Raven in Slavic mythology: what was the sign or symbol associated with the ancient people, what is the horoscope of the people born in this hall?

Crow-bird on a scientific, figurative and semantic level is customary to combine with other similar winged birds - crow, rook and rook. More often than not, the common perception of these birds is gloomy and negative, and the cemetery is considered the most suitable place for their flight.

But why then did the crow Karkusha, accompanied by Piglet, Philly and Stepashka, take Russian children to sleep from the TV show "Good night, kids"? Maybe it's not that simple?

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The qualities of ravens underlying their symbolism

First factor: This bird is a vulture.The raven is the goddess of the world. Hence, the connection attributed to ravens with the forces of destruction, with the deities of death (e.g., the Irish goddess Morrigan, the Welsh god Bran).

The image of the Celtic goddess Morrigan

The Orphics, on the other hand, depicted raven of death in a very interesting way - with a pine cone (symbol of the pineal gland - the center of subtle perception) and a torch of life and light. This is logical, considering that for this group of mystics, death is a return to the state of Eternal Life, and then the bird is the gatekeeper of this state?

In India it is common to see ravens as messengers of death, evil, misfortune. Here we can assume that the perception of the raven involves vision on the level of subtle energiesand it can be the first to recognize when physical bodies or spatial structures have already been affected by the force of destruction.. And informs about it with his cawing even before the unpleasant fact becomes obvious.

The perception of the shaman from the state of the crow, by the way, was told by Carlos Castaneda in his marvelous books.

Also in the Western European tradition, in Christianity - these small black birds are attributed a connection with evil and pest, witchcraft and devilish forces. Even with the Fall - supposedly on the tree of knowledge, from which Eve plucked an apple, a raven was sitting on top.

As a sinful negative character and the bird of death, the raven is mythologically opposed to the higher, nobler birds - the eagle and swan, as well as the dove, an attribute of Paradise and the Holy Spirit.

The second characteristic is the intelligence and shrewdness crows, which rightly make them the chief intellectuals of the animal world. This quality obviously connects the raven symbolism with the characteristics of the mental planet Mercury.

There is a famous legend about how a crow wanted to drink from a half-empty jug, but could not reach the water with its beak. Then the bird began to bring pebbles and throw them into the vessel until the water level rose - then it was drunk. The constructive thinking with understanding and operating the laws of the physical world is evident.

Not for nothing that raven in the history of Harry Potter is the symbol of Ravenclaw at Hogwarts, the School of Magic and Wizardry, where the Distribution Cap sent the smartest newcomers who had a sense of humor and were able to "gnaw the granite of science.

By the way, in Joan Rowling's next creation, Fantastic Beasts and Where They Live, there is another raven family, the Corvus (Corvus - "raven" in Latin), whose story is dark and mysterious, and whose conclusion we will see in November 2021.

Mercurian mediating qualities are attributed to two crows of the Scandinavian god Odin - these Hugin (thinking) and Munin (remembering). The winged pair flew around the world and gathered information for their divine master. Usually they were depicted sitting on the shoulders of Odin (and the shoulders are the part of the body corresponding to the Mercurian energies).

Perhaps this bird image is just a personification of the mental qualities of the god Odin himself, his ability to receive information in advance and at a distance, looking into all worlds and times (mental reconnaissance - before making decisions and actions).

Not surprisingly, in the book and movie Game of Thrones, it is Bran was the name of the hero, who in the finale transformed into the all-seeing "Three-Eyed Raven," capable not only of seeing but also of influencing the past, present and future.

Bran with Crows by Piotr Foksowicz

And after all, the character has ancient roots - allegedly there was a king of Britain Bran (Bran the Raven). BlessedHe bequeathed to bury his head on a hill after his death, to continue to protect his country from catastrophes and wars.

And according to legends, it is on the same spot that the Tower of London now stands, which still has the tradition of keeping several crows in state custody. Moreover, these birds are considered members of the Royal Family. For otherwise, according to prophecies, "when the last ravens of the Tower disappear, the British Empire will fall..."

Although, without Mercury (brains and the ability to apply them in a real situation) not only the British Empire, but any other empire, would fall...

And the third meaning-defining quality of crows is a sharp, loud voice and a distinctive sound, which we are used to perceiving as "kar-kar" and a kind of warning, a message.

It is an extension of the quality of foresight, of prophetic abilities - to voice them, to report what we see. Recall that the god Odin endowed his winged helpers Hugin and Munin with the gift of speech.

How to use the amulet?

Raven's amulet has incredible power, but it must be used correctly. You should not buy a talisman for those people who do not understand how exactly it affects life. Most often, magical amulets with the bird symbol look like a metal pendant. It can be both small and large. Sometimes there are mystical symbols on the talisman to enhance its effect.

Some people use a feather from a live bird as an amulet. It should belong to a black raven. Self-made talismans are suitable for people who understand Slavic mythology. It is necessary to clearly understand for what purposes the feather is used. Some people additionally charm it, to give it even greater power. Often people create unique dream catchers with the feathers of a living raven.

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A talisman can be a stone figurine that a person keeps in his house. The bird will protect the premises from evil forces, help the person to achieve success in business. The figurine should be only black. It can be made independently, if a person knows how to work with stone.

The image or embroidery of a raven also has mystical powers. This is a kind of talisman, which will protect people from evil spirits. It is usually used by superstitious people who believe that evil forces are upon them.

A unique talisman is made of different materials:

Wood. It is recommended to choose a larch tree for a talisman. The rune should not be drawn or carved, but burned. Talisman is usually worn on a strap of leather, preferably close to the heart. He will have an incredible power and change the life of a person for the better.
Gold. This metal is usually attributed to the god of Kolyada. Gold increases the strength of people, gives inspiration. In life, there will be more joy and less sadness.
Silver. It is customary to correlate the metal with the god Varuna. The metal gives people wisdom and reveals the gift of clairvoyance. Silver is chosen by peace-loving people who value family relationships.

Pendant should be hidden from the eyes of strangers. It is best worn under clothing so that no one saw the talisman. The talisman can be both of ordinary metal and of precious metal. The pendant is often found in stores of Slavic symbols, because the symbol of the Raven is widespread among superstitious people.

Born in the period from December 16 to January 7 can make a tattoo of a raven to enhance the effect of the talisman. The amulet will always be with the person, so life will be at its best. Usually, the symbol is applied to the forearm or thigh. You can use both the rune and the image of the raven itself.

Some people use pictures, brooches, earrings as a talisman. They should have a picture of a raven, which will protect the person. Still, the strongest amulet is a pendant, so it is worth to give preference to it.

Enlist the help of the Slavic gods can only those people who sincerely believe in them. Man's thoughts and intentions must be pure, so that the god Varuna did not refuse to help. Slavic symbols are not ordinary ornaments or useless things. The gods require people to honor and respect them. If a person does not believe in them, they will not help and patronize.

Talisman can not be given to other people. It is forbidden to take someone else's amulet, because it absorbed the energy of a stranger. Such amulet will not help and can even bring misfortune. Those who want to acquire a talisman should buy it independently. Gradually the amulet will soak up the energy of the owner, and the god Varuna will feel that the person believes in him. After that, you can notice how life began to change for the better.

If the amulet is broken, you need to bury it in the ground and give thanks for the help. Often such an event signals that trouble is coming. A person's faith in the Slavic gods should become even stronger. You will have to be careful and try to avoid all risks. The amulet always tries to warn of the need to be wary of evil forces. It is important to see mystical signals in time and decipher them correctly.

Phraseology

"Naqakarkat" - To attract trouble by voicing it in advance as a possibility. Therefore, when someone hears options for an unpleasant and undesirable course of events, can demand from the speaker - "do not cark!"

"Cawing," "counting crows," - To be distracted and miss the situation, not to notice the main thing, carried away with something momentary.

"Crow." - the suit of horses, the color is silvery black, shiny.

"Black raven," "funnel." - This was the name given to the motorcars in which prisoners were transported (including the NKVD vehicles, a symbol of nighttime arrests and repressions).

Don't you fly, black crow over my head,
You will not wait for me, black raven, I am not yours!

"Eat crow." - is an American insult, somewhat similar in meaning to the Russian "eat a dead cat.

"The crow won't pluck the crow's eye". - A proverb, the meaning of which is mutual assistance and vouchsafing of members of the same flock (family, clan, social group, etc.).

"The White Crow" - an exception to the previous proverb, a creature fundamentally different from the pack, a strange creature - not sharing common norms. And, it turns out that this phraseology has a rich mythological basis:

The awakening of the true essence

You are reminded that the answers to your questions lie ahead of you. To discover them, you need to look beyond what you are used to seeing and get out of your own comfort zone. Ravens are highly adaptive creatures - they can inhabit any environment and eat almost anything they discover. They can survive in any situation, and if such a bird appears before you, it should serve as a reminder that you too can adapt, and this is the moment of great change that will help you awaken your true essence.

Dual Nature

In North Asia and North America, the raven was the the demiurge, the prime mover.who brings gifts to people and teaches them how to use them.

In the East, these birds are one of the symbols of the Twelve Branches of Earth, which is associated with Power.

In Egypt, China and Japan, a pair of crows was An emblem of family love and happiness..

In the myths of Asia and North Africa, there are legends about the golden or red crow with three legs - ...the sun's attribute.... In China, it was a symbol of the Zhou Dynasty, whose rulers compared their power to the sun's bountiful influence on the world.

In ancient Greece, it was also ...a symbol of the sun..., divination and longevity. This bird was depicted as the messenger of Apollo (the sun god) and the wise Athena (who later replaced it with a less chatty owl). And in Shintoism, the raven is sacred bird, messenger of the godswhich was sometimes depicted in front of the Sun.

This makes sense, because Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun, often rises in front of it.

And sometimes with the simplest telescope or even binoculars you can see Mercury passing over the solar disk. The black little ball is like a crow flying by.

The solar influence on Mercury is paramount, and it is with its imperative participation that all the transformations of the original positive meaning of the ravens are connected.

There are many legends where it is said that at first the raven was white. Then the Supreme Deity punished the bird and dyed its feathers black for not fulfilling his functions as an envoy of Superior Powers and for showing negative qualities (the reverse side of Mercury - cunning, thievery, chattiness, duplicity, unreliability, etc.).

In the Turkmen capital there are many tattoos featuring the colors of black ash and ivory.

There is also an old Ukrainian legend, allegedly crows originally lived in paradise, where they had four-colored feathers, but in the process of reducing the vibrations of the world (sin), they began to eat carrion and became black. But one day, at the end of time, when life becomes a new paradise, the raven beauty will return and instead of cawing, they will euphoniously praise the creator.

It is a curious fact that in the cryptocurrency market there is Ravencoin (RVN). Its name comes from the English words: raven and coin.

The November 2021 publication Ravencoin on Medium mentions Game of Thrones when introducing this experimental currency:

In the fictional world of Westeros, ravens are used as messengers who carry and affirm the truth. Ravencoin is a use-case-oriented blockchain designed to provide truthful information about who owns which assets.

Interestingly, the creators of this coin put the pure Mercurian sense of raven-like qualities into their creation, and the RVN emblem is not a black, but rather a multicolored raven of paradise:

A scan of the website page: https://ravencoin.org/

Thus, we can conclude that all earthly mythology testifies to the purely Mercurian nature of crows, for it is this planet:

is initially neutral (acquires qualities of the planets influencing it, aspects);
Therefore, it is able to be a conductor between the dualities of our world - life and death, up and down (earthly and heavenly), feminine and masculine (by the way, ravens have a weak sexual deformity), good and evil, wisdom and foolishness, etc.

Which may well explain the dual nature attributed to this bird by legends and myths.

The meaning of the black bird in different peoples

It is difficult to remain indifferent to the crow. A large bird with black plumage. It is distinguished by its wisdom and courage. The attitude of different peoples was different. Some deified the raven, endowed it with the highest qualities. For others, it caused fear and awe.

The Indians inhabiting the eastern part of the American continent attributed cunning and resourcefulness to the raven. He was able to steal fire from the gods and give it to the people.
The Germanic tribes worshipped the raven as a military oracle. If a bird that flew down accompanied a tribal leader, it was considered a good sign.
The Irish have an expression "knowledge of the raven," which means foresight, the ability to look into the future.
A raven was worshipped by the Vikings. When they set out on their campaigns, warriors took black birds with them in the belief that it would bring good luck. The birds did not fight back. They knew that after the victories of the Vikings they could feast on the battlefield.
In the legends of the Scandinavians there is evidence that ravens were sent on reconnaissance missions and brought tidings. No other bird could have flown such distances and they were not known for their analytical wit and good memory.
On the shoulders of the god Odin were depicted two ravens. Their names were Munin (memory) and Hugin (thought). They were Odin's faithful servants and advisers, flying all over the world and informing him of news.
According to the Chinese, the three-legged raven, who lives on the sun, determines the three phases of the sun: sunrise, zenith and sunset. In China, this bird is a symbol of power.
It was especially revered in ancient Greece, being related to several gods. He is the messenger of Apollo, the sacred bird of the goddess Hera, and the constant attribute of Aesculapius, Athena and Kronos. At weddings it was called out as a symbol of fertility.
In Egypt, however, was painted in a negative color. It was associated with destruction and evil.
In ancient Rome, the direction of flight and voice were evaluated. These signs were used to determine the future. A raven was considered an oracle. It was considered most negative if it cawed in a hoarse, unpleasant voice. A raven, which flew from left to right and sat on an old hollow oak tree, foretold trouble and desolation, while a number of ravens which appeared from out of the blue. The Romans remember that this bird repeatedly foretold death to warlords.
The ancestors of Estonians were in awe of the raven. They considered it a messenger of death. According to their beliefs, there was a white spot under the bird's wing that had mystical powers. Whoever finds the crow's stone will be able to perform miracles and ward off evil.
Czechs believe that babies are not brought by a stork, but by a raven.
In the beliefs of pagan Russia, the black raven played an important positive role. He was trusted by the heroes of fairy tales and bylinae as the provider of dead and living water. Rising on the sacred to the Slavs oak tree, the raven represented the highest wisdom. In ancient Russia, the raven was called soothsayer. None of the ancestors dared to frighten, let alone kill the bird.
The totem was especially revered in North Asia and North America. It became the main character in many myths and legends of tundra peoples. The Chukchi and the Eskimos of Alaska believe that the raven created humans and all animals and, like God, breathed life into them.
In the mythology of the Itelmen and the Koryaks of Kamchatka, the central figure is Kutkh. It was he who created the Earth. With his sister, Kutkh displaced the Earth from the sky, where he himself came from. According to another legend, Kutkh created the Earth from his son.
The Chinas are convinced that they came from an egg hatched by a sacred raven.

The raven - the meaning and significance of the symbol

The symbol and totem of the raven is most suitable for those who:

- feels natural kinship with this bird, responds emotionally to its image, considers it a Sign that clearly works for him;

- carries a suitable surname (Voronov, Voronets, Karkarov, etc.);

— is born in the years of the Raven according to the Zoroastrian calendar (1917, 1949, 1981, 2013);

- has in his horoscope the active Raven sign of the Upper Zodiac (degrees between Libra and Scorpio);

- celebrates his birthday in period of the Raven's threshold (Slavic zodiac) - approximate dates December 17 - January 8;

- has in his astrological birth chart manifested degrees. (especially if you have Mercury in them) associated with suitable totems:

24 degrees Cancer (blue raven);
17th degree of Libra (the eiderdown);
13 degrees Scorpio (king's raven);
3 degrees Capricorn (common raven);
27 degrees Capricorn (black crow);
25 degrees of Aquarius (rook);
28 degrees of Pisces (white crow).

When using raven symbolism in your emblems, talismans and amulets consciously, you can base your choices on the following meanings and meanings:

Intelligence and discernment.The ability to find and apply information;
Foresight and prophetic abilities., as well as the powerful influence of your words on the world around you;
Connection to the forces of destructionFor example, the Chinese have a particular version of the symbol of Tao - where the Yin-Yang energy is depicted as a pair of black raven and white heron;
Just vengeance and retribution (The movie "Crow" - 100% hit the meaning);
A pair of crows - will help in finding and gaining a partner like you, similar to you, with whom it will be easy to establish and maintain a connection.

Predisposition to comprehend arcane knowledge

A raven is a teacher of secret, hidden, occult knowledge. The moon is the first time you see him, and the next time you see him, you will see him. Being "under his wing", you can safely study alchemy, astrology, try to conduct magical practices.

After obtaining his location, you can understand the mysteries of the world: understanding the meaning of the symbols on the ancient buildings and the universe. The raven-man was given access to the world of magic. That is why it is often portrayed as the faithful companion of magicians, witches and sorcerers.

But the raven is a stern teacher. If you ask him for a power, he can give it, but in the subsequent will certainly ask: what did this power, whether it was developed and whether in general used. Those who do not justify the trust, laziness, and inaction, he closes access to the world of occult knowledge.

Totem of the raven.

Those who have this totem can seem strange, look mysterious and mysterious, doing something inconspicuous and elusive. They are so changeablethat other people who see different facets of their appearance and personality don't know how to describe and characterize them.

They like to behave ...cunning and deceitful...Although for them it is not necessary at all in fact, just entertains. At other times are absolutely disinterested And know how to become useful to other people.

Ravens can be original and independent.They like to be noticed, some for the sake of vanity, others because they get more information and it is more interesting to live in this way.

Although they prefer to express themselves in a pack, discuss news and share information, but at the same time they don't like close contacts.They like to fledge and fly away as soon as they get bored with a situation, theme, or person.

Very easily learnVery easily learn, adopt qualities and skills of other people that they like or find useful. They are very good at settling in, pretending to be poor. They even blossom and can parasitize where they are allowed to do so.

On a deep level. Distrustful and skeptical.May be suspicious and vindictive. Do not like to reveal themselves to others, tell others about themselves - even the closest people know little about them. Can hide.Even when they are on stage and in full view.

If they find a suitable partner, like themselves, their development is accelerated and life acquires additional colors.

In private life, they do not like the traditional role models and rules of behavior, on the contrary - Curious and try everything, especially what is forbidden. And they easily convince their partners to keep them company.

All people who are close in their subconscious qualities to crows, ...have a word...They can rivet another person with it or inspire him to deeds, and their erudition and eloquence helps them with that. And it is necessary to avoid "cawing" without asking and for the sake of eloquence.

Not squeamish and can settle down anywhere, but but they prefer to live in seclusion.They are not squeamish, but they prefer to live in seclusion without letting anyone in. This is their tendency to have a nest in a secluded place - it is safer for them, so they achieve a sense of freedom and ease. Otherwise, they feel vulnerable.

Since crows feed on carrion, there are often people with this totem, a lot of the fallen, fallen people, whom they are trying to teach, admonish and set on the right path.

People of this totem have a tendency to get better with age. In their youth, they can be superficial, windy and excitable, driven by curiosity, thirst for impressions, love of movement and contact.

But by the age of 40, the quantity of information gained turns into quality and they can radiate real wisdomBased not on theories (though they read at a loss everything on more or less topics that interest them), but on real life experience.

There are some people who immediately have the totem "king's raven" - they are characterized from their youth by innate wisdom and caution., they are insightful, have excellent intuition, often a philosophical mind, allowing them to uncover secrets, to get out of difficult situations.

It singlesDogs, who are respected and even feared by others - because they seem gloomy and unapproachable, although in fact kind and nice. Also, their life is accompanied by extreme situations.

It is much easier and simpler for King Crows to live at an older age, when fatalism and pessimism leave their reality, they become lighter, more open to the outside world, childishly happy.

Of course, a person whose animal of power is the raven bird is suited to the Mercurian professionsrelated to information, words, numbers. They need it to be interesting, they are almost not interested in a career in itself. But often life leads them in elusive ways to the heights of the profession, luring them to interest and greater opportunities.

If this is your totem, always pay attention to your feelings and thoughts arising from the presence of crows in your life and in your dreams (cawing, flights, number of birds, feathers, etc.), learn to understand and use their signs. After all, for you it is a provider of relevant information.

What features does it have?

The totem is most active during the winter solstice.

It is believed that the bird appears always on time and where it is needed. It represents the connection between the worlds, gives a person a sign and directs him to the right path. It is necessary not to miss the sign. This can mean a significant change in life, for which you need to prepare morally. But fear not, the totem will invisibly guard and guide.

Especially suitable for people who want to develop their intuition, magical abilities, to explore the laws of nature and society.

In order to make the right decisions, you need to look beyond and beyond other people.
Worldly wisdom and a correct assessment of the circumstances - this, too, can teach the totem.
Appears in the form of a large blue-black bird with a wise eye and majesty in his movements.

What is the magical power?

Believed to be able to command time.. If you observe it in nature, it seems that it sits idly in one place for a long time, immersed in reflection. Against the background of fuss on the part of other birds, busy with constant prey, such detachment seems strange. But there is nothing strange. A raven commands time. It stretches out, allowing the bird to ponder for as long as it likes.

The advantages of this ability are: increased capacity for work, resistance to stress, absence of chronic fatigue. There is no need to get involved in the hustle and bustle around you for fear of missing out on something. There is enough time for everything. Tardiness is eliminated.

Magic extends to the ability to penetrate into the world of the dead and draw knowledge and wisdom from them. This knowledge can come in a dream or in dreams, as well as in the form of individual thoughts that emerged out of nowhere.

Gives a person the ability to arouse the confidence of others. Calmness, prudence, and wisdom are qualities trusted in any society.

Patronizes those who are interested in mysticism. New abilities and skills are discovered.

Communicating with the world of the dead.

It is from people with the totem of the raven that powerful mediums are obtained. Regardless of whether there is a desire to practice magic, and especially to communicate with the world of the dead, or not, the subtle world will be felt.

Depending on a person's level of magical development, a raven grants:

The ability to hear voices from the afterlife. They can be heard muffled, or on the contrary, very clearly. If voices ask for help or warn, it is by no means possible to ignore them. Otherwise, the spirits will begin to harass day and night crying or screaming.
Ability to see phantoms of dead people. A phantom is an energy trace of a person. It is not a spirit, it is not possible to get in contact with him, only to see. For example, if a person is dead, his phantom will appear at the place of death. This gift can help specialists, on whose shoulders falls the duty to determine where exactly this or that person was killed.
The ability to see the spirit of a deceased person with their own eyes. This is the highest gift, the gift of a full-fledged strong medium. It is not uncommon for the raven totem to be passed down from generation to generation along with this gift. This is how dynasties of mediums, people capable of contact with the dead, were formed.

To be under protection of a raven means to accept the possibility of contact with the world of the dead. Get rid of this gift can only be a complete rejection of everything that gives the totem from his power, tutelage and protection.

Vikings

In Viking mythology, raven symbols are strongly associated with Odin. The supreme god is accompanied by two prophetic and talking birds, Hugin and Munin. Every morning, they set out on a journey across the planet and the rest of the world, gathering information about what's going on. Odin's messengers cannot be seen by humans, Jotuns, or animals, but they themselves see and hear everything. In the evening they return to their lord and tell all that they have seen.

Images of Odin with one or two ravens on his shoulders have survived - for the Vikings, it is a symbol of wisdom, awareness and the dominion of the supreme god. The Ravens of Odin are mentioned in the Sagas, the Elder and Younger Eddas, and the Circle of the Earth.

There is an opinion that such a representation is connected with the practices of shamanism. During his astral journey, the shaman loses touch with the earthly world and soars above it. The Vikings believed that after such a flight, the soul might not return to the body.

Viking and Ravens

Ravens on Viking banners

Shield with Ravens

The Vikings loved to depict a raven on their banners, and the significance of this symbol was extremely high for them. There was a legend about the konung who won the battle if the banner was flying in the wind, and lost if there was no wind. Over time, he began to easily recognize signs in the behavior of the banner and attacked only when the weather was favorable. Later sagas attributed foresight to the konung.

More often than not, the ravens of Odin - a symbol of wisdom and victory - were painted on the banners of the Vikings. It was a message to their enemies that all their plans were known, and no amount of power would help them escape defeat. Their lands would be destroyed, and Odin's bird could feast on carrion. Also the Vikings, like the Slavs, believed that the souls of the dead are moved into ravens, and if you call such a soul by name, it will respond. With the acceptance of Christianity, the perception of the raven became more negative - it was associated with the souls of the dishonorably murdered or cursed people.

Why is the Swallow considered a harbinger of happiness?

Swallow is a symbol of spring, goodness, happiness, hope, rebirth, warmth at home, sunrise.

Swallow as an ancient symbol is considered one of the embodiments of Jesus Christ (in Christian symbolism turning to God with a prayer request likened to a swallow, who are always hungry and thirsty; a young swallow - a symbol of hunger for spiritual food).

The swallow is a messenger of goodness, happiness, a beginning (not always guaranteed: cf. The image of the "first swallow" and proverbs such as: "One swallow does not make spring"), hope, positive transition, rebirth, morning, spring, sunny howl, diligence, home comfort, paternal heritage.

The motif of the swallow, bringing spring (or day), is found in numerous vesnyankok, carols and related spring rituals, which are reflected in the art.

See also proverbs, proverbs, omens, symbolism: "Swallow (day) starts the spring (day), and the nightingale ends," "Who at the first swallow washed with milk, will be white"; "Early swallows - for a happy year"; "Highly flying swallows for a bucket.

The swallow, which comes from across the sea (cf. in the Russian riddle "Himself is small, but over the sea was"), associated with another world, with death, acts as a mediator between death and life, a distant, foreign sea and a close, his land.

Hence another circle of associations connected with it: a swallow flying in a window - to death; a swallow flying under a cow - to blood instead of milk, etc.

The Swallow has numerous examples, when the swallow acts as a symbol of danger, fragility and unreliability of life, happiness, comfort.

In Christianity, the swallow is an ancient symbol of resurrection, as returning with the arrival of spring, it brings a new life.

Omen

Ravens are known as ominous omens of death, as they are the ones who conduct the souls of people from the world of the living to the realm of the dead. Ravens have knowledge of the changes in life and death, as well as the cycles of life. So if you see a crow, it may be a warning or a spiritual blessing.

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