ancient name Barbara is quite common in Russian folklore.This character tales of barbarian beauty long braid, and curious sayings of Varvara left without a nose on a market day, and Barbara of people signs pointing to a hard frost, etc., etc., etc..And where did it in Russia and the famous?
What's in a name my?
Secret of name Barbara is really interesting, because different sources point to its different origins.On the one hand, it is believed that it comes from the word "barbarian" - the so-called Slavic foreigners speaking barbarous - they did not understand - the language.This is similar to the Greek "Barbaros" having the same meaning.That it came from Byzantium to Russia and stuck here.The Old Russian language there is the expression of a similar meaning: "gibberish", "Tarabarov", "balabolit."All of them refer to "talk is not clear, it is unclear".Hence the "barbarians" - "alien, non-native, savage, inozemka."
But there is another meaning of the name Barbara, and the interpretation of its origin.It is believed that it dates back to the ancient Aryan roots Slavonic, the echoes of which are still alive in the modern Russian language.The "barbarians" are two identical root - Var.And they have long and successfully live in words like "cooking", "brew", etc.And more: the ancient Aryan settlement was surrounded by a wooden fence - "vars".And for them, "cooking" meant not cook anything, but to build the defenses.And the "barbarian" - a building with a double degree of protection.Consequently, the value of the name Barbara - "protects twice" or "protecting a double."
little history
names associated with many interesting stories.There it is, and our name.So I called one of the most revered Christian martyrs Saint Barbara from Phoenicia.Nothing, in fact, did not know about Christianity, it is under the illumination of the Holy Spirit penetrated deep faith in Christ and God's providence, for which he underwent a terrible torments at the hands of his father also.Her short life of faith was accompanied by numerous miracles and revelations, by which in the city of Heliopolis and its surroundings in Phoenicia popularized Christianity.Thus, characterization of the name Barbara intersects with its value - a true defender of the faith.
widely known another deeply revered woman with the same name - Barbara Comnena, daughter of the Byzantine Tsar Alexei, who arrived to Russia for the conclusion of the public interest in marriage with Prince Michael II of Kiev.That she had brought from Constantinople to Rus relics of St. Barbara, which was mentioned above.It happened in the 12th century, but to this day it is the gift in Kiev.
However, history is replete with famous women named Barbara or Barbara - European variant: Barbara Panina, the owner of a unique voice, who sang wonderful gypsy songs;Barbara Brylska, so beloved in Poland and Russian actress;famous Barbra Streisand, whose hit "Woman in Love" sounds so exciting sincerely ... And the list can go on for a long time ...
talk about the nature of
value named Varvara quite fully realized in her character.As a child, it is considered papa daughter, becauseShe adores her father and like him and externally, and many habits, some of which she took over inherited, while others deliberately copied.She often smiles - well and carefree laughs sincerely and contagious damn charming and knows how to win the hearts of not only the native people, but also strangers.
Almost all Barbarian born pronounced sense of beauty, style and taste.They are thin nature, impressionable, nervous, with a complex mental organization.Because, probably, of Varenek out such talented artists - a singer, actress, musician.
In its own way they are strong-willed, strong nature, especially when it comes to their beliefs and ideals.Here they can act to harm himself, if only to defend the truth - real or imagined.Here he is, fighting spirit, here it is, the value of the name of Barbara!
Barbara love to care for them.Moreover, they need to be nurtured and protected - they themselves are, alas, do not always know how to fend for themselves, and are particularly emphatically.But they are reasonable, serious, they can rely on completely.
Barbara industrious and economically, but without fanaticism.But if fascinated by something - certainly will bring to the end, whether it's knitting tablecloth or attempts to conquer the mountain top.
Family Matters
Barbara - ladies patient.Therefore, if something is in a relationship with his half they have not built up, their lack of tact and wisdom to try to build a family home.By nature they are a homebody, come out a little, get married late.Sincefather remains for them into adulthood almost ideal, men are unconsciously looking for similar items.And the relationship to his want of the same, with the elements of his father's care and custody.In some ways, the end of life they are little girls.
