reviewing a wall calendar, you can make a small conclusion that the holidays of the year pretty much.They vary in their purpose, but are equally important in a certain category of people.In this article I want to talk about the summer solstice: what kind of a day, how to properly celebrate and what you need to remember.
What is it?
Before you know when the fall during the summer solstice, it is necessary to understand the concept.Thus, the term "solstice" already carries some information.However, until the end all will be able to understand not everyone.At the summer solstice, this heavenly body describes the greatest range in the northern hemisphere.It is said that this action leads to the fact that in this day interval between sunrise and sunset as large as possible.The important information is that in the Southern Hemisphere, everything happens exactly the opposite.
The date when the summer solstice?This issue is concerned and interested in quite a large number of people.So, it should be said that almost always is on 21 June.However, there is a certain nuance: since every four years a leap year occurs, these dates may shift slightly.So, when exactly the same day of the summer solstice (2014)?This year is on 21 June.But, for example, in 2012 he arrived on June 20 and it will happen in 2016.
Winter-Summer
Analyzing when the days of the summer solstice, and it is worth remembering that there are also days of the winter solstice.In this case, the day is the shortest (smallest temporal distance between the rising and setting of celestial body), and the Sun describes an arc of minimum radius.In winter it is 21 or 22 of December (when the day's smallest and longest night).It is easy to see why some people believe that it is June 22 summer solstice.It is not a day and night, that is,end of the day of the summer solstice.Both dates are correct by definition, sincethis action does not take place overnight.
What happens?
dealt in determining the dates and days of the summer solstice, it is to tell a little about what is happening on this day.So, the sun reaches its highest point, and it is believed that the summer comes.While this is not true.The light of heaven on this day reaches the middle of the path along the ecliptic (dots between autumn and spring equinoxes), so clever to say that this is the middle of summer rather than the beginning.Interesting would be the following fact: in these days of the Earth to the Sun is facing the North Pole, so the people of this region of light the whole day (midnight sun).This is possible because the higher latitude 66,5 ° The sun never sets, that is,not hiding behind the horizon.At this time, there is generally not possible to use lighting fixtures.However, over time these days is perceived quite seriously (especially a man not accustomed to such).South Pole at the same time going through the polar night (around the clock darkness), which is a phenomenon opposite to the above.
Spring and summer
After studying winter and summer solstice, is also to say also that there are also days of spring and autumn equinox.These dates are interesting because there day and night are equal in time with each other.Regarding dates: spring is going on March 20 in the fall - 22 or 23 of September.About
traditions
understand what 21 (22) June - the summer solstice, it is worth to mention the fact that the holiday was celebrated at all times (even apart from religious people).For example, in ancient clock that day called solstice or Solnovorotom.This ancient Russian name of modern day solstice, when the day meant a turn heavenly body in decline or profit.Interesting would be the fact that in the days of ancient Russia this holiday was celebrated as the birthday of the sun.
What is happening at this time?
It should be said that many people believed: in the days of the summer solstice the line between the earthly and the otherworldly.On this day, reality and dreams are mixed together to form a magical tandem.It has always been (and still this knowledge is not lost), that on the day before the summer solstice, the world is full of magic and great power.Therefore, at this time, all collected herbs, tried to purify both physically and mentally.It also considered that this time - when the sun is at its highest point - the moment of the greatest benefits not only for humans, but also for nature.This is a rise, rise, peak, which deals with all that exists on Earth.
Mystic
As it was already possible to see the summer solstice - the holiday rather than the body, namely, the human soul.At the same time it is also a day of fertility, the triumph of nature, abundance.As regards the people - this time of generosity, happiness, when you can feel the fullness of life.It should also consider the day and from a mystical point of view.It combines all the four elements - water, fire, earth and air.Spirits is responsible for this disaster, this time having fun and always happy around with people.That is why all the elements are involved in the various rites and rituals, which is held during the summer solstice.
About countries
It is said that the summer solstice (the year of 2014 or any other) is celebrated in many countries around the world.So, in times of ancient Russia at the time we celebrated the Day of St. John the Baptist, in Latvia it is Midsummer Day (one of the brightest holidays celebrated in the country), in Estonia it is Midsummer Day.In Poland, the holiday is called Sobotka, Belarus - Midsummer in Ukraine - Kupaylo.Although the names sometimes differ, but the essence of the festival remains the same.
What to do?
How best to celebrate the summer solstice?Of course, go on nature, closer to the water.Here already and the earth will be, and the air, the fire and should not be a problem, it will be enough of an ordinary fire.The important would be the following point: the main objective of the summer solstice - to teach people to enjoy life, everything around.But people who know say that in these days of all four elements without any problems, you can recharge perfectly, which is enough for a whole year.It is also believed that the night of the summer solstice is perfect for love.If a woman has a problem with fertility, the guy - the male power, only need a couple make love in nature, it does not hesitate to run naked on the morning dew.This will give not only sexual energy, but also will make it possible to conceive and bear healthy children love.
About
tradition is worth remembering that the magic is the day of the summer solstice.This is the day when the magic is so close to the people that it is no problem to use.So, what ancient rituals may be available today?
- rite of purification. For this you need to be a fire.To cleanse not only the body but also the soul, before the actual holiday should be a good swim.Everything else will take place at the time of the celebration.So, for the purification of the soul will need to jump over the fire.It was believed if a person fails, then the spirits to forgive him for his faults.If a person is burnt, a ward or fell into the fire, his sins are too heavy for so simply forgive them.Later, for the fun of young people started jumping in pairs.If during a jump man and woman does not have cut hands, no one Popek, pair to be together for many years.Another belief that the higher a person jumps over the fire, the more successful will be his year.The cleaning effect is in this day and water.Be sure to take a dip in the river to wash away all the ailments and diseases.At the same time, at least three times the need to dive into the water with his head.
- Rite protection. So, at this time it was necessary to collect the herbs.Thus all of them at the summer solstice gained tremendous healing power.And if you rip and outdo or put in the pocket of St. John's wort, the person for the whole year will be protected from evil spirits.
- fertility rites. It is said that during the celebration of the summer solstice was customary to kindle more fires.One of them will have a symbolic meaning.In his mid-set wheel on the pole, symbolizing the sun.And the brighter and better the wheel burn, the more harvest this year.
- rite searching a life partner. the summer solstice the girl must have been to weave wreaths (maiden symbols of beauty and purity) and keep them in the water.If wreath washed ashore, another year to go on the shelf.If some guy pulled out of the water wreath, be it with his mistress forever.
- Divination. this day also agreed to guess, t. E. To predict their lives.This is especially true of girls who tell fortunes on their loved ones, love and marriage.
- search of secret knowledge. And, of course, a well-known ritual - a fern flower search.I found him not only took on enormous wealth, but also the sacred world of knowledge.
Where to go?
As has been said above, this day is best to go on nature (even if not arranging lush festivities).However, the most appropriate place for this - Arch.The summer solstice there decided to celebrate, respecting all traditions.What will happen in this wonderful town of the Urals?
- Bathing in the river Big Karaganka (observance of the rite of purification, healing the body).
- Climbing Mount Penance.At this point, people ask for forgiveness for their sins from the Gods (God), their ancestors and spirits (all according to the faith of a person).
- Visit the mountains of love and desire.There, people are asked to send them love, strengthened feelings to your loved one, it is also the place where the accepted voice their wishes, asking the gods for their execution.
- Climbing Mount Mind.It is said that there is present a special power that enlightens man.
- Visiting Mount Seven Seals.It is believed that there is a person called to the so-called "third eye", which shows the way into the world of magic and otherworldly forces.
What else can provide visitors Arch?The summer solstice will take place there just unforgettable.After all, in addition to all the above visits, always a holiday tour organizers offer part in various ceremonies and rituals, which in itself is not only useful, but also very interesting.
simple conclusion
figure out exactly when the summer solstice (the number is - 21-22 June), is to say that no matter what faith a man may be, celebrate this day is still necessary.It is necessary to remember the cardinal rule: he who forgets or does not accept the knowledge of their forefathers, just doomed to disease, and various hardships and misfortunes.
