The housing issue has always been acute in our country.Housewarming is an exciting and joyful event for every family. It's so nice to move to a new spacious apartment or house! And I want life in the new housing to be long and happy, and troubles pass by. And the happy owners of their own square meters with great responsibility are preparing for the move, trying to observe all the traditions and rituals.
Housewarming: traditions and signs
Our ancestors very carefully approached the housewarming.Rites made the process of moving meaningful and spiritualized. It was considered a good sign to move to a new home before the full moon. It was also possible to move to a new place in the morning or at noon, but not at all in the evening. It was believed that an evil force could be found in the new uninhabited house, which took away the first one who crossed the threshold. Therefore, the first to let the rooster into the yard, and the cat into the house. Animals had to take the first blow. And in the place where the cat settled down for the night, put a crib. Even after the threshold they threw a string or rope and the owner of the house, holding onto it, entered the house, and then all the members of the family by seniority.
Housewarming: traditions and rituals
In the new home it was necessary to bring coals fromthe stove of the old house, which the hostess melted the day before. They cooked dinner in the old house, and at the new place they warmed up and treated the guests. They were served with aspic, dumplings, and at the head of the table was a loaf decorated with bunches of viburnum. Meal helped to get comfortable and feel more comfortable in a new place.
Housewarming: Traditions with Brownie
It was very important to bring a new home with you.homemaker - brownie. He guarded not only the house, but all those living in it. For this purpose, an old broom or bast with food was taken from the previous place.
What give friends a housewarming party?
In order for new settlers to live happily and for a long time,Give them home furnishings or dishes. In ancient times, was considered a good gift table. Warm blanket, carpet with a long nap will be most welcome. To wish the owners comfort and warmth, you can give a fireplace, a floor lamp or a beautiful chandelier. In order to have harmony and harmony in the new house, donate a thing that symbolizes water - it could be an aquarium, a tabletop fountain or a waterfall. Also a good gift are watches. If funds allow, buy floor, if not, then you can give a fireplace or any other at your discretion. If the newcomer is a lonely man, a cookbook with recipes will be a great gift. If a woman is something that can create comfort, such as a statuette or a vase. And the new home needs a keeper. Present a charm in the form of a brownie. If your friends love animals, give them a cat. Housewarming cat is a wonderful gift!
Housewarming: traditions in a new way
We live in a time when our traditionsancestors are gradually fading. However, housewarming is celebrated the same way as in the old days. And it is no coincidence that we are very superstitious about everything relating to our family and home.
