Old Slavic culture is of interest to modern people for good reason: to understand how ancestors lived (even very distant ones) means to fully know oneself. In the case of the customs of the Slavic people, the task becomes as entertaining as possible: the unique norms of life of the ancient pagans can turn the whole idea of Russian life upside down.
Slavic amulets
Similar to Latin amulets, Slavic amulets were supposed to protect their owner from all sorts of troubles, troubles and even dangers. Nevertheless, it is impossible to equate the value of the amulet with the value of the amulet, because the latter should not only protect a person from the negative influence of the world, but also increase the positive impact, multiplying good several times. Amulets, as the name implies, serve as a kind of shield to the owner and do not allow evil to penetrate a person's life.
Types of Slavic amulets
Amulets were made in different ways: some were of natural origin, others were artificially created. Whereas in the first case, the material was taken from nature itself, without any manipulation, the second was created by man on his own and spoke during a special ritual.
The variety of Slavic amulets is amazing. All of themdiffer in their field of activity: some are aimed at protecting against a certain type of misfortune - diseases, failures in work, attacks by wild animals or exposure to supernatural forces. Others, with a broader spectrum of action, are able to protect a person from various types of misfortunes. Such amulets were consecrated by the priests of several powerful gods at once. These include the god Veles.
Pagan god Veles
This deity was considered the second most important among the variety of Slavic idols, second only to Perun - the god of thunder, the personification of the Sun. The powerful Veles was responsible for livestock, animals and we alth. He knew how to control the elements and influence the weather. The Slavs appropriated to him the most expensive metal - gold, and considered worshiping him as their sacred duty. That is why the Veles amulet was one of the most important and powerful among the variety of Slavic talismans.
Veles Charm: meaning
The action of the amulet is due to the nature of the powerful god: he protected the owner with the same force as Veles himself would have done. The amulet protected a person from physical and magical influences, revealing at the right time his secret reserves and talents. The help of such a talisman was especially important for merchants, travelers and warriors, because they were always on the move, which increased the risks and dangers.
Veles symbol
Like any other pagan god, Veles has his own symbol. As if proving the power of the idol, this sign shows the eternal movement from darkness to light, andmore precisely, from the Goddess of the Night - to the Goddess of the Day. The symbol represents the merging of two seemingly incompatible principles, at the same time showing that one cannot exist without the other. The sign of Veles is called the sign of the solstice, the star of Veles, or, in Sanskrit, the swastika. This is the most powerful Slavic amulet: Veles always helps those who need it.
Veles star types
There are two types of the Solstice sign:
1) S alting. This is the name of the symbol, the upper beam of which has a clockwise direction. This is a course towards the Light, the Sun, pure Gods and a clear view of life.
2) Anti-s alt. The upper beam of this sign is directed counterclockwise. It personifies a look into the darkness and the power of the Goddess of the Night, and also indicates evil intentions.
The sign of the solstice on the chest is a sign that Veles is protecting a person. A charm in the form of such a symbol has great influence if made by professional magicians. In addition to the star, Veles is also assigned a sign in the form of an arrowhead - after all, a powerful deity was responsible not only for material we alth, but also for a good hunt for wild and dangerous animals. Often there is a charm in the form of an inverted letter "A" - it helps not to lose heart and always achieve your goal.
Material for making a real Veles amulet
Since ancient times, it has become customary that amulets are made from natural materials. These include wood, stone or ordinary fabric -cotton, wool, linen. Embroidery is considered the simplest type of amulet - that is why threads are a common material for manufacturing. In this case, the color and accuracy of the drawing play an important role. The amulet "Seal of Veles" was often made from the bones of a dead bear.
During the rapid development of the metal industry, amulets began to be cast from silver. Thus, the Veles talismans acquired another important condition: the presence of a silver tint. Currently, the best talisman to buy is one that is made of metal of this shade.
Despite the variety of symbols inherent in one of the most significant pagan gods, the main amulet of Veles is still a seal in the form of a bear's paw.
Amulet "seal of Veles" - bear's paw
Before embarking on a detailed description of the most powerful bear amulet, you should carefully understand the role of a formidable predator in the world of the ancient Slavs. The bear has always been considered a sacred animal, and its image was assigned to the most powerful gods: Veles, already familiar to the reader, Svarog, the god of fire, and Perun, an analogue of the Greek Zeus. The ancient Slavs believed that each of the idols is able to move into animals and in this form appear to a person, and the bear was a "vessel" for them.
It is interesting that this formidable animal is the symbol of Russia. Indeed, the bear is power, strength, wisdom and disobedience. The whole Russian character is embodiedin this majestic creation, and modern people, along with the pagans, believe in its power.
The character of "Veles' seal"
The amulet, personifying not only a powerful animal, but also a majestic god, a priori has a strong influence on the proud owner of the talisman. However, the meaning of the seal can be interpreted in different ways. The first idea refers directly to the bear. It is believed that the bearer of the amulet becomes the owner of a truly bearish strength, endurance, perseverance, courage. In addition, the talisman protects a person from any disease and adversity, as well as from the attack of predators.
Another version is explained by the character that Veles himself has. The amulet in this case attracts we alth into the life of the wearer, reveals new wisdom to him, enhances creative abilities. In addition, the Slavs believed that this god is so strong that all the spirits of the lower rank serve him: brownies, goblin, courtyards and others. Thus, the amulet gets both their help and strength.
The true meaning of the "bear's paw" amulet is explained by both ideas - and it becomes clear why the Slavs considered it a necessity in everyday life.
How to activate Veles seal
Despite the great power and huge influence that the bear's paw carries, the Veles amulet must be noticed - for this it is necessary to activate it. Do it on a Wednesday. Since Veles is a pagan deity, he has a good disposition towards those who bring him gifts or treats. It should be notedthat greed is automatic dislike on the part of higher powers, gifts should be plentiful.
Proper activation is best done closer to the night in a quiet place. The ideal option for this would be a coniferous forest. A person who is counting on the help of a great god needs to find a modest stump or tree on which to put a talisman. After establishing the ideal place, a person should feel as calm as possible. Putting the amulet in the chosen place and placing a container with good beer or kvass next to it, you should start immersing yourself in a state resembling a trance.
Deep breathing, attention to every sound of the surrounding world, a handful of earth taken in the palm of your hand, and sincere faith in the power of the great Veles will help you relax and tune in the right way. During the ritual, you need to mentally contact the patron and ask for his help. A drop of unbelief will negate all efforts - God will be offended and will not listen to anything. After all of the above, you should mentally thank Veles and pour beer or kvass into the ground.
What the Russian soul is made of
Russian character is a combination of many historical factors. Slavic culture plays one of the main roles - hundreds of pagan customs have been preserved in the life of a Russian person to this day. Faith also plays an important role in everyday life. The god Veles, whose amulet is capable of exerting a huge influence on the owner, confirms this: after all, people still ask for his help and patronage.
