One of the most common methods to look beyond the veil of the future at home is divination by the shadow of burnt paper. Of course, there are many different ways in which you can predict future events, but many of them require special knowledge, and the uninitiated are unlikely to be able to use them. Everyone can interpret the shadow from the paper.
History of divination
The very first mention of divination by the shadow of burnt paper refers to Ancient Egypt. It was from there that it began to spread throughout Europe and ended up on the territory of Russia. So this method has spread for a very long time and is still popular among the population. Since ancient times, shadows have been associated with the dead world. And if you ask the representatives of the afterlife correctly, they will surely provide all the required information.
But the fire is considered purification according to many religions and cultures. But in order for fortune-telling to really make sense, you need to prepare everything for this. AndThere are many nuances to take into account. First of all, you need a special atmosphere, and, of course, you should take into account all the rules of divination.
Influence of the Moon and time on divination
The most important factor in performing shadow divination is the timing of the ritual. Since ancient times, there have been many different opinions about when exactly it should be held. In principle, this can be done at any time of the year. Much depends on the day and day of the week. Those initiated into the mystical mysteries recommend choosing the night from Friday to Saturday for divination.
The adherents of this opinion begin the ritual at the end of one day, and end at the onset of the next. According to skeptics, this is directly related to the fact that Saturday is a day off, so you can do whatever you want without worrying about getting up early the next day. But in fact, the reason for such a choice of time is in Saturn, which has an impact on our planet on this particular night. It is believed that the giant is responsible for the lines of fate, luck and creativity.
But for the Slavs, fortune-telling by the shadow at Christmas is an old custom, and beliefs say that it is best to do it during Christmas time or, as a last resort, at the end of spring, when Mermaid week comes. Firstly, in ancient times, people were very worried about how the coming year would pass, and they wondered precisely during this period in order to find out what they were preparing for. And secondly, according to popular beliefs, it is at this time that most of all opensveil of the future.
Lunar calendar
According to astrologers, when choosing the day when to start divination by shadows, it is important to take into account the lunar calendar. It is worth choosing the period carefully, since experts do not recommend performing such rituals on the full moon (this is the fifteenth lunar day). The period of the new moon, the first, nineteenth and twenty-ninth days of the lunar calendar are also considered unfavorable. But the second, fifth, sixth, eleventh, twenty-fourth and twenty-seventh days, on the contrary, are ideal for performing rituals designed to reveal the secrets of the coming time.
Atmosphere
It is very important to consider that each person carries out the interpretation of divination by shadow depending on his individual worldview, atmosphere and emotional state. Therefore, it is very important to prepare for the process correctly and create an environment in which there will be nothing distracting or confusing.
If there are mirrors or any photographs, pictures that evoke associations and memories, it is better to remove them before divination. It is also very important to ensure that there are no drafts in the room that can distort the result. A person must relax before the ritual, get rid of obsessive thoughts and fully concentrate on the process. The attributes used for the ritual are very helpful in this matter.
Attributes
The most basic element in divination by shadows are candles. It is they who help, not only to see the symbols and get an answer to the question, but alsocreate the necessary atmosphere for the ritual. Many beginners in this matter are interested in which candles are better to use for the ritual. In magic, each color refers to a specific type of action, but if the goal is just to have a good time with friends, then ordinary candles of pink, purple, red or white will do just fine.
Masters do not recommend taking candles with decorative elements, they can distort the final result and harm the interpretation of divination by shadow. In addition, do not use black candles. As for paper, it is better to take completely clean without borders or cells.
Ritual
Before starting divination, the paper must be carefully crumpled. Since it will become smaller when burned, it is better to immediately take a large sheet. It is very important to choose the surface on which the paper will be burned, knowledgeable people recommend choosing an ordinary plate of one color, without patterns.
It is also very important that the shadow of the paper is reflected on the white wall, where there are no pictures, patterns or other distractions. In the absence of one, you can simply hang up a cloth or sheet, just to keep it clean. It is very important to take off all objects that bind energy. These can be hair bands, hairpins, jewelry and belts. It is also recommended to use church candles.
Guessing by shadows the meaning of figures
The most important moment of divination is the actual recognition of figures and deciphering their meaning. There are twoway of interpreting symbols. Firstly, you can listen to your own feelings, and try to understand your own perception and associations, and understand why they could arise and what they mean. Secondly, you can turn to specialized books, where there are general interpretations of images. Basically, each symbol is interpreted on the basis of its metaphorical meaning in different cultures. So, for example, in fortune-telling by the shadow, a bird means news, mountains symbolize obstacles on the way, and a ring means a quick marriage, and other objects are interpreted according to a similar principle.
Interpretation of the main figures
A person can see any image: it all depends on his imagination and state of mind. But there are common symbols that people most often see and want to decipher. The most common images of the future are as follows.
- The house is considered a good sign, it is peace and stability, the resolution of long-standing problems, sometimes it is interpreted as a quick marriage in divination by the shadow.
- A tree has several meanings depending on the location of its branches. If they are aimed upwards, then a joyful time awaits a person, he will be very lucky and his desires will soon come true. If they look down, then this is a warning that some kind of grief will happen soon, and this is not a very auspicious sign.
- Ruins or figures that do not have a specific shape portend misfortune and misfortune. It is worth seriously monitoring your he alth, because fortune-telling indicates a possible deterioration in physical and moral condition.
- Vehicle (car, plane andother) portends a trip or journey. And not just a standard road, but a situation that will dramatically affect the further development of life and its change.
- Wolf, dog - a symbol that warns of the appearance of a person who can change the life of a fortuneteller very dramatically. But it is not yet known whether these changes will lead to positive or negative development.
- Cave, pit - one of the most negative signs in divination by shadows. It symbolizes severe, prolonged illness or death.
- The silhouette of a person is a sign of the appearance in the future of a significant subject that plays an important role in the life of a fortuneteller. Moreover, it can be both a lover and a friend or like-minded person.
- Animal - warns that your ill-wishers and envious people are plotting behind your back.
- Cross - portends troubles, problems, illnesses.
- The flower is a symbol of romantic feelings, adventure and love.
Things to consider
When deciding to perform this ritual, beginners often make mistakes. It is very important not to rush and watch the picture to the end, otherwise the interpretation may be confused and incorrect. Do not be distracted from the big picture, trying to remember minor points, you can lose the thread of interpretation.
First, you should carefully examine all the shadows, and only after that begin to parse the symbols you see. Naturally, you should turn off the phone, close the curtains and remove all distractions that could interfere with the ritual. In divination by shadows, the meaning of figures can bedifferent, much depends on how the person perceives this or that symbol.
