Fortunately, death in ordinary life is not so common. Therefore, not every person is aware of the nuances of traditions and signs associated with this sad event. For example, do you know why you can’t look at a funeral through a window? Have not heard of this yet? Let's analyze the origins of such a belief. And at the same time we’ll think about whether it is so dangerous, as they say.
Where did such a sign come from?
In fact, to find out why it is impossible to look at a funeral through a window is quite difficult.
Such a question is not raised in the literature, especially since it is considered a prejudice. And the sign came from those times when all printed (rewritten) texts were subject to church censorship. There is only mention that reverence should be shown for the funeral procession. This ritual is sacred, since it precedes the meeting of the soul with the Lord. Apparently, this is the main answer to the question "why you can not look at the funeral through the window." Such curiosity strongly resembles disrespect, neglect of the sacred duty of a believer, namely, a respectful attitude to the process of the soul leaving to another world. There are several more customs that have the same ideological basis. So, in the old days they recommended a person who met a funeral procession to forget about their affairs. It was necessary to walk with her at least a few meters. Even more, he was obliged to put his shoulder under the body that was carried on the churchyard. Otherwise, this poor fellow traveling "on the wrong" route, had to comprehend all the punishment of heaven.
And what will happen if you do not follow the custom?
Also an interesting question. Today, people do not trust signs as blindly as in the old days.
Just think, after all. Maybe there was nothing for anyone to do, so he invented it, people think. You explain for a start why it is impossible to look at a funeral through a window, from the point of view of physics or other strict science. Are the researchers concerned with such issues? They have enough other problems. But the stories and testimonies of those who disdain for folk wisdom are collected. This is sometimes of interest. So, it is believed that someone who looked at the funeral through the window will certainly get sick. They also say that for such
behavior a person can be punished by quarrels or scandals with loved ones. Less commonly mentioned are material losses. There is evidence of the appearance of “ghosts” in the apartment. To prove all this is quite difficult. After all, events, as it were, are not associated with random (or intentional) observation of the sad procession. However, people sincerely talk about what happened to them. There is a lot of evidence. Not all of them are the result of "propaganda."
Esoteric Explanations
There are other versions justifying the birth and vitality of this sign. They say that looking at the funeral from the window is not worth it due to the special energy impact of the sad procession on others. This is the very moment when "the gates to another world open." The funeral procession helps the soul of the deceased come to terms with the loss of earthly life, escorts, gives strength to move. And the one who saw her, but did not join, finds himself in the position, if not of a “captive,” then the enemy of a “common cause." Many misfortunes from the "transition" can fall upon this person. The only way to avoid this is to join the mourning of the mourners. They also say that glass currently works like a mirror. As you know, they should be hung so that the soul of the deceased is not frightened. If she is attracted by the eyes of a casual spectator, she will react to the window pane in exactly the same way as to a mirror surface. For this, the curious will be punished.
Is it worth believing the signs?
Perhaps almost everyone is faced with the need to answer such a question. It is clear that this is an individual matter. Nevertheless, it should be noted that you should not look at the deceased through the window, not because of superstitions. Such an act can indeed be regarded as tactlessness or excessive curiosity. And not the dead, who, in principle, do not care. And by living people who are in a state of mournful experiences. Agree, you yourself did not want to experience the coldness of curiosity at the time of loss and pain. I want to share this happiness with the whole world. And grief requires rigor and seclusion.
What to do if I saw a funeral through a window by accident?
When solving this difficult issue, it is recommended to proceed from the explanations of the occurrence of this sign. Surely the best behavior would be to immediately turn away. Also, join the procession mentally for a moment. Wish the dead "Kingdom of heaven." Thus, you will not incur punishment for misconduct. Yes, and purely human it should be done. There is nothing wrong with sympathy for the bereaved people, even when you absolutely do not know them. Grandmothers say you need to pray for a departed soul.
Other funeral omens
The funeral procession frightened people from ancient times. Nobody wants to become a member of it, all the more to be the “main character”. Therefore, many beliefs were associated with her. So, some are sure that meeting the funeral procession is unfortunately. It is forbidden to touch your body or face with your hands at such a meeting. It’s better to walk a few meters with the mourners. It’s very bad to cross the road to the funeral procession. Such an act shows particular disrespect for death. Its consequence can be both serious troubles and a serious ailment, the cause of which doctors can not find. It is advisable to carefully and reverently relate to the funeral process, so as not to rack your brains over the cause of troubles in your life.