Knives have long been sacred. They have been used by people for a long time, so they are overgrown with many superstitions. Are they true? Or are these fairy tales that are passed down from generation to generation? Consider the magical properties of knives. Can I give them as a gift?
Knife as a magical symbol
In sorcery, there is such a direction as object magic. Knives and daggers were actively used in white and black magic by many nations. Esotericists treat daggers and knives ambiguously. It is believed that their energy can be both positive and negative.
Ancient superstitions
Knives were worn with them as a talisman by women in the prenatal and postnatal period and couples in love on their wedding day. Babies were put knives under their pillows to protect them from evil forces.
The knife was stuck into the ground or into the threshold in order to protect against witches, wolves, weather disasters.
In Russia, the godfather and mother, before going to church with the future godson, stepped over the blade. This served as a talisman against evil spirits that could not approach the child. In Ukraine, the knife also served as protection against mermaids. The peasants, seeing them, drew a circle around themselves with a blade and fell face down. Then the evil spirits did not notice them.
In Macedonia, a knife was specially placed under the head of the deceased so that he would not become a vampire.
Knives are also closely associated with black magic and divination. In Russia, a girl, guessing at her betrothed, put two cutlery with knives and forks on the table. She had to tear the tablecloth off the table in time, otherwise the unclean person who came in the form of her future husband could stab her.
There are many prohibitions associated with knives. Here are some of them:
- The knife should not be put on the table at night, like other sharp objects - the unclean can stab.
- During the commemoration in Belarus, they tried not to use knives, so as not to accidentally injure the soul of the deceased.
- You can't pick up edged weapons on the street.
- It is forbidden to eat with a knife. This prophesies a quarrel in the family.
- Blades cannot be given as gifts, especially for New Years and birthdays.
The last sign raises many questions today. Why can't you give knives as a gift? Can you trust this omen? And how to avoid negativity if you still decide to give a knife to a loved one?
Knives across cultures
It is forbidden to give knives not in all countries of the world. In Georgia, such a gift is considered one of the best. African tribes give blades for the coming of age of a young man. And in the Scandinavian countries, a knife is part of the wedding ritual.
In Central Asia, this is an expensive present. The Japanese are sure that any piercing objects scare awaymisfortunes and evil spirits and allow "to cut a path to happiness." Therefore, they give knives to loved ones who reach yakudoshi - an unhappy age. In women, it occurs at 19, 33 and 37 years, and in men - at 25, 45 and 61.
But even the Japanese believe that a knife can cut friendships. Therefore, its donation is associated with a certain ritual. Which one, we'll look at later.
Why can't you give knives? Signs
There are several reasons why it is undesirable to give a knife. Consider them in more detail:
1. The evil spirits love piercing and cutting objects
Knives were not without reason used by black magicians in their rituals. Sorcerers are often even depicted with daggers in their hands. The blade can serve not only as a defense against evil forces, but also as a magnet for its attraction. Therefore, a knife as a gift could bring evil spirits into the family.
2. A gift that attracts misfortune
It is noticed that newlyweds who received a set of knives as a gift often part. Perhaps this is just a coincidence, because the sign does not always "work". There is a possibility that this is due to the energy of the giver. If he brings his gift with sincere good wishes, then there will be no harm from him. However, it is better not to take risks and not give knives to loved ones. After all, it is believed that the donated blade attracts misfortune like a magnet. That's why you can't give knives for your birthday.
3. Individual amulet
In ancient times, knives were given great sacred significance. Then it was almost impossible to buy it. Knivesmade for a particular person. The blacksmith put information about the future owner into the product, so that it served as a talisman for him. The knife may not accept another owner and even take revenge on him.
4. Symbol of War
Knife is a great gift for a hunter or a warrior. But at the same time it is a symbol of war, death, blood. Therefore, this weapon has long been associated in the imagination of people with something negative and terrible.
5. Witchcraft Rites
The tip of a knife is a good conductor of energy, both dark and light. It can be "charged" on the negative, which he will turn on his new owner. Therefore, sorcerers and witches often used knives in their dark rituals. For example, witches, wanting to bring damage to the inhabitants of the house, stuck it in the threshold or window frames.
6. Negative associations
Not everyone will be enthusiastic about such a gift as a knife. For many people, it will cause rejection. And if you are the donor, these emotions can return to you in the form of negative clots that will settle on the biofield and gradually thin it out. This can lead to poor he alth and failure.
7. Physical violence
History knows cases when a donated knife caused bloodshed. After all, alcohol excites the nervous system. Quarrels broke out at the celebration, and a recent gift turned into a murder weapon. Therefore, this prejudice has a completely logical basis.
Why can't you give a knife to a woman?
Knife set seems like the perfect giftfor any housewife, because these devices are sure to come in handy in everyday life. Despite the fact that such a present can carry negative energy, it is possible to give knives to women. But only for those who are in search of a soul mate. It is not worth giving such a gift to family women, as this can cause parting with a loved one.
Knives for men
Knife will be the perfect gift for a man who is fond of weapons or hunting. But why not give knives to men? There is an opinion that this will cause a quarrel between the gifted and the donor. And as a result, ruin their relationship. It is impossible to give a knife to a loved one for the same reason. And if one of the lovers is cut with a gift blade, he may die.
How to deceive evil spirits?
Many people prefer not to tempt fate and not to give knives to loved ones. However, if you are sure that the blade is the best gift for your loved one, use the following tips.
Order a product individually, for a specific person. If finances allow, engrave. Let it be a gift with the most sincere wishes. Charge it with positive energy. In this case, the knife will serve as a talisman, not a harbinger of misfortune.
"Sell" the gift. The Japanese, in order not to "cut" good relations between people, put a coin in a box with a gift. This coin was then returned as a symbolic payment by the one to whom the knife was presented.
They did the same inEngland. There, for a sharp object, a halfpenny was given as a gift. This canceled the negative energy of the knife.
You can do the same. When giving a blade to a dear person, ask for a coin of any denomination for it. However, first explain the situation to the gifted person. He will surely understand your concerns.
