we need a feather or a fan - symbols of the element of Air. The incarnation of the Earth will be the ashes from incense or herbs. And finally, the fifth element is the action itself, the ritual itself and sacred words as a manifestation of spiritual energy. So, on the morning of December 21, start with a general cleaning. Wipe dust and reflective surfaces properly, get rid of everything that is superfluous, outdated and, of course, broken. Let go of things that evoke bad memories or are simply associated with something unpleasant. At sunset, we place everything necessary for our ceremony on the table, which you will free from unnecessary things in advance, turn our faces to the east - because it is from the east that there is a constant influx of energy, we light incense, bring them to the heart, and from the heart we raise our hands up and say : “In the name of the Supreme Lord, the Creator of everything, the Guardian of everything, the Destroyer of evil, I ask you, the Spiritual forces of the Universe, accept this incense as a sign of respect for you! I ask you to cleanse me and my living space from everything negative. Let it be so!" Then fumigate yourself from the top of your head to your feet and, holding the incense in your right hand, approach the threshold. Moving clockwise, go around the entire apartment. I recommend staying longer in the corners: this is where the maximum amount of negative energy accumulates. In addition, during this action, you must constantly visualize how everything bad leaves your house, how you literally push black energy out the door, how it disappears, dissipates. When you complete the circle and again find yourself at the threshold, open the door and symbolically drive away the negative, saying at the same time: “Let all evil leave my house! Let it be so!" Next, we take a vessel with water (it is desirable that it be a wooden or ceramic bowl), fumigate it with incense, bring water to the heart, lift it up and in the same way ask for help from the Spiritual forces of the Universe. Thumb and ring fingers right hand we sprinkle our crown and three times - the space in front of us (do not forget that you are facing east). After that, we again go to the front door and go around the apartment clockwise, sprinkling the room, imagining how everything bad goes underground with water, leaving your house and your life forever. After making a circle, open the door and sprinkle the space near the entrance. Then pour the water down the drain. You will go through the third circle with a fan or a feather in your right hand (do not forget to first ask for support from the Spiritual forces of the Universe and cleanse yourself of negativity: to do this, you need to move the fan or feather on the top of your head, imagining that you are shaking off the negative energy that has accumulated over a whole year). "Walking around the house, make such movements as if sweeping away the negative. To enhance the effect, you can take a bell and ring the whole apartment. And finally, when the incense burns out, nameless and thumbs take some ashes with your right hand (incense ash is a symbol of a clean land) and touch the top of your head or between the eyebrows - this will cleanse yourself. And to clean the house, we take the remaining ashes and, following from the front door clockwise, sprinkle a little in the corners. Now it remains for you to thank the Spiritual forces of the Universe for helping you conduct this ceremony and free yourself from all that is bad and unnecessary. Try to have a good rest: tomorrow you will have a new, no less important work. Coins for good luck. On December 22, on the first day of the year according to the solar calendar, the foundation of the next 12 months is laid both on the subtle and on the material plane. And since the Sun enters the sign of Capricorn, you must first of all concentrate on the material side of life, namely career and money. This day is ideal for making a money talisman that will increase your benefits. As the Sun grows, so will your well-being grow: this is the main idea of the talisman. We will need spring or untouched water and two coins, but they must be obtained on this particular day. In the morning, go to the store, buy a good drink and delicious food (as a symbol of a prosperous life), get change - you will take the necessary coins from it, preferably ten rubles. Pay attention to one important detail: before buying food, in a whisper so that no one can hear, say: “I dedicate this food to increase wealth for yourself and for your family." And then buy. Arriving home, put the food on the table, pour the drink into a bowl, pour water into another container and take two coins. Stand facing east, light incense and turn in any form to the Spiritual forces of the Universe. Ask to help you cleanse yourself before performing the ritual and conduct the ceremony itself, aimed at increasing the well-being of your family. Now, with the help of incense, fumigate yourself from head to toe, food, drink and coins (coins - especially carefully). After that, smoke the water. Sprinkle yourself, food, coins with water (again with special care) - this will wash away any negative energy layers. Take a cup with a drink, bring it to your heart and in your own words turn to God, to the Spiritual forces of the Universe with a request to accept this drink as a sign of respect. Now, with the thumb and ring fingers of the right hand, we sprinkle the food with this drink three times. Then we rotate the bowl clockwise, saying at the same time: “As the Sun grows, the way the good, happiness, wealth of me and my family grow. Let it be so!" We do this three or nine times. We do the exact same thing with food. Then we take the coins, put them in the left hand, and ring finger with the right hand we touch the drink, and then - to each coin, and from both sides. At this time, we will wear out: “I dedicate this talisman to increasing money and material wealth for me and my family. Let it be so!" We place the coins between the palms and from the bottom of our hearts thank God and the Spiritual forces of the Universe for their support and help. Now these coins are your talisman. Place them in a wallet separately from other money (so as not to accidentally spend them), and throughout the year they will attract positive, wealth and well-being to you. By the way, two coins mean double the capital. So you can count on the fact that in the coming year you will become twice as rich. After the ceremony, arrange a small feast of the same foods and drinks that were used in the ritual. Share this food with your friends and family so that not only you but also your loved ones are charged with the energy of well-being. Below I offer 8 rituals for the Solstices. This is the best time to launch your intentions for the future. The period for the rituals is from December 21 to December 23. 1. Let go... If this was not your year, sit down at sunset, take a sheet of paper and write down all the bad and negative things that have happened to you over the past 6-12 months. Light a fire in the fireplace or a fire outside the house. Come up with your own prayer for the ceremony, such as “Goodbye past, I let you go. I give you freedom. There is no return for you." Burn the paper, imagining how all your sorrows and difficulties disappear with the smoke and set you free. If you don't want to burn your problems (or don't have the opportunity), you can find a place where you can dig a small hole. Take your trouble paper and bury it. Put a few stones on top and say the words of farewell. 2. As written... Write your dream on one side of the paper, then turn it over and write down everything you think you need to do to make it come true. Make a decision each week to take one item from the action list and work on it - do this for the next 25-52 weeks. Hang your list in a special place. 3. Create a sacred space... If you're meditating, midnight is a great time to meditate on launching your intentions for the coming year. You can use this abundance meditation. 4. Plant Intention Seeds... Buy any flower seeds and plant them in a small glass in the window. You don't need soil for this - just soak two paper towels, wring out lightly and unfold. Fold them carefully and place them in the glass so that they form a soft wall inside the glass. Place the seeds between the napkins and the glass so that they can be seen. Napkins should hold them in place. Place the glass on a window where the sun shines for several hours every day. Add enough water to keep the wipes moist. The plants you grow will be a reminder of your dream. Each time you water them and watch them grow, imagine one small task you can do to achieve that dream. Perhaps by the time the plant reaches maturity, you will already be making progress towards your dream. 5. Stage rebirth… Water represents cleansing and renewal. Light the candles and fill the tub. Turn on calm music and allow yourself 20 minutes of complete relaxation. Visualize all the good things you want to see in your life in the next 6-12 months. When you flush, imagine all the problems and difficulties being washed away along with the rest of the water. 6. Create a place... Spend the evening clearing a place for your dreams. Buy large trash bags and over the next week fill them with things that you haven't used in a long time or things that make you feel uncomfortable. Clear your house of unnecessary things and donate them to Charity before the end of this week. 7. Use cultural traditions... In Ecuador, on New Year's Eve, it is customary to eat 12 grapes before midnight and make a wish on each grape eaten. You can do this with your dream. Each grape can represent a step needed for your movement. Imagine yourself living every step of your dream as you eat grapes. Ecuadorians believe that walking around the block with a suitcase in hand will bring you the trip of your dreams. You may find it curious to pack your suitcase, put pictures of your dream in it and carry it around your house (block). Either way, it will amuse your neighbors. 8. Visualize... Create your Wish Board. Find images that represent your dreams and spend the evening cutting them out and pasting them onto a board or piece of construction paper to hang on your refrigerator. You can create your board online - call it "My Dream" or Your Solstice Celebration. Collect the pictures you want on the internet that represent your dream or what you plan to do to achieve it. Resolve to look at it every morning and every evening for the next 6-12 months. And the last piece of advice: once you do any of these rituals, imagine very clearly your dreams for the next year. Make this visualization very real and imagine that it has already happened in the present moment. Rituals are a powerful tool to inspire and motivate you to follow your dreams. You can even spend an evening writing down what is working in your life today that you are grateful for. Express your gratitude for all the good things in your life right now. Start by being thankful for the eyes that see and read this, the computer and the internet that got you here, the fingers that typed into the search bar, the roof over your head that protects you from the weather and the cold, etc. Start thinking about your Solstice ritual today. These rituals help you to Restart your life. They serve as a marker for the transition to the new through clearing the head and allowing yourself to move in a new direction. Believe in your future, as ancient people firmly believed that after winter, spring would come and the sun would return warmly. Eat your dinner with the whole family by candlelight. Happy pre-holiday chores!

Today, December 21, is the shortest day of the year and the longest night. This is the winter solstice. Even in ancient times, it was considered magical - the Birth of the Sun (Winter Solstice, Kolyada). On the night of December 22, they made wishes, arranged fortune-telling and other rituals.

In astronomy, this day is considered the beginning of winter, so many signs are associated with it.

Winter Solstice: Signs

If there is frost on the trees, a lot of grain should be expected next season.
If the cut cherry branches bloom for Christmas, there will be many berries.
The rain is coming - to the wet spring.
The sun is clear, radiant - the New Year is frosty, gloomy and frost on the trees - on New Year's Eve it is cloudy, with a thaw.
Quiet windless day - a good harvest of fruit trees.

Rituals for the Winter Solstice

On the day of the winter solstice, you can perform rituals for the fulfillment of desires, draw up maps of your goals and plans. The day of the winter solstice helps to get more accurate answers in divination. Therefore, lovers of fortune-telling on cards on this day will be able to learn more than usual.

You can safely throw away old things, cleanse your thoughts and consciousness, and pray. On this day, you can say goodbye to the past and open your way to a happy future.

They say that on this day you can turn your destiny in the other direction, change the course of events and attract the desired events into your life.

Traditionally, in the old days, the rebirth of the Sun was celebrated on the winter solstice, it was celebrated at night, before sunrise. The holidays of Kolyada among the Slavs and Yule among the Germanic peoples are associated with this day. To give strength to the Sun, which, according to legend, should be reborn on this day, there was a custom to kindle a ritual fire. Often the logs for the fire were oak, because oak was believed to be a cosmic tree. Sometimes they took a pine tree, which symbolized the dying sun god. The logs were decorated with carvings and corresponding symbols. To perform the ritual of the revival of the Sun, 13 red and green candles were taken with the Sun and other magical symbols carved on them.

The old pagan customs of the winter solstice included the tradition of placing bread or cakes on the branches of old trees, pouring sweet drinks on the trees as a gift to the forest gods. This was done in the hope that in gratitude people would be given a good harvest in the coming seasons.

With the advent of Christianity, the ancient holiday of the winter solstice was timed to coincide with Christmas and the beginning of winter Christmas time. According to custom, on the longest night of the year, they caroled, guessed at the future.

This is a great day to do a meditation to celebrate new beginnings and projects. If you have something new in mind, make time for this day, because meditations for the winter solstice are especially powerful.

The winter solstice is a good day for those who are engaged in spiritual self-development, it inspires the opening of spiritual spaces and reveals past lives.

This day is suitable for rituals for the fulfillment of desires. if you have cherished desire, guess it on the day of the rebirth of the Sun.

Rituals of healing, prosperity, gaining strength and wisdom are performed.

Winter solstice divination gives accurate results, Tarot and Oracle divination works well.

The room where the ritual or meditation is performed is decorated with dry leaves, nuts and fruits. 13 candles, decorated with symbols of the Sun, are placed in the center of the ritual altar. To flavor the air, it is good to use juniper, cedar, pine and rosemary oils.

Herbs, stones and metals of the winter solstice

Use the herbs, stones, and metals appropriate for the day to help with rituals and meditations. Herbs: anise, elderberry, verbena, clove, ginger, coriander, cinnamon, jasmine, lavender, laurel, juniper, lemon balm, moss, rosemary, rue, blackthorn, thistle. Stones: aventurine, turquoise, chiastolite, moon rock, ruby, sapphire, tiger eye, black tourmaline. Metals: gold, silver, brass, steel.

As a treat for holiday table on the day of the winter solstice it is better to offer: pork and lamb dishes, pies, fruits (apples, pears, bananas, etc.), nuts, juices, ginger tea.

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Whether we like it or not, everyone participates in all the processes taking place in the Universe. All are one and interconnected. Therefore, it is so important to live in harmony with the rhythm of the universe. This is one of the most important conditions healthy life, prosperity and abundance. All Vedic holidays These are mystical, special days. The Earth, Moon, Sun are at this time in special positions relative to each other, the center of the Galaxy and other celestial objects. The sky opens, the Gates open and a huge flow of energy comes to the Earth.

Holidays, depending on the time when they come, have different meanings, but all these days are mystical, they are intended for spiritual work. This is better days for spiritual practices, meditation, prayer. They are not meant for worldly affairs. It is no coincidence that the ancient sages prescribed certain rituals on these days.

The sages divide the year into two halves - the Divine Day and the Divine Night. Period from winter solstice(December 21-22) until summer solstice(June 21-22) is the day, and the period from the summer solstice to the winter solstice is night. The beginning of each of these periods is marked by a holiday, calendar ritual actions. The sun is revered and deified by all peoples. The solstices were used to improve the quality of life, it was the starting point of a new life. Equinox days are also important - these are the most important astronomical events, special energy time, these are the central points connecting the earth's seasons.

winter solstice, solstice, one of the most important, special days of the year. Starting from this day, daylight increases and night decreases. On this day, the height of the sun rises in the sky is the lowest. From this day the sun begins its northern growth path. At this time, the Earth is at the smallest distance from the Sun. Life on Earth largely depends on the Sun, so the approach of the Earth to the Sun and the distance are the most important astronomical events.

Moment solstice- This critical moment transition. About 3 days before and after the solstice, the Earth receives a huge flow of creative energy, this is a magical, sacred time of transition. Like any transitional time, it is for spiritual practices. It is believed that this time is not for material affairs. It is very conducive to God-centeredness rather than self-centeredness. Winter solstice This is the beginning of the astronomical new year. This is a holiday of rebirth, the birth of a new sun.

From this moment a new cycle of time begins. The moment of the solstice, the end of long nights is the mystery of the birth of the new, renewal, rebirth, the transition from the old life to the new. This is both death and resurrection, the mystery of the rebirth of old age into youth. In this energetically special, charged time, you can burn your sins, change your fate, be reborn, just like a renewed Sun is born again, our ancestors thought so.

In the coming days before the solstice, it is favorable to get rid of everything obsolete, interfering, superfluous (both in the house and in terms of personality, habits, relationships, etc.). It would be good to let go of grievances, leave quarrels, resolve conflicts, favorably make donations, repay debts. It is better to enter a new life lightly. With gratitude to God, with pure thoughts, pure intentions and wishes of happiness.

And in a clean place (you first need to clean the territory, get rid of rubbish, garbage and dust on the physical plane as well). It is very auspicious to light lamps and incense. The night before this day is the longest of the year. This is a dark, feminine, magical time. This night opens the door to a new life. It is good to sum up the results of the past year, to thank God for everything that He gives. It is important to get rid of worries, anxieties and enter a new life in a harmonious state. At this time, together with the sun, all living things begin their path of growth, ascent. It's very important to be God-centered, move away from the hustle and bustle, turn inward.

Prayer, meditation at this time will have great power, as well as your good intentions, goals for the future. The rhythms of the Universe at this time are very conducive to this. The power of the resurgent Sun, the powerful energy of creation will fill them. It is auspicious to meet the sunrise, express your respect to him, congratulate him on his birth, thank him for his gifts. It is important to feel this transitional sacred period, the turn from darkness to light, from ignorance to knowledge, from death to immortality. If this is done consciously (to discard the negative, the obsolete and create the intention to acquire the bright), then ahead - indeed - the bright path of rebirth and growth.

At this time, the sky opens, strong flows of energy go to the Earth. This is a time of Hope and Opportunity. It is very important to use it for your growth, improvement. This is a time of meditation, prayer, a time of good intentions. Should I miss this chance? This is a great time to improve, change what needs to be changed; get rid of what gets in the way; lay a solid foundation for growth. This day is celebrated in the culture of every nation. An indispensable attribute of the holiday - fire - these are candles, lamps, bonfires.

Traditions of the ancestors of the Slavs

The ancient Slavs celebrated the New Year, or Kolyada, on the day of the winter solstice. carol- the first month of winter and the new year. On the same day, in accordance with natural rhythms, they celebrated christmas carols, incarnation of one of the main Slavic gods Dazhdboga (Dazhboga, Dazhboga) who embodies the sun.

Kolyada among the Slavs marks renewal, the New Year cycle. The nascent Sun appears in the form of a child. The baby is the disk of the Sun, called Kolo. The Kolyada holiday is opposite in time to Kupala. It marks the seasonal turn, the arrival of light, the dying of the old, the arrival of the strong-young.

The main attribute of the festival was a bonfire, depicting and invoking the light of the sun. A ritual New Year's round cake was prepared for Kolyada - a loaf - shaped like the sun. On the day of the winter solstice, sheaves and dolls were brought into the houses and songs were sung - carols with wishes for well-being at home and with requests for gifts - loaves and pies.

The carolers dressed up in costumes of animals - a bear, a horse, a goat, a cow, which means ancient symbol abundance. They praised the owners, wished well-being to the house and family, and for this they demanded gifts, jokingly predicting ruin for the miserly. And the one who did not apply for Kolyada is considered to remain in poverty next year. In Kolyada, it was customary to give round rolls. The Kolyada holiday is also called "White Christmas time".

celebration Christmas time - Christmas and New Year filled with fun delicious food and magic rituals, stretched among the ancient Slavs for 21 days, helping to pass the dark cold winter. Prepared for Christmas kolivo, or sochivo- porridge with honey and raisins, and socheviki- sweet pies with cottage cheese and jam. The huts were decorated with god dolls Veles(the Slavic prototype of the modern Father Frost) and the Snow Maiden, and burning wheels were rolled on the streets and bonfires were lit to help the emerging winter sun.

Carolists went from house to house - young boys and girls who sang carols (ritual songs with wishes for well-being) and received treats as a reward. At the first midnight of Kolyaden, the priests sacrificed a duck and a piglet to Kolyada. At Christmas time, they dressed up in new clothes and put the best treats on the tables for the family gathered together. It was believed, “as you meet the New Year, so you will spend it.

Before the festival, the magician howls like a wolf (prophetic howl), driving away evil spirits. The celebration lasted 3 days - from December 22 to December 25. Around the village at night "They chased Pop or Balda"- a burning thick stump of a log. And, if it was possible to roll it from the fire around the village and return it burning back to the fire, a favorable life awaited the village. To do this, the guys and girls cleared the path from the snow, and buttered the "Pop-Bald" - poured it with oil. True, the “Baldu” was oiled in advance to increase burning - tow soaked in oil and wax was put into the hollowed-out inside.

According to one version, the name "Popa-Balda" was given as a mockery in honor of the priest, who "served" one night, and then lay on his side all year. According to another version, pop is the Ashes of the Fathers who betrayed. In the morning, a feast, games, and revelry were arranged. The next night they launched a new Balda and the next night too. On the second day it was impossible to feast at home - they went to the guests. Take turns with each other.

On the last morning of the holiday, from the common fire, they brought the "New Fire" into the oven, which before that had to be cleaned of ashes and, preferably, whitewashed. Everyone was sure to wash in the bathhouse and proceed to the family feast. “Where you spend the night, there you will live for a year”.Arranged "Fiery Purgatory"- jumping over the fire. Singly and in pairs. If desired, it was possible to take an oath of allegiance - "Fire Curse". To do this, you need to jump over the fire together and not unclench your hands at the same time. The fire - Steal was not extinguished, but allowed to burn out on its own.

There was another custom on Kolyada - "Breaking Bread into a Circle". "With whom you break bread, that is your brother". This custom was carried out on every holiday. In other words, Kolyada is a collective circular food. During the day they prepared a collective meal - clubbing, and burned large holiday bonfires - I steal- all night. This Slavic holiday and custom originated in ancient times. To collect food for a circular meal and were invented carols- funny sayings, jokes, fables, horror stories, songs.

Collecting food for Kolyada was mainly done by young people - unmarried girls and boys. Toward evening, young people gather in separate groups and walk through the streets with songs, jokes and a star on a long stick. This star symbolizes the resurgent sun. Did it usually eight-pointed, from paper, painted with paints.

Revolve around the sun 8 planets, Besides Recently, scientists of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences obtained a unique photo of the Sun. On it, radially directed to the solar disk and twisting into a right-handed swastika are clearly visible. eight eddy currents.

It is quite possible that the number of depicted rays of the Sun is compared by our wise Ancestors with these eight vortex flows. Such accurate knowledge back in ancient times, which is reflected in our traditions, may indicate that our Ancestors clearly had a cosmic origin, as evidenced by the Slavic-Aryan Vedas. That wisdom, which we are now restoring bit by bit, was known to our Ancestors - the Slavic-Aryans in ancient times.

The main Christmas characters are "old men", "beggars" and "tall old women". notice, that Russian word"beggar" is related to ancient Indian nistyas , which means “foreign”, “outside” and, in general, is similar to the concept of “mummers”. At Svyatki, for dressing up, people used fur coats turned out with fur, torn clothes, smeared with soot, tried to look scarier.

The bear is a symbol of Winter; the cow and the bull are associated with the cult of the moon; the horse is a symbol of the Sun and a link between the world of the living and the world of ancestors; the goose is a sign of the soul that has known the truth; goat and goat - symbols of fertility; wolves (as well as dogs) since the time of Indo-European antiquity have been ritual companions of man on the way to the “other world”.

The days of Christmas time were considered magical. People guessed for the future, trying to predict the harvest, wars, weddings ... They commemorated their dead relatives, left refreshments for them and lit fires. They dressed (dressed up) in the skins of real and mythical animals, evil spirits, and also tried on the clothes (and roles) of other people and people of the opposite sex. At that time, the dark forces were endowed with special power, which, according to legend, came especially close to the world of the living.

At the end of Christmas time, the mummers specially bathed in the hole to return the souls of their ancestors, to whom they lent their bodies for the time of Christmas time, back to the world of Light. It was considered strictly necessary to plunge into the water, since already in the oldest Vedic texts it is stated that the shortest path of the soul to heaven is immersion in the waters.

Bread, grain and straw played an important role in Christmas rituals. Straw has been associated with many rituals. Gods were invited to the sacrificial straw. They gave birth on straw. Every dying person had to end his life necessarily on straw. A ritual drink was filtered through a straw “crita”. At Svyatki, they laid straw on the floor, covered the table with straw, and then covered it with a tablecloth - a tabletop. And only after that, festive dishes were put on the table. Among the Christmas dishes were obligatory: oatmeal jelly and oatmeal pancakes, kutya (until December 25, "lean", then - "generous"), that is, the main dishes of funeral rituals. Obligatory on the Christmas table was a roasted pig, which was always served in its entirety.

Mother's Night is of great importance in pagan tradition. The longest night falls on December 22 and is the night of the winter solstice. From this period, the day begins to lengthen, and according to the belief of the ancients, it is on this night that the god of the Sun and Light is born. But in front of her, on Mother's Night, a certain mystery occurs when the gates of another world open. So new life enters our world. And leading role it is the Mother who plays in this, which tears off the secret dark door.

All the annual work is finished, the bins are full. It's time to take stock and thank the gods and house spirits for their assistance in all matters throughout the year. This is the time to free yourself from all worries and anxieties to meet the new life cycle. It's dark ladies time. The hostess puts the house in order, decorates it and gathers the family around the hearth. Everyone at this time praises the Goddesses, and the Mother opens the gates of the Other World to let new life into our world.

Starting from this day, nothing can be done in the house, sweeping and cleaning, cooking and sewing. By the evening of the 20th, the hostesses are required to complete preparations for the holiday, clean and decorate the house, and prepare a lot of food. Also, the whole family must go to the bathhouse to wash in order to cleanse their bodies before such an important event.

Divination, conspiracies

To understand what Slavic conspiracy magic is, you need to understand the word "conspiracy" itself. In addition to it, other words were used to denote magic words: “slander”, “sentence” and others. All these words have the same root - dialect. In ancient Slavic languages this word consisted of two others: "Go" - the highest, high and "thief" - gate, penetrate, pass.

In the ancient Slavic world, only one who could correctly, in rhythm and with penetration pronounce the words of the conspiracy became a sorcerer. Everyone revered the Slavic sorcerers and listened to them. Thus, "speaking" is penetration, passage into higher worlds. Indeed, with the help of magical conspiracies, a person is able to influence the whole world around him and other people, due to the fact that his words successfully reach the higher spheres.

Christmas divination is varied and numerous. Girls were engaged in them, sometimes under the guidance of older women. And they were interested, first of all, whether they would get married next year or remain "in girls", whether they would be rich or poor, in general, whether they would live or die.

Charm dolls

In the long winter evenings, women and girls made dolls-guards to the quiet singing of old songs. They coiled, twisted, turned slowly, thoroughly, with hope and, most importantly, with great love. Therefore, neither scissors nor needles were used in the manufacturing process, so as not to cut the threads of fate-Share.

The threads were torn by hand, the same was done with the fabric - rags of worn clothes or used bed linen. And be sure to use natural (natural) and “happy” fabric, the one that was worn in a good life span, not overshadowed by any troubles or stresses.

The details of the dolls were not sewn together, but tied together, tied to each other. In some cases, the threads were wound "according to the sun", that is, from east to west, in others - according to a special pattern, avoiding repeated turns. At the same time, they formulated wishes, sang, sentenced or read prayers (and only in rare special cases they kept complete silence). Hence the positive energy that we, looking at the result, unconsciously feel even today. Hence the feeling of comfort, calmness and warmth. Experts call this effect sympathetic magic. the ability of things to affect each other at a distance, transmitting impulses through something very similar to the ether.

It is noteworthy that in most cases the dolls were left faceless - they did not even approximately outline any eyes, mouths or noses. And this emphasized the inanimate nature of the subject. According to legend, a faceless doll cannot become someone's double and, therefore, will never harm a person. Neither intentionally nor accidentally. The only thing that was allowed to mark puppet faces was a solar cross (an ancient powerful solar sign), symbolizing the unity of heaven and earth. In some cases, it was he who gave the textile or straw figurine the magical status of a talisman.

The multi-handled was used to help with the housework, Zhelannitsa, to fulfill a wish, the amulet served as a talisman against various tragic accidents. Changeling dolls helped the girl get married sooner, Guardian dolls protected from all types of witchcraft attacks.

Dolls were made mainly by women - the keepers of tribal traditions. In addition, many ritual and protective figurines are so miniature (no larger than the little finger) that only nimble female fingers can cope with jewelry work. Plus, the beautiful half of humanity has always been distinguished by a special creative gift, which in those distant times was especially pronounced in everyday life.

The witchcraft approach was also manifested in the prohibitions on the manufacture of ritual-charm dolls. For example, they could not be made at a “bad” time for any needlework. Not only on holidays and weekends, but also at night, plus on Wednesdays and Fridays. It was believed that at that time perfumes and devilry(in particular, kikimora and mermaids). On the other hand, needlework at a “good” time (especially in the winter season) was welcomed and often carried out by craftswomen en masse, in the form of girlish gatherings with long conversations, jokes and songs.

Another interesting feature is that they made protective dolls in one step, without postponing the process that had begun either “tomorrow” or “for later”. The reason for this is an old sign: the work done a second time crosses out what was done the first. Therefore, our great-great-...-grandmothers did not grind the hut in two brooms, did not put bread in the oven twice and believed that evil spirits could be killed only with one blow (slam a second time - it will come to life and ride away).

If you want, you can light candles in the house for all three days from December 22 to 25, which with their burning flame will help the Sun begin to increase daylight hours. On Kolyada, you can give friends and family symbols that personify the Sun or amulets. And you can make a charm for yourself. For example, the amulet Spiridon-Solstice, which was made on the days of the winter solstice from December 22 to 25. In his hands Spiridon holds a circle - the sun wheel. This amulet is given with the wishes of change for the better in order to direct your life in right direction Or those who are just starting their own business.

Magic rituals of the winter solstice

The winter solstice is a good day for those who are engaged in spiritual self-development, it inspires the opening of spiritual spaces and reveals past lives.

The day is suitable for rituals for the fulfillment of desires. If you have a cherished wish, make it on the day of the rebirth of the Sun.

They perform rituals of healing, prosperity, gaining strength and wisdom.

Herbs: anise, elderberry, verbena, clove, ginger, coriander, cinnamon, jasmine, lavender, laurel, juniper, lemon balm, moss, rosemary, rue, blackthorn, thistle. stones: aventurine, turquoise, moonstone, ruby, sapphire, tiger's eye, black tourmaline. Metals: gold, silver, brass, steel.

The calendar we are used to says that the year begins on the first of January and is divided into 12 months. But nature has its own laws, which, unfortunately, are poorly coordinated with astronomy. However, our ancestors knew and honored the laws of nature. The most important holiday in the annual cycle was the winter solstice - when will it be in 2019 and what practices are recommended for everyone? Read the details in this article.

What happens on this day?

First of all, let's figure out what the winter solstice is. On this day we can observe the longest night and the shortest day of the year. Magic time, isn't it? Our ancestors did not doubt it.

Holiday dates:

December 21 or 22 in the Northern Hemisphere (these are all countries above the equator);
June 20 or 21 - in the Southern Hemisphere (Australia, most countries of Latin America, etc.).

The exact date depends on the year, it's all about the calendar shift due to leap years.

In 2019, the winter solstice will occur on December 22 at 07:19 am Moscow time. If you live in another region, you can calculate the time yourself, knowing Moscow.

On this day, the Sun reaches its lowest position. Further, at the end of December and January, it rises higher above the horizon, making daylight hours longer.

In astrology, on this day the Sun moves from the zodiac sign Sagittarius to the sign Capricorn, and the astrological winter begins (the period of the signs Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces).

Since Capricorn is associated with planning, at this time it is advisable to think over and write down goals for the coming year. Consider what is really important to you and what you want to get rid of.

Our ancestors saw the solstice as a time of rebirth, hope, and a joyful start on the path to solar abundance.

Some call the holiday the winter equinox. However, this is not true. The equinox occurs in spring and autumn, in March and September, when day equals night. And in winter and summer - solstices.

Table of winter solstices until 2025

Year	Date and time in Moscow
2019	December 22 07:19
2020	December 21 13:02
2021	December 21 18:59
2022	22 December 00:48
2023	December 22 06:27
2024	December 21 12:20
2025	December 21 18:03

What is special about the solstices and equinoxes? See more about the astronomical meaning of this amazing phenomenon in the video:

Rites and rituals

Many rituals are recommended to be performed on the day of the solstice. The fact is that this is the shortest and most mysterious day of the year. When a colossal amount of energy is generated in nature, but it does not manifest itself clearly, but is hidden in the dark corners of the longest night.

Before carrying out any rituals (a few days before the holiday), it is necessary to carry out a major cleaning in the entire apartment or house:

Wash everything, even the most secluded corners.
Put things in order, put things in their places.
Clear out the pantry and decide what you need and what you don't.
Collect unwanted items and give to those in need.

Through such actions, you will clear space in your life for something new and joyful.

Let go ritual

Write down on paper all the negative and bad things that happened during the year - what you want to get rid of or forget.
Say the appropriate words that you must choose for yourself. For example: "I forgive and let go of everything that happened" or "I leave these events in the past, let them go and never return."
Now burn a sheet of paper, imagining how your sorrows are burned in the fire. And along with the smoke, problems disappear.
Feel free.

Ritual for the fulfillment of a wish

A wish is made at dawn:

Stand facing the east - look in the direction where the reborn Sun rises.
Thank the Sun for all the good things in your life and ask for help in the coming season.
Make a wish - try to mention as many details as possible.
Imagine that the wish has already come true. What do you feel? Let your imagination paint happy pictures.

On this holiday, it is good to make wishes that involve the renewal of life, the attraction of something new. It is also recommended to drink ginger tea during the day.

If your desire involves the accumulation of money, then the ideal option would be to open a bank savings account on the day of the solstice or the next day. By doing this, you will not only think about what you want, but also take the first step towards realization. Which is very important.

Ritual for cleansing

Held in the bathroom:

Fill the tub with warm water.
Be sure to add sea salt, because she takes all the negativity. But it is better to refuse foam on this day.
Arrange a few candles in the bathroom (odd number), turning off the electric lights.
Prepare pleasant music for relaxation. It can be the sounds of nature, religious chants, ethnic music, and so on.
Lie down in the bath. Imagine that your body is heavy, filled with the worries of the outgoing year.
Now visualize that water and salt take away all your problems. And every moment your body becomes lighter.
Flush the water, imagining that everything bad goes with it. Rinse under the shower.

After performing the ritual, you will feel a true renewal at the level of body and soul.

Winter Solstice Festival in different cultures

Our distant ancestors were guided by natural phenomena and the movement of the Sun when calculating time periods. The winter solstice point was significant for the construction of such historical structures as:

Stonehenge in the UK;
Newgrange in Ireland.

Their main axes are oriented to sunrise and sunset on the solstices.

Ancient Roman Saturnalia

AT Ancient Rome On the days of the solstice, the festival of Saturnalia was celebrated in honor of the god Saturn. The celebration lasted from 17 to 23 December. By this time, all agricultural efforts were completed. And people could indulge in celebration and fun.

It was customary to temporarily stop public affairs, send schoolchildren on vacation. It was even forbidden to punish criminals.

Slaves sat at the same table with the masters and were freed from daily work. There was a symbolic equalization of rights.

Crowds of celebrating walked in the streets. Everyone praised Saturn. On the days of Saturnalia, a pig was slaughtered as a sacrifice, and then they began to have fun. There was a tradition of gift exchange, which later moved to the modern Christmas and New Year.

Yule among the ancient Germans

This is a medieval holiday, one of the main ones of the year. It was celebrated with great pomp. The word "yule" was called the longest night of the year, which fell on the winter solstice.

It was believed that on this day the King of Oak was reborn, he warmed the frozen earth and gave life to the seeds in the soil, which were stored for a long winter, in order to germinate and give a harvest by spring.

People kindled fires in the fields. It was customary to drink the alcoholic drink cider. Children went from house to house with gifts. Baskets were woven from the branches of evergreens and ears of wheat, and apples and cloves were folded into them, which were sprinkled with flour.

Apples are a symbol of the sun and immortality, and wheat is a symbol of a good harvest. Flour meant light and success.

The houses were also decorated with branches of trees: ivy, holly, mistletoe. It was believed that this helps to call the spirits of nature to join the holiday. Spirits could bestow a happy life on the household.

On the holiday of Yule, the burning of a ritual log, the decoration of the Yule tree (the prototype of the New Year tree) and the exchange of gifts were carried out. The image of a log has been preserved in many countries to this day.

Holiday in Christianity

In Christianity, Christmas is celebrated these days. In the Catholic tradition, it comes on December 24, when the Sun, after passing its lowest point, is “reborn” again and rises higher.

It is believed that when Christianity replaced paganism, the new Christian holidays merged with pagan ones. This is how Christmas appeared in his modern form with a decorated Christmas tree and gifts for relatives and friends. Indeed, in fact, this is the celebration of the birth of Christ, but it is celebrated very similarly to the medieval Yule.

In Orthodoxy, due to the use of the Julian calendar, the date is 2 weeks behind the solstice, the Orthodox celebrate Christmas on January 7th. However, historically it is the same date. It's just that over the course of two thousand years, the solstice point has shifted by half a month.

Holiday in Slavic culture

The Slavs celebrated the day of Karachun, the harsh deity of winter. They believed that Karachun brings winter cold to the earth, plunging nature into a winter sleep.

Another name for the deity is Korochun, which means "the shortest." The winter solstice preceded the rebirth of the Sun.

Bonfires were burned everywhere, which were designed to help the Sun triumph over death and be reborn. After Karachun, the nights were waning, and the daylight hours were getting longer.

Subsequently, this deity turned into Frost - a gray-haired old man, from whose breath bitter frosts begin, and rivers are covered with ice. The Slavs believed that if Frost hit a hut with a staff, the logs would crack.

Frost does not like those who are afraid of him and hide, complain about the cold and quickly get cold. But for those who are not afraid of him, he gives rosy cheeks, strength of mind and good mood. This is reflected in the fairy tale "Morozko".

Video

The winter solstice in 2017 will begin on December 21, 2017 at 16:27 GMT. It will be the shortest day and longest night this year.

Occurs when the tilt of the Earth's axis of rotation away from the Sun takes highest value, thus this period marks the beginning of a gradual lengthening of the day and shortening of the night. From the day of the winter solstice on December 21, 2017, the day will begin to increase, and the night will decrease.

Signs on the day of the winter solstice December 21-22

Rituals for the Winter Solstice 2017

Of course, not all rituals that were used by our ancestors remain interesting for modern generations. After all, in the old days, sorcerers, for example, always lit fires that were supposed to burn all night, driving away the darkness and calling the Sun to return. And today, of course, no one does this. But there are also rituals that have not lost their relevance. And we will talk about them below.

The ideal option for any person is to use the winter solstice in order to attract some changes, new energy, abilities and opportunities into their lives. This day is perfect for meditation, for conducting rituals related to the energy of water, as well as for new beginnings.

Moreover, your undertakings can be anything - you have the opportunity to radically change your personal life, achieve success in your career, improve financial well-being, etc. The rituals of the Winter Solstice will be of interest to every person who is not satisfied with his life, and who dreams that -something to change. And therefore their relevance does not decrease over time - after all, it is human nature to constantly strive for the best.

You can engage in magical rites on the shortest day of the year on your own, or you can entrust the solution of your problems to a real specialist. In any case, prayers and magic conspiracies, as well as a variety of paraphernalia. In particular, rituals for the Winter Solstice involve the use of certain plants: laurel, thistle, cedar, chamomile, juniper, mallow, mistletoe, moss, etc. In addition, you will need candles (it is advisable to give preference to white, red, green or silver color) and real stones (in particular, ruby and tiger's eye).

Prayers for the Winter Solstice 2017

The winter solstice is the time of the darkest and long night in a year when we reflect on the meaning of various things. Why not do it in the form of Yule prayer-meditations? Use one a day as food for thought this holiday season.

Conspiracies for the winter solstice

The winter solstice was celebrated by our ancestors on December 21st. This day was and remains the shortest of the year. But the night from December 21 to 22 is the longest of the year. It is believed that it gives rise to a solar rebirth, and this is very symbolic for the Slavs. That is why on the day of the winter solstice all kinds of conspiracies and rituals were held. The patron saint of this day was Chernobog.