It is believed that this tradition was introduced by the followers of Kabbalah, who believe that a red thread tied to the wrist protects a person from evil forces. It absorbs negative energy, thereby protecting its owner.
Which thread is suitable
Kabbalists used ropes that were previously prepared to perform a protective function. She was seized by the tomb of the progenitor of mankind - Rachel. It is believed that it is able to protect people from any evil. Then the thread should have been tied to a left wrist by a loving person. She tied seven knots. Over each of them prayers were read. In addition to protection from external evil, the thread served as a barrier to the negative of the internal. That is, a person was forbidden to think badly of others, to experience negative emotions. It turns out that the red thread tied to the wrist performed a double function. She protected the soul from attack from the outside and from her own aggression. In Russia, such a tradition also exists for a very long time. An ordinary woolen thread is used here . Our ancestors simply used the forces of nature without resorting to magic. For example, wool can affect blood flow if it affects the wrist.
Red thread - explanations of psychologists
Science did not stand aside from the study of popular beliefs. So, as to why the red thread is tied around the wrist, they say the following. Bright color distracts a person. If the "evil eye" is directed at you, then his attention will be distracted
on red. Thus, the impact of negative energy will be dispersed, it will not reach the goal. Red woolen thread on the wrist helps to normalize pressure, soothes a person. Yes, there is also such a fact as the mutual influence of traditions. A person with negative thoughts, like the owner of a red thread, knows that this is a talisman. He involuntarily beware of thinking badly of you, being afraid to get involved with magic symbols.
Which hand to wear
Kabbalists claim that the amulet should be tied to the left wrist. So it will protect the perceiving side of energy. If you need to reduce the level of aggressiveness of the person himself, then the red thread on the right wrist is located. This is the giving side. Having “covered” her with such a shield, they enclose the person himself from his evil thoughts and all those around him too.
How often to change threads
There are also certain discrepancies in this matter. In the East, it is believed that the red thread on the wrist should remain no more than seven days. Then you need to perform the ceremony again. In Russia, they are convinced that it cannot be removed. She must fray herself. I must say that the woolen thread will remain intact no more than one week. It turns out that you need to change it often. Keep in mind that only a loving person can create such a great shield for you. No magic will help if there is a breakdown in the relationship. Sincere love should become a talisman, a symbol of which a red thread flaunts on the wrist.
Should I be shy
Not everyone will agree to show their superstition to others, openly showing a wrist with a red thread. In vain. There is nothing wrong with this sweet tradition that pop stars regularly prove. So, the amulet was seen on the arm of Vera Brezhneva.