5 Folk Signs and Superstitions Associated with the Old New Year

07.01.2024 19:05

As the Old New Year approaches, it is worth remembering a few signs and superstitions.

The most interesting thing is that our ancestors celebrated this holiday with special reverence, so it makes sense to examine the most popular folk signs and superstitions in a little more detail.

Weather on the day of celebration

There is a belief that the weather on Old New Year's Day can predict the nature of the year.

Clear skies and warm weather promise good luck and abundance, while rain or snow means the year will be difficult.

First guest

It is said that the first guest to arrive after midnight on Old New Year's Eve can bring good luck and prosperity to the home.

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This guest is considered especially influential and symbolizes the beginning of something new and positive. It is also important that the first person to enter the house is a man.

Unfolding the table

Setting the table on Old New Year's Eve is a real art. It is believed that cleanliness and order on the festive table can predict the character of the year.

Smooth tablecloths, shiny cutlery – all this speaks of harmony and luck.

Colors of clothes

The choice of color of clothing on Old New Year has special significance.

Red is considered a symbol of energy and love, green is a sign of natural harmony, and gold is a sign of abundance and wealth. Shades of colors can influence the energy of the year.

Making a wish

Making wishes at midnight on Old New Year's Eve is considered a particularly magical moment.

It is believed that at these moments desires are especially strong and can come true.

At the same time, everyone should remember that it is better to make only rational wishes that can actually be achieved.

Earlier we named 6 things that you shouldn’t do in January.

Sergey Tumanov Author: Sergey Tumanov Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Weather on the day of celebration
  2. First guest
  3. Unfolding the table
  4. Colors of clothes
  5. Making a wish