Even the ancient Slavs believed that the surrounding world is full of spirits and other entities that, in one way or another, interact with the world of people. Someone from invisible beings became a friend and assistant to man, and someone became a malicious foe. Centuries have passed since then, and life and people themselves have changed. However, in many of us, faith in spirits, that they influence our being, continues to live.
Hearth Keepers
So it is customary to call women, wives, who create a warm atmosphere in the house, prepare food, restore cleanliness and order, organize a cozy, organized life. However, initially this honorary title belonged to the brownies, the very spirits of the house, who settled in the huts with people. What is their role? To help the inhabitants of the home, to look after cattle, small children, to warn of danger, to protect the house and household from all evil spirits. Therefore, the very word "brownie" was formed from such words as "home" and "know." It turned out something like a “housekeeper”, but simply a “house-keeper”. However, this creature is not ready to become a friend and assistant just like that. It should be tamed. You ask how to appease a brownie? It is not very difficult, but some rules must be observed:
- Moving to a new place? Be sure to call homeowner with you. According to legends, he likes to travel in old shoes. So offer him a worn boot or boot. The owner (that’s what they often call a brownie) will curl up comfortably in it and arrive safely in a new home. Moreover, how to appease a brownie? Just say affably and loudly something like: “Master, father, go to my new house and go with me, be a brownie and take care of everything!”
- Remember the good old tradition of launching a cat first into a new apartment. Be sure to follow it, because this is also one of the ways how to appease a brownie. Firstly, the cat will cleanse the house of negative energy, helping our fabulous old man in this. Secondly, the brownie itself often turns into a cat (therefore, it is generally not recommended to offend this animal to anyone - there will be trouble!). So giving him the honor to be the first to cross the threshold of the house, you will show this creature great respect - he will be pleased, believe me! Now you know how to appease a brownie when moving.
- It is believed that this entity is a big sweetie and a lover of fresh milk, porridge, cookies and other rich pastries. Therefore, be sure to leave food somewhere in a secluded corner (and they also call it) food, invite it to taste. Do not change the place; let it be constantly the same. The next day, give food to birds or animals, but not to humans. And give homemade fresh. How to appease a brownie yet - treat him more often!
- Be sure to celebrate the birthday of the “breadwinner”. This is usually done on April 1 or February, the 7th, and also on the day of Ephraim the Syrian. Call him to take part in the meal. Tell me to sit next to you, you talk with your hand, etc.
- Establishing a life with Chur, remember a very important rule: he does not tolerate dirt and litter in all forms, be it dust, rubbish, unwashed dishes or screaming, swearing, squabbles, scandals. If the owners begin to behave inappropriately, the "grandfather" will very soon let them know. Things begin to disappear in the house, dishes for no reason beat, and someone invisible gives slammers and bumps to rowdy and slut. Therefore, do not rack your brains over lavishing a brownie - let respect, understanding and love reign in the family, it will be clean in the rooms, and let it smell like pies in the kitchen - and no Self-friend will be angry with you.
There are many more ways to make friends with a brownie, to tame it. The main thing is to be kind, live kindly, and your brownie will have the same character.