Among the signs there are well-known beliefs, and there are superstitions used only in a narrow circle of admirers of folk wisdom. Fortunately, everyone is aware of finding a horseshoe! But it is equally important to know what kind of thing will bring good luck, and how to properly arrange it so that it serves as a talisman.
The value of a horseshoe as an amulet
Several lucky symbols are combined in a horseshoe:
- the divine flame of the blacksmith's forge;
- iron is a symbol of honesty, protection from evil spirits;
- horse is the personification of goodness, hard work, inspiration, fertility, strength.
If such a talisman is found, it is a pity to leave it in the dust on the road.
A folk legend tells of a blacksmith who got a devil as a client. Not afraid of evil spirits, the master chained the imp with the longest nails. The devil's servant began to beg for mercy. The blacksmith let him go, but took the word from the horned one that he would bypass the 'tenth road' those houses on which the horseshoe hangs.
Since then, blacksmiths are considered heroes of the fight against evil spirits, and horseshoes hang in forges, play the role of amulets. Thus, the sign: to find a horseshoe has two interpretations. The iron arc is:
- A talisman for attracting abundance and seed prosperity to the house, good luck in business.
- Charm for protection from negative influences.
Outside the house, they place them with their horns down, so that negative from incoming enemies flows down them.
The main task of such a talisman is to recognize and reflect the unkind intentions of people and beings who come. It was believed that the ends were hung up in the house if its mistress is a woman. Inside the house, they were fastened as a symbol of the cornucopia with the ends up, so that benefits would accumulate and not flow out of the house. There is also a way of placing it in the form of the letter 'C' – the words 'sun', 'happiness', 'light' begin with it.
The value of the find
An interesting detail: the horseshoe, which served its intended purpose, is considered the happiest. Such an object is capable of attracting good luck and reflecting negativity, because it is tempered in fire, charged with the force of pushing the horse off the ground.
To become the owner of an effective amulet, according to the sign, you need to find an old rusted iron horseshoe. It is important to find, not purchase as a souvenir.
A popular omen says that the gray mare's hind leg that has fallen off the hoof has the greatest strength.
Horses are now rarely used for plowing allotments and transporting goods. You should look for the talisman in the countryside or at the hippodrome.
Signs of what the horseshoe was found for in different places:
- on a rural road – to colossal luck;
- on a city road – to great happiness;
- in the garden – to success in business, such a find promises the support of relatives in all endeavors.
Actions with the found horseshoe
If you find a horseshoe, take a close look at it. If a thing is found broken, you should not take it with you. The sign says: the found half of the arc is capable of breaking family ties, attracting divorce.
To neutralize the negativity, it is recommended to spit on the debris, make a wish, and throw them behind your back. Then you need to quickly leave without turning around. What was conceived will soon come true, but not completely, but only half.
If you come across a whole horseshoe (new, or even better, old, rusty), you need to thank God for such a message, leave a few coins in place, take the find home and perform the following actions with it:
- The owner of the house must nail the found talisman in the center above the front door to the house.
- You can use 7 nails (so that the magical influence affects all family members). 1 nail or rope.
- The woman helps her husband to hold the carnations.
- All residents (both young and old) must first touch the horseshoe.
To enhance the protective properties of the amulet, it must be cleaned before placing it. For this, energetically strong holy water is used. If there is none, the amulet can be held in running or salty water. Water from a well is also suitable.
Then the horseshoe is charged with lunar energy. For this, the talisman is kept at night during the growing moon so that the direct rays of the night luminary fall on it. In this case, the horns should be directed deep into the room.
According to the sign, the fall of the hanged horseshoe means that the talisman has fulfilled its purpose. He is raised, protecting his hands with a cloth, and buried away from home. If you find it in the ground, it is highly likely that this is someone else's spent amulet, it is better not to take it.
But if there are no bad feelings, on the contrary, you want to take the find with you, only you will need to clean it with great care.
The importance of placing a horseshoe in different parts of the house
Mexicans believe that you need to find and decorate it with the images of saints and ribbons, and after that do not touch the amulet. According to the Italian tradition, you need to find an arc and hang it so that everyone who comes in touches the talisman.
In Russia, to protect the well-being of the family, it was necessary to find a horseshoe and bury it under the threshold or in the yard, attach it in a different place.
Placing a horseshoe in different places of the dwelling or on agricultural buildings has a certain meaning:
- The bedroom attracts sound healthy sleep, harmonizes the life of a married couple. According to the omen, the one who holds a horseshoe next to the bed will get rid of unhealthy habits and die in a dream in extreme old age.
- A young girl needs an iron arc next to the stove: in order to learn how to manage, and 'in girls' did not sit too long.
- In the living room – to attract good guests.
- Above the cradle or in the nursery – the protector of the baby from the evil eye. If the magical effect had already occurred, the child was poured with water from a tub, in which she had stayed for a certain period.
- Being in a box of money or other place for storing savings, a horseshoe helps to increase wealth.
- On the windowsill it acts as a cash flow activator, promotes the growth and luxurious flowering of home vegetation.
- Protects crops and grain bins in the barn and on the field fence.
- The kitchen attracts a good appetite, tasty and healthy food, abundance on the table.
Horseshoes as a talisman were used not only at stationary objects. To prevent troubles on the road and attract success in business, it was necessary to find a horseshoe and take it with you to a responsible event.
The sailors nailed iron shackles to the masts of the sailing ships. Nowadays, this item, placed in the trunk of a car, has repeatedly saved the owner of the car from death and injury in serious accidents.
The sign says: to find a whole horseshoe is an omen of a series of success and happiness. By placing a metal arc over the front door, you will protect yourself from the evil eye, damage, any magical negative influence from the outside. By placing a horseshoe inside your home, you will attract wealth and well-being for all family members. Such a talisman will turn your abode into a 'full bowl'!
