Winter solstice on December 21: folk signs and their meaning

The winter solstice is an important astronomical moment when the day reaches its minimum duration and the night reaches its maximum. In different cultures, this event is perceived as a transition to long days and the return of light, which gives a special symbolic meaning. For more information, see the Izvestia article.

Signs about the weather

There are many signs associated with the winter solstice that predict the weather for the future. One of these signs is that if the sky is clear on the day of the solstice, then the winter will be cold and snowy, and if cloudy, it will be warm and rainy. People also say that if snow falls on the solstice, it will last until the end of winter.

In addition, there is a sign that if it is very cold outside on the day of the solstice, then the summer will be hot. But if there is a strong wind on this day, then summer, on the contrary, will be rainy.

Signs for home and family

The winter solstice is traditionally perceived as a time of purification and renewal. On this day, many housewives tried to restore order in the house and update the interior, because it was believed that in this way they could attract happiness and well-being to the house. People also say that if the house is clean at the solstice, then next year there will be no troubles and troubles.

There is a sign that if a particularly delicious pie is baked in the house on the day of the solstice, then the whole year will be successful and joyful. It is also important to monitor your health on this day. Some believed that if a person gets sick on the winter solstice, it can predict health problems in the coming year.

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Signs about the animal world

The winter solstice has often been associated with animals and their behavior, because it is on this day that many natural cycles change. If birds make a lot of noise on solstice day, it portends a good harvest next year. And if they are silent, it may be a lean year.

According to tradition, if pets behave especially calmly on the day of the winter solstice, it means that the year will pass without any special shocks and illnesses. On the contrary, if animals are nervous at the solstice, it can predict difficulties in the future.

Magic and mystical traditions

The winter solstice has been associated with mystical and magical rituals in various cultures. In Scandinavia and some Slavic peoples, this day was considered a time of meeting with spiritual forces. People often held rituals on this day to attract good luck, health and happiness.

It was also believed that the soul of a deceased loved one, if it could not find peace, could return on that day and watch the living family members prepare for the next year. In addition, it was customary to make riddles and predictions on this day. For example, traditional healers and healers used the winter solstice to find out the future through various rituals and divination.

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