Nowadays quite a difficult time even a very strong and self-confident person is trying to enlist the support (albeit not entirely clear) magical powers.Amulets, according to experts, can be almost any object, but a strong and efficient is the only one that is associated with the history and energy of its people.One of the oldest Slavic amulets is the Axe of Perun - the god of thunder and lightning, who was able to defeat snake swallowed the light.Let us remember who is also the god of thunder in the pantheon of the gods of the Slavs and why his gun is considered one of the strongest magic amulets?
Son Svarog
beliefs in Slavic Perun - the god of storm clouds, thunder and lightning, a symbol of princely power, and princely patron of all soldiers.He was born Lada, the goddess of spring, marriage and love of Svarog, the god of fire.The name Perun is interpreted as a "smashing".He was known by different names in different tribes and peoples.At the western Slavs called it Provo, Belarus - Pyarun, and in Lithuania - Perkunas.In Scandinavian tradition of the god of thunder called Thor, Celtic - Tarinis.
Descriptions of the god of thunder from different nations are similar.He had a red beard, black hair with silver, similar in color to the storm cloud.Moves Perun, in the opinion of the Slavs in the sky on a horse or a chariot, harnessed it to the Ravens and white winged stallion.
Armed was the god of thunder, lightning thunderbolt, sword, spear, and the different maces and axes.The most powerful tool in his arsenal is considered Axe of Perun.Slavs were present in fragments of ancient stone tools, sincerely believed that it was the wreckage of spears and arrows, that the god of thunder and lightning dropped during battle.Such artifacts are highly valued by the Slavs, they attributed the healing and magical properties.
Other duties
addition to being patronized Perun combatants and soldiers, was the god of storms, thunder and lightning, he is responsible for managing the elements and control some aspects of human life.
In earlier times, people believed that the first spring storm was the god of lightning reveals the clouds to the ground spilled "the tears of the sky" - the rain.In addition, Perun following the execution of laws, and in case of violation could be punished by drought and famine.For the misbehavior of people and their evil deeds thunder could burn human dwellings.
Thus Perun, according to the beliefs of the Slavs, was:
- god of thunder, lightning and thunder;
- ruler following the execution of the laws;
- patron of all soldiers who defended their homeland, the land and the family;
- symbol of princely power.
In the second photo Axe of Perun with a modern edge.
How I worshiped?
such a God as Perun, on which depended the lives of people, the sanctuary were created in Kiev and Novgorod, which were established specially made idols.The body of the god of thunder had been cut from an oak, considered a symbol of his mustache and ears cast in gold, head - silver and legs - made of iron.He was holding a jeweled mace, resembling lightning.Before this image is constantly burning fire, which supports special priest.If for some reason the fire extinguished, the priest in charge of it was executed.
modern archaeologists found many shrines dedicated to Perun, which were created under the open sky.In the center was set the idol, the altar was placed in front of him in the form of iron rings for sacrifices.Around the image of Perun dug six or eight holes, which fueled the fires.
Terrible sacrifices God made quite often, but the biggest place on the eve of battle, natural disasters and civil unrest.The largest number of offerings accounted for Perun's Day, celebrated on July 20.
When they began making amulets?
According to data obtained as a result of archaeological excavations, amulet "Axe of Perun" started to produce in Kiev already in the X century.That there were found two axes specified period.
One of the findings was the ax is made of lead, which has suffered from a pattern of parallel lines, circles and zigzags.Weapons repeated the most ancient type of Russian ax with a wide blade and the inner recess.During the reign of the first princes of Kievan Rus, around the X century, Perun was the patron saint of soldiers and princely.In the name of God swore Prince Oleg, Svyatoslav and Igor with their retinues to conclude contracts with the Greeks.Starting from the XI century became a mass of bronze cast amulets in the form of Russian ax, which became popular in cities such as Suzdal, Drogichin, Novgorod and others.
Who helps?
Today Axe of Perun is considered a strong man's talisman.Usually they have given to the soldiers to enhancement of courage and valor, increase strength and attract good luck in military business.However, these archaeological excavations have shown that this amulet in the XI-XII centuries and was widely used by women who worshiped the God of Thunder and hoped for his protection and patronage.In addition, around the same time the value of its Axe of Perun some changes and used for magical protection against negative influences, such as the evil eye and spoilage, as well as to attract good luck in the implementation of our plans.
Usually this amulet made of silver or bronze of all sizes.To increase the body's defenses to this magical item applied special characters, symbols of the sun or lightning.Silver Axe of Perun - the symbol for the leader, the leader.It symbolizes the purity of intentions, the spiritual and physical strength.Furthermore, the guardian is able to protect its owner from negative influences and low thoughts.
magical effect
Sure, Axe of Perun - guardian warriors, who carries a military power.Those who fought for his people and the earth, it will protect in battle and will take a risk.
Today, this amulet can be used more widely: it can strengthen the tenacity and perseverance, determination and courage to people who are not related to the military sphere.
This Arcanum protects not only to its owner, but also his family.It was used in many different situations throughout life.So, to protect the house from evil spirits, ax thrust into the school building.To protect the newly-married couple at the wedding, so that no one harmed or cursed, around young delineated ax circle.In order to drive away from the house where a woman gives birth, the evil spirits, the threshold put this weapon.Horseless beat shop, where someone died, believing that thus "hooking" and banished Death.
