Almost everyone now knows about the existence of damage and the evil eye, and even official science argues on these topics not with such primordial zeal as a couple of decades ago. As for the folk tradition, the problem of protection from energy influences has always been relevant and not only in Russia. Have you noticed that many Western celebrities have a red thread tied around their wrists? It would seem, why would people with huge capitals wear such a strange cheap jewelry?
This mysterious Kabbalah
In the West, an ancient teaching, which is one of the currents in Judaism, called Kabbalah, has recently begun to gain popularity. It originated in the XII century and during its existence has undergone many changes, which, as a result, led to the emergence of various currents within the doctrine. Now there are two main directions: mystical and scientific. For "mystics" Kabbalah is an ancient secret knowledge, aimed at comprehending the Creator, his role and goals. For adherents of the second direction, Kabbalah is the science of the universe and the meaning of human existence in it. It is the second direction that has recently become widespread in Europe and America, gradually penetrating into Russia. red threadon the wrist - a kind of symbol of belonging to this doctrine, which has a sacred meaning.
The Red Thread of Kabbalah
The tradition of tying a red thread originated after the death of Rachel, the great foremother in Judaism, who is a symbol of the hope of the Jewish people to return to their ancestral lands. The place of her burial became a place of pilgrimage, in connection with which a ritual appeared to wrap the tomb of Rachel with a red thread, which as a result acquired the properties of a talisman, helped the people who wore it in many difficult situations and in finding their place in life.
After the ritual, the thread was cut into pieces and tied on the hand of the closest and beloved people while reading prayers. The thread had to be tied to seven knots, which is also part of the tradition, closing its owner from the evil eye, evil spells and helping him on his life path. Why is the thread red? Kabbalah claims that the red color allows you to distract the ill-wisher looking at you and dispel the negative impact. The thread is worn only on the left hand, since the left side of the body attracts energy, and the thread, therefore, is a kind of filter that cuts off the negative impact. That is why the red thread on the wrist is so important for every Kabbalist.
Kabbalah in modern life
Unfortunately, modern society is very susceptible to the influence of authorities: political leaders, pop and movie stars. We often copy other people's traditions without even bothering to understand their essence. Most of those who have a red thread tied around their wrist are not even aware of its purpose. This was the reason for the appearance of jewelry made in the style of this ancient shrine. We wear shiny trinkets, pinning hopes on them and looking for protection, sometimes not thinking that the best amulet in any situation will be a positive outlook on life and “armor” from a good mood. We ourselves must become a "red thread" for ourselves and our families.
