Church candles - signs associated with them.
In the old days there were many signs associated with candles.
For example, according to wedding signs, it was believed that whoever holds the tallest candle at a wedding will be the head of the house, and whose candle is shorter will die earlier.
Candles that went out during the wedding meant the imminent death of one of the newlyweds.
"The Fortuneteller with a Candle", Fig. Orest Kiprensky
This is what Mikhail Zagoskin wrote about the wedding omen in his book “Evening on Khoper” (1834).
“Oh, that’s wrong! - not good! - all the noble ladies and hay girls whispered among themselves. And truly, there was something to be afraid of: the candle that the young woman was holding was burning with a clear and pure fire; but the one with whom the Falcon stood burned dimly, smoked like a funeral torch, and without any reason went out three times in a row.”
The extinguished candle became a sad omen at Pushkin’s wedding (see my post).
The family kept wedding candles all their lives. These candles were lit when the wife went into labor and when the child became seriously ill.
Rice. V. Jokes
Three lit candles were considered a bad omen.
“There are generally accepted superstitions, such as: 13 people at a table, or 3 lit candles in a room foretell a dead person.”- wrote Efim Dymman in “The Science of Life” (1856).
Enlightened people tried to find a philosophical explanation for this sign.
“Four candles illuminate your room: a careless servant takes one of them out. You remain for five, six minutes with three candles: I don’t know what can happen to you, but experienced people will fear for your fate...
I did not believe from experience the danger of sitting in a room with three lit candles, because in my office, for the most part, only two candles are burning. But I have no doubt that it is very scary to sit by the light of three candles; remember that in Tartarus there are three Parks, three judges, three furies and a three-headed Cerberus: it is obvious that the three candles are a symbol of this fatal trinity.
With three candles, three Parks threaten you with death, three judges with a menacing sentence, three-yawning Cerberus with a terrible bark, three Furies with terrible punishment: after this, judge for yourself, how can you not look after the servants who so often have the imprudence to leave you in a room lit by three candles? - I.B. Salle “On Misconceptions and Prejudice”, 1836.
Rice. Rowena Morrill
Sometimes the “three candles” sign came true, according to the memoirs of Mikhail Glinka:
“My sister decided to play cards; my brother then placed a chair for me next to E.K. After playing for a while, my sister decided to print letters. There were two lit candles on the table, and the sister, for greater convenience, lit another candle in a small candlestick. E.K. noticed to her sister that it is not good when three candles are burning on the table; Not paying attention to this warning, the sister continued to type and did not put out the third candle.
About two weeks before that, an acquaintance was visiting Sofya Petrovna; When she read cards for me, all the spades always came up, so she finally began to hide them from me.
The day after his meeting with his brother at his sister’s, he became worse, and on the third day he died from inflammation of the intestines, which turned into Antonov fire. The death of my brother struck and saddened me unspeakably...”
Rice. V. Tislenko
There were also people who liked to laugh at omens.
Osip Przeclawski, a 19th-century Polish journalist, recalled dinners with a minister who loved to joke with his friends:
“Turkul was an avowed opponent of superstition. When the Branitsky counts, Vladislav and Alexander, came to St. Petersburg on business in the forties, the minister often dined with them. The peculiarity of these dinners was that the table setting included everything that is considered a bad omen in the popular beliefs of different nationalities: thirteen people at the table, three candles, an overturned salt shaker, knives and forks folded in a cross. This amused everyone, and Turkul was the first to joke about the terrible symbolism, which, however, did not take away anyone’s appetite.”
Lighting candles during the day was also considered a bad omen - for the deceased.
Emperor Alexander I encountered this sign (see my post).
Candles also became a talisman against evil spirits. On January 16, in villages, a tallow candle was tied to the gate so that evil spirits would not sneak into the yard. They said that on the morning of January 17 they found the gate bitten and scratched.
Loud Candle
The Thursday passion (loud) candle, which “burned during three passions” - at matins on Friday, Saturday and Sunday while reading the Gospel, was considered a strong talisman.
This candle was used to burn crosses on ceilings and doors, and kept them in the house as protection against evil spirits. The Thursday candle was lit during death and childbirth.
"Boy with a Candle", fig. M. Gubin (17th century)
I wrote about fortune telling by candlelight in a post
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Signs about candles
Since ancient times, many omens have been tied to the simplest everyday things. A candle crackles or smokes - negative energy has accumulated in the home. The ancestors readily believed in mystical predictions of fate, so they believed: a fallen candle promises family quarrels, but if it did not want to flare up before this, expect betrayal.
People say: if a candle falls in a church, the prayer will not reach the Lord (if it was given to someone “for their health,” the person in question may become seriously ill). The clergy urge people to ignore superstitions, but believers themselves react with caution to some signs. For example, an icon caught fire from a candle - the Patron Saint is angry. A candlestick cracks - a personal loss is coming.
Signs of a burning candle - in the temple and in everyday life
Extinguished
Despite the general disapproval of Christians towards superstitions, there are also “recognized” signs: candles in the church extinguished by themselves - to sadness, big problems, death. It is especially unpleasant if this happened at a christening or during a wedding; such an excess promises a difficult and short life. The only exception is the prayer “for the repose” (if during it the candle goes out, the soul of the deceased receives relief and remission of sins).
Wedding
Wedding candles are advised to be kept for the rest of your life - this is a powerful amulet. In any family conflict, it is enough to set them on fire for a couple of minutes for the quarrel to subside. But it is strictly forbidden to light three candles at once, especially to place them side by side on the same table, as this foreshadows the death of one of the household members.
Don't light a cigarette
It is highly not recommended to light a candle or blow on it (such neglect can offend the fire element, and in the future it will certainly take revenge for the insult). True, this warning does not apply to candles on the cake - signs mercifully allow them to be blown out after making a secret wish.
How to give?
Another important point: it is not forbidden to give new candles as gifts, but it is strictly forbidden to pass on to other people those that once burned in your home. This is due to the ability of wax to “seal” information about a person and space (in the future it can be used by ill-wishers to carry out malicious magical interference).
Fire in magic has always been used as an indicator of a person’s personality and state of mind. By the flame of a candle you can determine your energetic state and identify the most important problems in life.
Light a candle, turn off the light. This ritual is best performed in complete solitude and silence. Look carefully at its flame and try not to think about anything. Bring your palms to the fire, holding them near the candle for a few seconds. Next, observe the behavior of the candle.
- If the candle burns evenly without forming influxes, it means that everything is going well in your life.
- If the candle "cries"- numerous waxy deposits appear - this is a sign of an unstable state of mind. Something is bothering you, you cannot solve your problems.
- If after you have lit the candle, a drop of wax flowed down it from top to bottom, this means that the evil eye is on you, or someone wishes you harm to such an extent that problems and troubles appear in your life from the negative thoughts of your ill-wisher.
- If the dissolve lines intersect, then this is a very bad sign, indicating a serious illness.
- If the candle goes out- this is an omen of something inevitable, very dangerous. In such cases, you urgently need to correct your mistakes - repent for what you have done, ask for forgiveness, forgive yourself, get rid of everything that makes life miserable.
- If the candle begins to crack, This means it’s time for you to free yourself from your negative emotions. Try to let go of all negative feelings, guilt, resentment.
- If the candle wick is bent too much, then this may mean that you are at the end of your moral and physical strength. You need to rest and gain energy.
- If the sagging on the candle is black, this means that now you are unable to fight the circumstances and problems that have befallen you. You feel that you cannot go further, you do not feel the strength in yourself. You have a bad streak in your life.
Right during this ritual you can get rid of the negativity sitting inside. To do this, you need to place your palms to the left and right of the candle, look at its flame and think about what concerns you most. At this moment, you also need to sincerely ask for forgiveness from those whom you might have offended during your life and say goodbye to your grief, grievances and guilt.
A candle will relieve your tension and harmonize your state of mind. This ritual is best done at least once a month. We wish you good luck and don't forget to press the buttons and
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All believers know about church rituals. The tradition of placing candles in front of icons was adopted in ancient times. This is due to the fact that many years ago all services were held by candlelight, which during the period of persecution of Christians helped believers find their way. But despite the fact that times have changed, this tradition has remained, and today every visit to church is supported by a similar ritual.
Signs in the church
People light candles in churches to honor the memory of the dead or to alleviate the plight of the living. And when it happens that for some reason a candle begins to turn black, smoke, crackle, bend, bend, break or fall, we willy-nilly begin to think that this is a sign from above. However, what the Almighty means and how to behave in such a situation remains a big question.
Church superstitions, or so-called everyday beliefs, are a unique category of signs associated only with visiting churches and spreading them among parishioners. When we talk about such signs, we are faced with special pagan ideas that penetrate into Orthodoxy through people who are little familiar with the true Orthodox traditions.
In real Christianity, magic, sorcery or any kind of superstition are contrary to all religious canons. And clergy in such cases urge people to pay attention not only to the actions taking place with the candle, but also to the reasons, and at the same time not to forget about the purpose of visiting the temple.
Why does the candle fall?
In the church, such cases occur quite often. Therefore, before interpreting this situation, it is necessary to understand what exactly led to the candle falling in the church.
What this means depends on the following circumstances:
Regardless of what the reasons for the fall of the candle were, you should not treat this as an omen of trouble, and if a candle falls in the church and goes out, you need to pick it up, cross yourself and ask God for forgiveness, and then light it again (if, of course, it did not go out again) and put it back in its original place. If it falls and breaks, do the same steps and replace the broken candle with a new one.
Why does the candle go out and crackle?
In this case, believers have several beliefs and signs, and although the church has vetoed such fables, parishioners are aware of some cases of inexplicable events that were associated with an extinguished candle. To deny this fact or believe in it is everyone’s business. But we should not forget that these signs carry the experience of our ancestors and warn people against dangers.
An extinguished candle is a bad sign that explains the disruption of a person’s connection with the Lord, because the flame emanating from the candle acts as an intermediary between God and the thoughts of people, which contain t appeal to the Almighty. And if the flame goes out, the most important meaning is the lack of connection with the Creator; he did not hear the prayers and requests of the person turning to him. In this case, it does not matter at all how long the candle burned and when it went out; for example, it managed to flare up or went out quickly after it was lit.
There can be many reasons why a candle goes out. Perhaps the person crossed the line of what was permitted, and the Lord was angry with his actions or thoughts. In this case, you need to immediately pray, and it’s best to confess and take communion.
In your requests and prayers you need to be sincere and turn to the Lord with love in your heart, and then the Almighty will hear and give mercy, which you are asking for. It is not necessary to cry at this moment and portray a depressed state, clear, bright and truthful feelings are enough; At the same time, do not forget to thank the Lord, and then there is a chance that your prayers will be heard. And if the lit candle burns evenly, it means that the Lord favors your thoughts.
Also, one should not exclude circumstances associated with a draft or sudden movement and breathing of people who may be standing next to a rack intended for candles.
The crackling of a candle in God's temple cannot be called some exceptional circumstance, since much here depends on the wax. It is its quality that contributes to the mysterious crackling sound, while people consider it a bad omen.
Therefore, there is an opinion among people that if a candle begins to crack, this is a sign indicating a future illness, which can only be overcome through faith, which means that it is necessary to pray tirelessly, lead a righteous lifestyle and get rid of worldly temptations and all kinds of sins.
And yet if you heard a crash If you place a wax candle in a church or at home, you should not attach special significance to this and under no circumstances should you blow it out. The same applies to candles that may lean or bend. They can be adjusted and placed straight so they cannot break or tip over in any way, but candles should only be relit if they stop burning.
If your clothes catch fire
A fire from a candle can occur both in a church and in an ordinary living room where a candle was lit and left, and not only clothes can catch fire. It may also be due to burning of hair or any other things.
If a similar situation occurs, this is a sign of damage or the evil eye on the person who lit the candle. This case is considered as an indication that this person is engaged in witchcraft, divination and magic and is being punished for this, or a curse has been imposed on him.
There is also an opinion that a clothing fire in a church occurs only among witches, and in this way the Lord educates them and calls them to abandon their magical practice, which, in turn, can be conditionally considered a positive belief.
In fact, when lighting candles in a church, you need to be careful, since the presence of fire in a church does not in any way cancel “safety precautions.”
Priest's opinion
Many people tend to believe in omens. This often happens because that we are afraid of the future and we consider inexplicable events as a sign. But if we talk about the church, not a single priest will ever confirm the existence of folk signs and say that such superstitions have no place in an Orthodox church, since church canons and signs are completely different concepts.
If a person believes truly, then he will adhere to the laws of the temple and not waste his feelings on what cannot be proven. And such events as the falling of a candle, its extinguishing, the crackling and burning of clothes in a temple or in one’s own apartment, according to the priest or spiritual father, are the most common coincidence of circumstances.
After all, what is important is not what happened in the church, but what the person came for and with what. What matters is faith, the power of God, baptism and grace, and where this is, the truth lies. Also, you should not pay attention to the fact that the placed candle does not burn out completely, so it is not necessary to wait for it to burn out without a trace.
Of course stay welcome in the temple, but you shouldn’t look for any signs in it. It is better to think about your thoughts and fill all your heart and thoughts only with sincere faith in the Lord, who will definitely hear and understand you through prayer, which is based on all righteousness and honesty before God and before yourself.
Today, in our rapid age of technological progress, we very rarely use candles. For what? After all, we have electricity. But even now we do not deny ourselves the pleasure of looking at a candle flame if, for example, we want to have a romantic evening. But there were times when there was no trace of electricity. And candles for people were a source of light in the house. People spent a lot of time by candlelight, watching them and the events that happened afterwards. This is how signs associated with candles were born.
If it's on
The candle burns clearly and calmly - to a happy life. The element of fire is generally very closely related to humans. Fire is able to react to any deviations that occur in our lives and bodies. If a person’s health is fine, no one does any harm to him, then the candle reacts with calm burning. So, for example, it was noticed that when a candle begins to crack, a negative feeling is imposed on the person, which negatively affects health, family life, and the financial side of his life. And if the candle suddenly goes out by itself, and there is no draft, then this means that this person will die very soon. It's scary, but it's true.
A candle is burning in the house - peace in the family. This sign is explained very simply. Each of us knows that when you look at an open fire - a candle, fireplace, stove or fire - such peace comes to your soul that you don’t even want anyone nearby to talk loudly. Fire cleanses and calms. And if everyone who is in the house at such a moment looks at this fire for at least a minute, then no one will want to swear or quarrel. It is worth noting that the fire from a gas stove has these properties much weaker than natural fire. But he is also able to somewhat smooth out conflict situations. So, if you want everything to be calm in your family, without scandals and quarrels, then light candles more often. Moreover, it is always the lit candles that set one in a positive mood.
A spark bounces off the candle - expect frost. This sign is associated with the peculiarity of lard. The fact is that earlier candles were not made from paraffin, and they did not immediately start making candles from wax. Previously, candles were made from lard. And he has one peculiarity. If it starts to get colder, the burning lard starts to shoot. Although, there is one more sign with the shooting candles. If the candle shoots sparks, then wait for the arrival of an evil guest. I would like to say that this sign is pure superstition. How can you know in what mood this or that person will show up to you? But, nevertheless, the observations of our ancestors suggest that if a candle shoots a spark, then expect an evil person to enter the house. And you can't argue with that. Because many generations have observed the same thing, and no one has ever said that it is not true.
Three burning candles on the table are a misfortune for the owners. This sign is also, in my opinion, an unjustified superstition. Previously, candles were very expensive. And making candles yourself is not a cheap pleasure either. In fact, during many rituals it is necessary to place three candles, and then read the desired plot. And nowhere does it say that this is bad for the home. On the contrary, the three candles symbolize the Holy Trinity. Therefore, theoretically, there can be no harm from three candles. Therefore, this sign is associated specifically with savings in poor families who could not afford to spend too much money on candles.
Putting out the candle
If you accidentally put out a candle - expect unexpected guests. This sign is also practically unverifiable in our time. It is unlikely that anyone sits constantly by candlelight if there is electric lighting. To take the word of our ancestors or not to believe it is up to each individual to decide, but such a sign existed. True, it is unlikely to be useful to us, because we do not need to constantly burn candles. The sign may be true, but who has time to check all this?
You can’t blow out a candle - you’ll cause problems. Many people do not perceive this sign as truth. Everyone thinks that when they blow out a candle they are simply extinguishing the fire. It makes no difference how you put out a match or a candle. The main thing is for the fire to go out, but that was not the case. Those who, by virtue of their profession, are associated with candles - mostly, of course, witches, healers, and sorceresses - say that the one who blows out the candle then suffers from problems such as herpes. The sore, of course, is not dangerous, but quite unpleasant. So it's better not to take risks. Put out candles with your fingers. This is always welcome in the church and in magic, and you can avoid problems with your lips.
If a candle goes out at the bedside of a seriously ill person, he will die. This sign is again connected with how fire reacts to each person. Fire, and therefore a candle, feels the state of each person. Fire is life. Therefore, if the fire suddenly goes out, it means that very soon the life in the person for whom the candle was lit will also go out. If you light a candle in church for the health of a person who has already died, it will not burn. You can, of course, check this fact. But I would like to warn you right away that the one who lights a candle for health to the deceased will not live long himself. Will you take the risk? Well, try it, but then blame yourself.
Wax on a candle
The wax from the candle on top has become fungal - wait for the letter. Most likely, this is a common superstition. Although in our time it is very difficult to verify this rule. Firstly, almost no one writes letters to anyone anymore. Why? There is mobile communication, which is becoming cheaper and cheaper every day, or you can send an SMS message. And secondly, candles are no longer lit in every home all the time. Again, we can light them, as a last resort, if there is an emergency power outage, or it is necessary to create a romantic atmosphere. Well, how can we check this sign? Hard. But, perhaps, in ancient times this sign acted strictly.
Large swells on the candle - the bride will have a long nose. To be honest, I just want to laugh at this sign. This sign was considered true for those guys who liked to tell fortunes what their future wife would be like. Today it is believed that only girls believe in fortune telling. But that's not true. Why do businessmen turn to fortune tellers and psychics before major transactions? Question! Guys, just like girls, always wanted to look into their future. Maybe someone noticed something. But the candle can also float due to damage, and you will find the most beautiful bride. And what is the sign? Who knows, but the sign still exists.
At wedding and in marriage
If during the wedding one of the newlyweds’ candle goes out, he will not live long. Arguing about this sign, I would like to say that if you believe in bad things, then bad things will happen. Pray and think that everything will be fine for you. So it will be! According to your faith, it will be for you! You should never think about the bad, but if you still have doubts, then try to settle all matters with the inheritance. And best of all, live long and happily, and don’t think about anything bad. Your destiny is in your hands - so hold it and don’t let go. Love can cure many diseases. Therefore, if the candle goes out during the wedding, but you love sincerely and know that you are loved with all your soul, then the omen will not affect you.
A husband and wife will live happily if the wife lights two candles intertwined with each other. Superstition or not is up to you to decide. But in magic there really is such a ritual when, in order to return her husband, the wife uses the magic of candles. Believe it or not, the sign works. If your husband goes on a spree or drinks with friends, then he can be returned to the family in this very way. It is known that feelings become dull over time. But, nevertheless, we continue to live. In the old days, it was accepted that if a husband began to grow cold towards his wife, this meant that the wife needed to take action. And if she doesn’t want to do this, then there will be no more family either.
A candle can save you from all troubles, give you the strength to live on, raise children and be happy, and also take you to a new level of life. Of course, now we cannot verify most of the signs, but these signs work. Well, in which direction is up to you to decide.