In Slavic mythology there is a hugethe number of different characters that live in remote forests, on high mountain slopes, water bodies and even underground. However, the most interesting are mystical images of creatures living side by side with people, for example, brownies. According to the beliefs, they are in every house. But not everyone knows who the brownies are and how to treat them. Let's try to figure out what these creatures represent, how they can affect the family atmosphere, whether they are evil or good.
What the Researchers Say
People, professionally engaged in the study of paranormal phenomena, have their own idea of who are brownies and what they do в мире людей.There are two main versions, one of which is for the house-souls of the righteous people left by the Lord on earth to continue doing good deeds and resisting evil spirits. Another version says that the real house - the evil spirit, which in the house is populated by a sorceress who uses black magic.
What does science think about this?
From the scientific point of view, the existence of the spirit of the house is notwas proved. The vast majority of research workers are skeptical about the stories about the house. But there are respected people who quite seriously believe that the house-souls are the souls of our relatives. As a rule, they become men who died unbaptized or not at a funeral. Having behind him a lot of sins that were not released, they are not able to leave the world of the living, so they have to settle where their relatives live.
The less popular version is as follows. Brownie is the soul of a woman who, during her lifetime, practiced black magic, and after death was confused with the devil himself.
Slavic Mythology
Slavic peoples have always respectedspirit, who lives in their house. They were sure that they knew who the brownies were. In their opinion, these are good spirits who do not wish to harm a person. But sometimes they can afford a little hooliganism, for example, hide something or rearrange the objects in the room. However, no one kept evil on the brownies, who thus expressed their disagreement with something, protested.
Belarusian House
Из сказаний, гуляющих по территории современной Byelorussia, you can find out that the house hatch from the egg that the cock has taken down. However, in order for the spirit of the house to be born, it is necessary to carry the egg under the left armpit for six months. Then the snake appears, which eventually grows into a brownie.
Russian house spirit
In Russian mythology, anotherthe origin of the house. Until some time they lived in heaven, next to the Lord God. But then they were exiled to the world of people, because they disobeyed the Creator and even decided to organize a riot against him. Being expelled from heaven, souls were forced to settle in their homes. Being among people, the house people feed on their energy.
In Russian fairy tales, spirits of a house are often mentioned.From folk art you can learn how to catch a brownie, how to make friends with him or drive away. However, as a rule, it is not necessary to chase a householder, since he is a rather positive and harmless creature that loves every member of the family. This positive character is used as the main character in the book "Diary of the Brownie," which literally blew up the runet. But more on that later.
Ukrainian brownie
Who are the brownies, they know also in the territorymodern Ukraine. One of the versions tells us that even an animal can become a housebroken, which died during the construction of the house. The soul does not leave the limits of the place where the heart of its physical shell stopped, staying forever in the walls of the new building.
So, some people believe that a brownie canbe even a moth or a bug. But the main Ukrainian version indicates that these are still the souls of dead people. They depict the spirit of the house in the form of a small old man who lives in the warmest and driest place - behind the stove. The image of this grandfather is very similar to the one used in the book "The Diary of the Brown Man."
Very rarely there are legends about the evil house.After all, as a rule, these are innocuous old men with kind eyes and a gray beard, grown up right up to their knees. People who believe in the existence of the spirit of the house, treat him with respect and warmth. They know that a housewife will never let his hosts offend, and also help create a family comfort, preserve harmony in the relationship.
If a single woman lives in the house, then the spirit of the housewill have an affiliation to the weaker sex. According to the beliefs in a house in which there is no male energy, the soul of a witch settles. After going through a complex process of cleansing and getting rid of sins, she becomes a very strong defender, wholly protecting the hostess of the home. The presence of the spirit of the house can be testified by the sharp smell of lilac, even if the room is absolutely empty.
Appearance of the brownie
Who are the brownies, we sorted out a little.But how do you know if you have seen the spirit of the house? Some sources say that the house can appear to a person in the image of an animal, for example cows, dogs, snakes, cats or mice. But as a rule, most legends describe him in exactly the same way as the author of the book "Diary of the Brown Man": a small and bizarre little man who wears wicker bast shoes and an old, slightly worn out cap. Appearance can describe as follows:
- A man of old age with gray hair and a beard.
- A small and very frisky creature, which remotely resembles a man and has a brilliant fur.
- Miniature and fluffy mouse, moving only on hind legs, and also having a human face and hands.
The presence of a brownie can be seen from the strange tracks left on the dusty surface. But remember that the spirit of the house does not like disorder and people who do not care for the room in which they live.
Those who believe that the brownie is an entity,consisting in the service of the dark forces, describe it quite differently. For example, you can find stories in which the spirit of the house looks like a horrible giant about the size of an adult bear. It is all covered with dark and very dense hair, and in some cases even has huge horns. He is also absolutely not afraid of holy water, nor rituals for the consecration of the house. Sometimes the housekeeper arranges disorders specifically to force the owner to seek help from clergymen who will clean the energy inside the premises.
What influences the behavior of the spirit of the house
In order not to anger the brownie,keep the room in order, and do not forget to feed the real owner of the house. Leave him candy, pour milk and share bread. It is recommended to communicate with the spirit of the house, to praise it. Only in this case he can become your real defender, guarding against all sorts of ills.
How to behave with a brownie
In order that the spirit of the house does not bother you,it is necessary to maintain cleanliness, as well as to quarrel with relatives, and try to keep positive energy. A lot of useful advice written in humorous form, is contained in the book "Diary of the Brownie", all parts of which are already on sale. The author tells about the everyday life of a brownie who started a friendship with a cat and a puppy. Together with his hairy buddies, he finds himself in various life situations, makes fun of those or other human acts that people do.
Certain rules, how to behave, so that the spiritat home was satisfied with the conditions in which you live and he, no. However, knowing who those are, it is necessary to maintain cleanliness and order, so as not to upset the invisible defender. If harmony prevails in your house, the spirit of the house will not allow thieves to climb into your possessions, and also prevent the occurrence of a fire.
Communicating with the spirit of the house
If a person not only knows who are brownies,but also perceives them as defenders of his house, perhaps as comrades, then one can turn to them for help. Try to establish a telepathic connection. Mentally tell us about the difficult situations that have arisen in your life, ask the question of interest. Maybe the spirit that has heard you will give some sign, the only right decision will tell. In order to establish contact, the householder must be cajoled. You can write a note with a question that is tormenting your soul, hide it in a secret place, and next to leave, for example, cookies or sweets. You can also put a toy or a beautiful photo of a brownie printed on the printer. Any sweetness that you are going to share with the spirit of the house, you need to leave without packaging, wrappers, etc.
Исчезнувшая записка будет означать, что ваша the request was considered, and you will receive an answer in the near future. If the note left by you has become crumpled or torn, it is a sign that the brownie does not want to help you in a matter that it considers incorrect or meaningless.
Во многих источниках, в том числе и в «Дневнике house, "it is said that the old man who lives behind your stove can not be bribed. It can only be appeased. To do this, do not even need sweets or any special attributes. It is enough to address him with a kind word, sing a merry song or make a few compliments. If you look for a way how to negotiate with a brownie, then it is possible that he will take offense at you and will be naughty.
When the spirit of the house is dangerous
People leading an ungodly way of life, oftenface the manifestations of aggression from the house. Somewhere out of the house expensive accessories disappear, for example, gold rings or earrings, and someone feels a sense of indignation. For example, there are many stories when people complain that they are strangled at night. Fragile objects can also break, strange and eerie sounds can be heard.
How to put up with a brownie
If it so happened that you angered the spirit of the house,who is angry with you, does so that the family completely disappeared harmony, ask him for forgiveness. The housekeeper always answers with kindness for good. The most important thing for him is that you found the strength to realize the incorrectness of your own behavior and decided to change the situation for the better.
To the brownie was pleased
As we already know, the spirit of the house lives in the kitchen, forthe stove. In order to create for him the most comfortable conditions of existence, it is necessary to monitor the order. Try not to leave dirty dishes, especially at night. Hide all the cutting and stabbing objects from the table, and also remove the salt. In each corner, you can put a trifle, saying to himself the following words: "A neighbor-dwelling, here's a denny for sunflower seeds and boots."
If you are going to have a party orjust waiting for guests, be sure to treat the brownie. Pour a glass of strong drink (preferably wine) and put a couple of sweets next to it, saying: "Monsieur-house, treat with my sweets and drink some delicious wine."
Отправляясь в отпуск, обязательно поговорите с spirit of the house, which will remain on the farm itself. In order to avoid trouble during your absence, you need to say: "Master, father, look after the housing, and I'll buy you presents." Returning home, be sure to say hello.
"Diary of the Brownie"
As you can see, there is nothing terrible in the image of the house-servant.As a rule, these creatures try not to catch their eye, as well as they are real protectors of the family they live in. This author uses the original image in his book "Diary of the Brown Man" by Eugene CheshireKo. The young man describes the everyday life of a modern brownie who managed to make friends with a cat and a puppy. Together, this trio finds themselves in various ridiculous situations, from which finds the most absurd way out. But despite the humorous genre of the book, in every line of it there is a hidden meaning, a message to the reader that makes the work of the author even more interesting.
