How should a horseshoe hang in the house
A horseshoe is an ancient Slavic amulet that allows you to protect your home from the machinations of otherworldly forces and the treacherous acts of unkind people. Passing through the centuries, it has retained its relevance to this day. This symbol of happiness, good luck and home comfort is recommended to be placed in every home to protect against the evil eye and adversity. But in order for the talisman to show its magical power, you need to know how to hang a horseshoe correctly.
Why a horseshoe is considered a symbol of happiness
Belief in good luck that a horseshoe brings is inherent not only to the Slavs. So, in ancient Egypt, a person who found this item was considered lucky.
During the reign of the pharaohs, horses were shod only by wealthy people: precious metals were used to make protective heels for hooves.
The joy of the Egyptian poor was explained by the premonition of the financial profit that he could derive from the sale of a valuable item.
In Russia, a horseshoe was not considered a particularly profitable find from a material point of view, since it was made of rough metal.
However, faith in her extraordinary abilities made a person carry the acquired object to the hut in order to place it above the front door.
There are several versions of the origin of the belief:
- The horseshoe was associated with a horse - an ancient magical animal associated with the sun god himself - the giver of light and life. The image of a horse was often used as a talisman: horse heads, called “skates”, adorned roofs, wooden horses were used in complex amulets, etc.
- Blacksmithing, without which the manufacture of a horse heel is unthinkable, was considered the highest skill, an art associated with supernatural knowledge, witchcraft, communication with otherworldly power. Each thing forged by a blacksmith was automatically assigned the status of magical, bringing happiness.
- Faith in the miraculous power of the talisman was strengthened by its resemblance to the crescent - the rim of the moon, which is the mistress of the starry sky. The changeable queen of the night in the view of the ancient Slavs helped to acquire the gift of clairvoyance, patronized love and contributed to the birth of healthy children.
Both old and young knew how to hang a horseshoe in the house.
On the outside of the front door, it was placed with the horns down to protect against damage and the evil eye, from the inside - with the horns up to attract goodness and prosperity.
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Where to hang a horseshoe
Since today it is problematic to find a magical item lying on the road, superstitious people settle for its modern copies, which are presented in abundance in souvenir shops.
The old guide on how to properly hang a horseshoe remains valid: the amulet is placed on the front door from the outside or from the inside.
The front door is the link between the owners and the outside world.
Through it, an intruder or an evil spirit can enter the house, as well as the peace and harmony that reign in the family.
A horseshoe above the door will protect the house from trouble: it will protect the owners from an evil eye, ward off quarrels and conflicts, and attract good luck and prosperity.
How to hang a horseshoe for good luck
It is important that the head of the family hangs a home amulet. The wife and children should also participate in the ritual. They should take turns holding the talisman in their hands, then its magical effect will be distributed equally to everyone.
Consider how to properly hang a horseshoe over the door so that it shows its extraordinary abilities:
- With the help of twine. A horse that has lost its iron "shoes" does not want to be put on them again. Therefore, the use of the rope will be a kind of tribute to the sacred animal.
- Nail down with one nail. A person who nailed an amulet with one nail proves his superiority over the thing and commands it to serve faithfully for many years.
- Fasten with nails according to the number of holes. This method allows you to bind amulet spirits to the dwelling, the number of which is equal to the number of holes in it.
The horseshoe belongs to pagan symbols, so you should not place it next to the Orthodox cross or icons.
In addition, deeply religious people generally tend to avoid various esoteric items associated with witchcraft and magic.
This should be remembered by those who want to give a souvenir in the form of a horseshoe to relatives or friends.
Horns up or down
The talisman, placed upside down, resembles a cup of abundance. In this way, it is hung above the front door from the inside.
It is believed that the house in which there is such a bowl will soon be filled with prosperity, and peace and harmony will reign in the family.
The amulet is placed with the ends down above the front door from the outside. A horseshoe nailed in this way looks like a protective dome.
She will protect the home from the visits of people who have unkind thoughts, from negative energy, from evil spirits.
How to strengthen a horseshoe
To enhance the supernatural properties, the amulet must be activated: washed with holy (you can use salt or running) water and charged with the energy of the luminaries - the Sun and the growing Moon.
The horseshoe is left in a place where the light of celestial bodies will fall on it. It is important that her horns look deep into the room.
After the ritual has been completed, the talisman should be held in the hands of each of the family members in turn, so that happiness does not bypass anyone. Then it can be hung on a chosen place.
From time to time it is necessary to take the amulet in hand, wipe it from dust, bathe in clean water and do not forget to thank for the help.
Communication with amulets of any type is part of their "recharging". The item will not bring good luck if the owners do not pay attention to it.
It is important to believe in the magical power of the amulet, then it will fully protect and protect its owners.
What to do if the horseshoe fell
There is no point in worrying about a fallen horseshoe, because the worst is over. The amulet collapsed due to the fact that it took on a blow that was intended for the owners.
The talisman worked as it should - he protected his wards from misfortune. True, the strength of the horseshoe from this day is considered exhausted.
It must be lifted: it is better to do this not with bare hands, but through the fabric. You can wrap a used amulet in the same fabric, and then take it away from home and bury it.
In the same place, you need to quickly hang a new horseshoe, remembering the wise saying about trouble that one does not come.