Since ancient times in Russia there is a tradition that every man should be godparents.Nearly all religions there is the tradition.In paganism such a rite called betrothed.Child blessed his spiritual father and mother.And, in turn, promised to protect, to love.Blood relatives carefully selected those who may be godparents.
How to choose godparents who should become spiritual masters and go to the godson of life, follow his destiny and moral support?With a request to become a mentor child's real mother and father turn to his closest friends and relatives, the people who believe and have confidence.
Who can be godparents?
In ancient times, when only Christianity was born, it was believed that to be baptized is necessary when the person can make the choice himself.And it will be to understand the Christian commandments.Around the 4th century began to baptize infants.Duties of godparents - education of the child, to help him.Relationships between families continues throughout life, the cross becomes a spiritual mentor, helping to understand the issues of religion, moral support and help the child.Was there a close connection, a special kind of kinship and friendship.The Christian religion considers godparents and godchild blood relatives.Godfathers had the right to marry, as marriage was impossible between godparents and godchild.Husband and wife can not be teachers of the child.Love or intimate relationship between godparents considered incest.Godparents are required to carry the same responsibility to his godson, as well as to their children.Mentors must be Orthodox Christians and believers.You can not select its new family of mercantile calculation - it is a sin.According to church tradition, the death of parents, guardians, child become godparents.Trustee girl becomes the "second" mother, guardian, boy - "second" dad.So think carefully about who can become godparents.
At baptism present parents and godfathers.They pray for the child, promises to take care of it, nurture in the Christian faith.At the baptism of the baby is given a Christian name.There is a spiritual connection between godson and godparents.From that moment the child begins the spiritual mentors who are required to maintain it not only morally but also financially.And who can be godparents, but people who love this kid?
If you are asked to become godparents, you have a responsibility to treat this proposal.This church tradition turned into a pretentious celebration, after which the mentor kid forget about their responsibilities and promises.Do not allow this!Whatever happens in the relationship of parents and godparents kid, the last should always exercise care and participation in the life of a child.Who can be godparents?It is to choose your mother and father offspring.
