Prayers to Veles were well known among our ancestors many centuries ago, when Christianity did not come to Russia, and the Slavs worshiped pagan gods. Veles is one of the most famous characters in the ancient Russian pantheon, he was considered the patron of poetry, storytellers and cattle, he was the second most important after Perun.
Deity functions
Prayers were offered to Veles on a variety of occasions. First of all, of course, they paid attention to its agricultural functions. Initially, the cult of this deity is considered the most ancient common Slavic.
It is interesting that in Christian culture there are ideas about this character as a devil, an evil spirit. At the same time, his image was partially assimilated. So, some functions were taken over by St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, who patronized trade and we alth, was considered the master of the sea and underworld.
During Christianity, Veles, due to the consonance of his name, practically merged with St. Blaise, who was the patron saint of cattle.
The remains of the cult survived for the longest time in the Russian North, where for many years temples dedicated to it were created. It is noteworthy that for the reconstruction of the cult, the folk icons of St. Blaise, as well as incantations and folklore prayers in which his name was used, were of great importance. The cult of Blasius himself is often brought closer to the cult of the bear, the owner of animals. A Russian folk tale has survived to this day, in which this beast appears in the demonic form of a forest king, who begins to collect tribute from people.
In this regard, many rightly call him the patron saint of not only people, but also animals. He is considered the bearer of all kinds of material we alth. In prayers, it is customary to turn to the god Veles for he alth, protection from evil spirits, since he is associated with the kingdom of the dead, moves between worlds. At the same time, Veles is a good god, he has never been associated with evil spirits.
As a result, people turned to him for material benefits, asked for success in art and creativity, good work, help in the fight against diseases. In general, his area of influence was very wide, extended to all kinds of spheres of human life.
It is worth noting that almost all the prayers to the god Veles, which can be found in various sources, are remakes. For the most part, they were created on the basis of a certain backbone, fragmentary information that has come down to us from antiquity. At the same time, one must be prepared for the fact that some of the rites will be simply a figment of the imagination of today's neo-pagans. Some were created by modern shamans, in which case they really canpossess effective sacred power.
To pray to Veles, you need to install his symbol on your home altar. Alternatively, the Slavic deity is addressed in the bosom of nature. Each rite has certain principles based on the peculiarities of pagan traditions, they must be followed.
Reading cleansing prayers and conspiracies, you should definitely light a fire. If you are making a specific request, then it should be supported by external signs, a small ritual should be performed. It all depends on your need at a particular moment. It is extremely important to read the glorification of Veles in gratitude for the help already received or forthcoming. For example, trebu is placed on stones. It can be bread or porridge cooked by you personally from any cereal, pancake or flat cake. This material gift is presented in the form of a symbol. For example, a beautiful coin or stone. After some time, it should be taken to the forest and left in a secluded place.
Sacred places and symbols of Veles
Prayers to the studied deity have long been customary to read in dedicated sacred places. He was worshiped in ravines, lowlands, as he was correlated with the chthonic god. These representations arose at the time when Veles began to be associated with the underworld.
Historically, he was often depicted in the form of a bear, considering him the patron of the forest, so it is considered natural to carry the requirement to the forest. This is best done after sunset or at dusk. Night is considered his time.
To leave the demand and read the Slavic prayer to Veles, find a deserted place that you yourself will like energetically. As a rule, it can be a thicket of trees or a clearing in the forest. Our ancestors believed that every tree in the forest is associated with a god or goddess. With Veles, for example, pine and other conifers.
After choosing a tree, leave an offering at its roots, saying the words of a prayer from yourself. After that, bow to the ground and go back with respect. If you feel an inner need, you can not immediately go home, but stay for a while, meditate a little on the spot. At the same time, open your arms as wide as possible, letting in the energy of nature through your stomach and heart. After looking at the stars through the pine branches, breathe in the soothing and healing scent of pine needles. Then be sure to bend down to the ground, touching it with your palms, saturated with strength. Feel the element of the night forest, not frightening or hostile, but beautiful, cozy and familiar. Listen to the sounds of the night - it can be the tapping of branches, the hooting of owls, the creaking of the mighty trees in the area.
Classic symbols of Veles - cow or bull horns, skins of bears and bulls, coins and gold. In the forest, deadwood, anthills, mushrooms, moss, hazel, coniferous trees are also considered to be associated with it.
Holidays dedicated to the deity are celebrated on the day of the winter solstice, that is, from December 22 to 23. The following dates are also associated with it: December 31, January 2 and 6, February 24, March 24 (Old Slavic Maslenitsa), April 23 (St. George's Day).
Wish Fulfillment
It was believed that Veles could help fulfill almost any desire. Of course, if it is right to ask him about it. True, one should not expect a miracle, even our distant ancestors did not count on it. In order for everything to come true, you yourself will need to take concrete actions aimed at achieving your goal. Thanks to the appeal to the pagan deity, the paths to this goal will be unhindered and easier.
Our ancestors were sure that the old conspiracy addressed to Veles was attractive. This means that with its help it will not be possible to punish enemies or remove anything from your life. You can only ask that something necessary and necessary for you appear in it. It can be he alth, profit, help in the implementation or opening of some business, the pagan god can even assist in a successful marriage. Everything you can ask him about should be of an exclusively positive nature. The rite itself should be performed on the growing moon, preferably on Monday.
The classic pagan ritual is performed for seven days. For it you will need a tall candle made of natural wax. At the same time, its color can be absolutely any, you can not take only black. Take also seven keys and seven needles. Pick up the keys light so that they can hang on a needle stuck in a candle. You can even take souvenirs, for example, designed for jewelry. You will also need to stock up on honey and birch bark.
If you don't already have a home altar,you will need to do it in order to conduct the ritual of worshiping Veles in accordance with all the rules. For this, a small table is suitable. The main thing is to warn all household members not to touch the items placed on it.
Start the ceremony should be in order to clearly and unambiguously formulate your desire. Write it in advance on birch bark in such a form as if this event had already happened. For example, "I married a decent man" or "I got a promotion." It is important to bear in mind that one should not ask for the strength of the body and spirit in this way, because there is a special prayer to Veles for recovery. But he will later.
Next, say praise to the deity, light the fire and bring a small demand. For seven days you will need seven candles, each time they must burn to the very end. Place a candle coated with honey on a birch bark on which your desire is written. After that, stick needles into the candle at different intervals, hang one key on each of them. Light a candle smeared with honey from the required fire, start reading the plot. Here is his text:
Like fire burns, like water flows, like birds fly, like animals run. So Veles opens the road, unlocks the locks, removes the barriers. The candle burns for seven days, seven keys hang on it. The keys fall, the locks open, the roads to my desire are unlocked For the glory of Velesov, according to my word, my word is strong. True!
After reading this conspiracy, say out loud the desire you are waiting for. Leave the candle burning until the last needle falls offkey. Only then can it be redeemed. Be sure to do it straight with your fingers, do not blow out the candle. Do not touch the fallen keys and needles until the end of the ceremony. They must lie on the altar for all seven days. As soon as the last key falls, the birch bark on which the wish is written should be burned on the home altar. Keep the ashes left from it, as well as the keys, needles and wax from the ritual candle, under the threshold of your house or near the front door. The main thing is that they do not catch the eye of anyone.
When it's decided
When your wish comes true, you should read a separate prayer to Veles. This is a tradition that has existed since ancient times. It should be read in order for labor to bring exceptionally good results. Here is her text:
You are the crown of everything and earthly lives, Veles, our God! May my heart be filled with joy from what has been created, for my deeds are with a pure heart and bright thoughts. May my deeds be manifested with good fruits and glory to my family! Bless, Velese, so be it!
Also among pagan believers, it is customary to turn to the deity every evening before going to bed. Allegedly, this gives strength and self-confidence, helps to see prophetic dreams. Such treatment can protect against almost any evil that may be in the way of the sleeper. This prayer has a special text. Here it is:
Night sets foot on the earth, Veles walks around the dawns! Our God, he owns the Vedas and knows the way to Navi. I pray to Father Veles, take care of my soul in a dream, drive away the Basurs and baddon't let thoughts go. May I see good and prophetic dreams, so that my heart stays in harmony and peace. May my dream be sweet like that of a he althy and vigorous child, for in a dream he alth is vital. So be it! Glory to Veles!
He alth
According to tradition, it was customary to turn to Veles with a prayer for he alth. Moreover, you can ask both for yourself and for relatives and friends. It contains the following words:
Veles Father!
As they once asked for help to save (name), So we ask now!
Gods Family help!
Bring back to life, Give life and happiness!
So are you Mother Alive, Help and Save!
God Father Veles, Mother is Alive!
Heal everything with (name), Heal yourself, Heal at all, Heal forever!
Heal into life enter!
God Father Veles, Mother is Alive!
Help and save!
Everything is nothing, Everything is nothing, Everything is bad, everything is sick, Swept away by the wind, Washed away by water, Burned by fire, Covered by earth!
Roots of the Family Tree!
Mighty and Strong, Taco be, taco be, taco be! So be it!
Our ancestors believed that children needed to talk about deities, including the one being studied, almost from birth. There were even special children's prayers with which the baby had to seek help and protection every night before bed. Of course, initially the gods were told in the form of fairy tales, which mentionedtheir great deeds, deeds, glorious men and women who came from the Family, as well as what power and energy God brings to this world. The communication of children with Slavic deities must necessarily have a bright and joyful character.
In this case, prayers to Veles for the he alth of the child will have a greater effect. It was customary for the baby to make a request every evening, and in the morning glorify Dazhdbog. The evening prayer addressed to Veles should be:
Veles is walking along the sacred land, which my ancestors protected from enemies and protected for me, their grandson. Veles is coming and the night is covering the sky and the earth. And the Sun is clear along Svarga, and I (name), together with Dazhdbog, will travel to a magical dream. But when the morning comes, I will hear the song of the Sun. In the morning I will get up, I will brighten my spirit, soul and body and sing glory, I will amuse the Gods of my relatives and my parents with my love.
It was believed that Veles's prayer for recovery was capable of producing an effective effect. Especially if the person himself believes in what he asks for. Performs all rites and offerings in strict accordance with the rituals. In this case, the request has a guaranteed positive result.
God Who Protects Sleep
When a person falls asleep, his body and soul are immersed in a mysterious and unknown world, which is on the border between the real and the other world.
At this time, the human soul is especially vulnerable, it is believed that spirits live in this transitional place, they are responsible for incomprehensible or prophetic dreams that we see, andcan affect our body. For example, grab it and take it with you. For this reason, our ancestors believed that it was imperative to offer a prayer to Yarila and Veles for the protection of sleep.
These two Slavic deities were considered a kind of conductors between the real and the other world. The ancestors believed that they were able to help the human soul to cope with the demons, not to succumb to their persuasion and exhortation. For this, it was necessary to read a prayer to Veles for the protection of sleep. Here is her text:
Night sets foot on the earth, Veles walks around the dawns! Our God, he owns the Vedas and knows the way to Navi. I pray to Father Veles, take care of my soul in a dream, drive away the Basurs and keep bad thoughts out. May I see good and prophetic dreams, so that my heart stays in harmony and peace. May my dream be sweet like that of a he althy and vigorous child, for in a dream he alth is vital. So be it! Glory to Veles!
This text was considered very effective. Our ancestors believed that turning every evening before going to bed to their divine intercessor, they would save themselves from troubles and bad weather. Therefore, a prayer to Veles for the protection of sleep was read without fail.
We alth and fortune
Veles is an exceptionally kind deity who has always been approached for help in various good deeds. It was a prerequisite. For example, they offered a prayer to Veles for we alth. This ceremony has its own rules and features, only by strictly observing them, you can count on a favorable outcome.
So the text should be read according tostrictly defined rules. Otherwise, the ceremony will not be effective. You need to understand that the energy contained in such rituals can have a direct impact on all areas and spheres of your life, in some cases even shape them. With the help of such effective white magic, you can defeat all kinds of diseases, attract good luck into your life, and relieve difficulties. Therefore, it makes sense to read prayers to Veles for we alth and protection.
When conducting rituals and rituals aimed at attracting material we alth and good luck, certain rules should be followed. In this case, it will be possible to count on a guaranteed positive result. Here are the basic principles to always keep in mind.
- To conduct an effective ceremony, you must absolutely always believe in what you are doing, realize that you are actually capable of becoming a successful and rich person.
- All rituals should be performed exactly as described in the instructions.
- If you do not have the opportunity to use one or another item that is required for a full-fledged ceremony, it is better to refuse it in favor of some other ritual. Otherwise, no effect should be expected.
- All words in ancient conspiracies, rituals and spells must be pronounced exactly as it is written, only in this case the Slavic gods will understand and hear you.
- When performing the ritual, one should be of good mind and sound mind.
- In rituals, use only church waxcandles. Others are absolutely not suitable for them.
- If the ritual is performed at home, care should be taken to have holy water and icons nearby.
- Conspiracies for money and good luck always read in a whisper, the words you pronounce should be heard only by you, no one else.
Prayer to Veles for we alth and good luck, in fact, is a kind of white magic. This is an ancient rite, which in most cases is performed early in the morning on the growing moon.
The algorithm of actions in this case should be as follows:
- Stock up with a paper bill, a church candle and a key to your house. Make sure the front door remains open while doing this.
- Sit near the window, put the key in your right pocket, light a candle. Bring a bill to her, repeating the words that you want as much money as smoke and ashes will come from her.
- After that, put out the candle, carefully collect all the ashes in your right hand and head to the front door.
- Scatter ashes at the entrance to the house, asking that everyone who enters this house bring we alth.
- Only after that, close the door and lock it.
From now on, all the people who enter your house will attract happiness and good luck with them. Prayer to Veles for good luck at the same time has some features, nuances, which you should definitely remember. The ritual dedicated to this Slavic deity should be performed on the eve of December 6 - the day of Veles. Place a paper bill under the towel, say the text of the prayer three times, and after a weekspend every penny you have. You can be sure that the result will not be long in coming. Good luck will come to you very soon, you will no longer experience financial difficulties.
Here is the text of the prayer addressed to the deity, which will help attract we alth:
God is rich, we alth is in God, as many stars in the sky, as many fish in the water, so much we alth in me. Veles-Father, come to the family, walk around, and give me, Granddaughter of Dazhdbozhya / Grandson of Dazhdbozhya, give we alth. Glory to Veles! Glory to God!
How to defeat enemies?
As we have already noted, all appeals and prayers addressed to Veles can be extremely positive. In them, you can ask God for this or that help, improving your well-being. But if you need a prayer to crush your enemies, it's pointless to turn to Veles. Another Slavic deity, Perun, will help you with this. It was from him since the time of our ancestors that it was customary to ask for protection and support in difficult matters.
For example, there is an appeal to Perun, which can be read anywhere and at any time, as soon as you have an urgent need and need for his help. For example, if you want to excel in some difficult business or get reliable protection from enemies. If possible, read this text immediately after offering the request:
Perun! Wake up to those who call Thee, Glorious and Trislaven! He alth and a multitude of the Family to all the children of Svarog, give, Kindness of patronage, show mercy, rule over everyone, everythingfrom Rodno! Be taco, be taco, be taco!
Ideally, you should memorize the words presented above so that you can immediately start reading them when needed. When you get the desired result, do not forget to show gratitude to the deity. Only in this case will it favorably treat all your subsequent requests.
Request for the birth
Prayer to Veles for the family is considered one of the most important in the Slavic understanding of the world order. It helps to protect all members of the family from illness and severity, improve the fate of the future generation, restore strength, and finally relieve the souls of the departed. Such prayers are considered pleasing to the gods, they have powerful spiritual power. Here is an example of such a prayer, if it is addressed specifically to the studied Slavic deity:
Omnipresent Our Father Veles! I began to fulfill my plan, the cause of light, so that my family could increase in strength. By the power of your great one, they put me on, so that I could clear the path to victory, so that the expanses of my native land would submit to me, so that I would sweep away dashing and enemy obstacles. Let my strength strike the enemies, and I will only know victory. Glory to Thee, God! Be, O God, with me in heaven and on earth, in a foreign land and in our native land, because I am with you in the fulfillment of the testaments of the Most High! Glory to Veles!
There are some absolutely amazing appeals to the Slavic gods, which are able to open previously unknown abilities in a person. For example, such practices include prayer to Veles for clairvoyance.
Many who have experiencedappeal to the Slavic gods, they argue that clairvoyance develops well from working with the studied. After all, this is a god who patronizes any craft, therefore, under his protection, you can practice almost any type of magic, he reliably protects the adept. The main thing at the same time is to establish reliable contact, and to equip a kind of home altar at home. For this, a stone is selected, which should be approximately the size of your fist. It should be put in a container, taking a black fabric made from natural threads. On it, you should draw the sign of Veles with chalk. Put a cup on top of it, and before the ceremony, clean the room. If there is too much negativity in it, then you can clean it with juniper, light an aromatic lamp with oil or a dry branch of a plant, and fumigate it.
Each rite should begin with an offering. To do this, pour a little vodka on the stone, and then ask God to accept the offering and make a request. It is permissible to do this in your own words, the main thing is that they come from the heart. The ceremony is best carried out in nature in approximately the same way. In this case, you can find some kind of stone lying on the ground, preferably under a pine tree. It is important that direct sunlight does not fall on it. Here is an appeal that will help attract clairvoyance:
Father gray-haired, with a white beard, With clear eyes, with formidable eyebrows, Don't get angry, smile, respond with a good deed!
Give me (Name) clear vision, To see I could, everything is hidden!
Give me Owl's hearing, To hear the voice of the ancestors!
Gift mescent of Hortov, To smell the trouble ahead of time!
Give me a formidable Power, Sorcerer's own, boundless, What common people don't know!
Become a father to me, a loving father, Do not correct my father by birth!
I release you with gratitude, I look forward to your gifts!
My word is strong, strong, strong! So be it!
There are joint prayers to Veles and Mokosh. This is the ancient Slavic goddess of fertility, fate and the family hearth. It is believed that the threads of the lives of all creatures are concentrated in her hands, not only people, but also gods. She was considered the goddess of magic and divination, the patroness of points of power and sacred wells. It can also help a person discover the gift of clairvoyance. It is worth emphasizing that this is an allegorical image. In some sources, Makosh is called the wife of Veles. Although in reality, in Slavic mythology, she is considered the wife of the blacksmith god Svarog.
Makosh is the apotheosis of motherhood and femininity. Her sacred animal is a cow, without which any economy among the Slavs was considered inferior, regressive. In this regard, some considered Makosh a chthonic deity. But in reality, this statement is only partially true.
How to read ancient prayers?
At the end of this article, we will talk about the features of Slavic prayers. They have long been considered powerful and strong amulets that helped in any deeds and undertakings. It is important that in ancient prayer appeals people appealed to ancient deities. And after the arrival of Christianitythe meaning of Slavic prayers has not changed, but in their prayer addresses they began to appeal not to Slavic deities, but to the one Christian God.
To be as effective as possible, they should be read only in a positive mood, while there should not be any evil in the soul. The classic prayer to Veles in Old Church Slavonic is considered the most effective.
There are a few basic rules to follow when reciting these prayers. It is required to live in full accordance with the surrounding nature, only in this way you will be able to find life harmony, which will fully correspond to natural vibrations.
If in ancient times prayers were said at temples, now for this they go to the forest or organize a small home altar. The temple was a pagan temple, which always had its own sacred altar, which was used to install certain items. In these places, the priests performed special rites, and all the other inhabitants of the community offered prayers to the gods.
In our time, an impromptu temple or a home altar is equipped in an apartment. For this, a small table is suitable. On it, place images of the deity you plan to worship. It is desirable that they be carved from wood with their own hands, in this case, you can expect the maximum effect, and the house will immediately be filled with strength and energy from such an idol. When equipping a home altar, place the deity you created on a small piece of cloth, and put a small natural stone next to it. Provide forplace for incense and candles on the altar, as well as place a bowl and a ritual dish. If you live in a private house, then it is better to read the Veles prayer in Old Church Slavonic in the yard. For example, a large tree or a spring may be suitable for this, although it is better for the ritual to specifically leave the city.
It is in the Old Slavonic language that it is customary to read Slavic prayers. However, modern people find it difficult in this case to understand the meaning inherent in them. Therefore, today it is already considered acceptable to pronounce them "in Russian". It is more important when reading these prayers, including those addressed to Veles, to ensure that faith is always present in your soul. Only then can you be sure that the ancient Slavic prayers will contribute to the harmonization of your life, will bring the maximum effect.
When reading ancient Slavic prayers, one should mean by them certain ritual words that were traditionally used when communicating with the Higher powers. At the same time, the word "prayer" itself was not present in the Old Slavonic vocabulary. In particular, this is due to the fact that in most cases our ancestors did not ask their gods for anything, they believed that they would receive what they deserved anyway, but only praised them and brought appropriate offerings.
