In the fast-moving modern world, believers do not always find enough time to deal with all the subtleties of the Orthodox tradition. We go to the temple on weekends, pray at home, and what else do we know about the rules of conduct and special days? For example, you can explain: what is a conspiracy about? People, as a rule, recall that the term is associated with fasting. Let’s analyze everything in detail, learn what the “conspiracy” means, when it happens and how to spend this day.
Let's look at the dictionaries
Pundits specially for us have written a bunch of handbooks containing an interpretation of any term. According to the dictionary of D. N. Ushakov, the charm is the last day before the Orthodox post. The word consists of a root and a prefix. So it should be disassembled. "Saying" means "fasting," that is, to observe certain restrictions associated with eating. The prefix Za in our case speaks of the period preceding the one pointed to by the root. We put it together and get the day before fasting. In fact, it is perceived by believers as a kind of holiday. People are preparing spiritually and physically for the upcoming challenges. No need to think that fasting is something ordinary. By limiting themselves in food intake and entertainment, believers strengthen their spirit, correct past mistakes, gain the grace of the Lord. This is a serious test for a real person, because the skill during the post will be everywhere.
Why did you decide to highlight this day?
A conspiracy is a precursor to burdens. However, a believer is not afraid, on the contrary, he greets with all his heart. Fasting helps to prove to oneself that the soul is directed toward the Lord, which means it will gain the kingdom of heaven. In fact, believers with humility and gratitude commit themselves four times a year to limit their natural needs. There is nothing sad or negative about this. Fasting is a common tradition for nurturing the spirit. And one must meet him joyfully, without displeasure or despondency. Therefore, it is customary for the Orthodox to celebrate the conspiracy. This is the day when the hostess can shine with her talents, set the table and invite guests. Meat dishes are being prepared, which for the subsequent period, believers voluntarily refuse in the glory of the Lord. You can eat with pleasure, so to speak, in reserve. Alone is undesirable at such a festive feast - alcohol. This is bad from the spiritual point of view, and it’s harmful to the body. It is better to speculate with friends about the upcoming works, prepare for the post, remind each other of his strict rules.
What does “post-consummation” mean?
Let's approach our phraseological unit from the other side. A chant is the reception of joy before limitation. The Lord created everything on earth for his children. He does not force believers to refuse gifts. They themselves fast to show gratitude to the Lord, to show devotion to Him . This is not quite a lesson, as is often written about fasting. In fact, people take upon themselves the restrictions voluntarily, experiencing a different joy from the fact that they are able to be with the Lord constantly, regardless of external circumstances. The believer is more interested in the immortal soul, and not in the pleasures of the body. He proves this to himself and to the Lord by adhering to the strict rules of fasting, such a period that matters. The conspiracy still carries a different internal meaning in this regard. Let's analyze it in more detail.
Our relationship with the Lord
You and I decided that the world was created for all the inhabitants living in it. The Lord did this for us to give happiness to people. But, limiting ourselves, are we doing the right thing? Refusing gifts, do we offend the Creator? Of course, this is not so. The Lord teaches that the soul is more important than the body, and it is precisely its purity that must be taken care of first. For this, the world has been created. It has everything for gaining grace, that is, performing good, bright, good deeds. The fasting was a tribute to the Lord for the gifts. We enjoy food, fellowship, showing Him how much we value everything around. And the next day we take the test of limitation, continuing to thank the Creator. In a spiritual sense, everything happens logically, there is no abrupt transition from one state to another. The body feels differently.
About the devilish temptations
Sometimes people who do not quite understand Orthodox traditions think that the conspiracy is from unclean things. Indeed, on this day people enjoy food, rejoice that it is and is allowed. How is this different from the devilish temptation? In fact, everything is completely wrong, these are wrong thoughts. Temptation is the desire for what is contrary to conscience. For example, you watch TV during a post, and there they advertise a beautiful boiled pork. A person who has not eaten meat for a long time, wants to try a piece. But he made a commitment to fast! It turns out that his desire is contrary to conscience. Of course, you can secretly eat meat, no one will see. Only conscience will already be unclean. It turns out that this unstable person betrays himself, no one else. Compliance with the post no one controls, in any case, is not required. This is a voluntary commitment in the name of the glory of the Lord.
Some medical restrictions
When you understand what it means to be fasted for fasting in order to abide by traditions, do not forget about the needs of the body. It happens that people are too zealous for religion, trying to do everything exactly as it should. And of course, here you can overdo it. You shouldn’t throw everything in your mouth for a conspiracy. Remember that food should be digested and not “break” the stomach. When fasting, there is a rule: the sick and small do not join him because of a lack of strength for such a serious test. A chanting should also be carried out, remembering your body and its capabilities. After all, the essence of tradition is in the spiritual sphere, and not in the very enjoyment of products that we part with during fasting.
Some features of the tradition
Churched people give out two days a week: Wednesday and Friday, when it is advisable not to overload the body, eat less. If the conspiracy falls on such periods, it is celebrated ahead of time. For example, there is a day before the post on Wednesday, then it is better to postpone it to Tuesday. The rule is optional. Should they be guided, consult your conscience. Orthodox traditions are of great interest and respect in society. Someone believes that he can clear his conscience by performing all the rites. Others are sure that their implementation will be mandatory. All this is not entirely true. Traditions and rules were created by our ancestors. They have stood the test of time, survived various political systems, no godless people could deliver the people from them. And all because these traditions help the soul to strive for the Lord. Try yourself to follow the advice of the priest, thinking about gaining grace.