Walpurgis Night - a mystical celebration, dating back to pre-Christian traditions, the night from April 30 to May 1, the day before the commemoration of the holy Walpurga.
in medieval representations, at the time when the Walpurgis Night falls on the ground, witches, witches and other evil spirits gain unprecedented power.Also still among fans of witchcraft is now considered the most favorable for all kinds of magical rituals.
Walpurgis Night in the cultures of different peoples
surprising that in different cultures the night between April and May was considered magical.The Celts celebrated at this time of its spring festival Beltane, in Germany, Austria and other countries, it was decided to drive around the maypole dances, symbolizing the world axis.This ceremony is dedicated to the restoration of order and harmony, as well as the awakening of the forces of fertile land.
pagan holiday of the Slavs have much in common with the ancient rituals that were held throughout Europe.According to legends of our ancestors, the night between April and May - a time when the fading boundary between the human world (Reality) and the lower world (Nav), can come from evil entity unless there is a true protection.Only the name of the Slavic holiday was ZHIVA day instead of Walpurgis Night.It is believed that it was dedicated to the goddess of fertility Givet.At that time, held ceremonies to purify houses from evil spirits, and of course, a rich harvest.
Slavs believed that dead ancestors are always nearby and ready to give advice and share their power with living.That was the cult of Rod, the basis of the beliefs of the Slavs.
April 30 when finally retreating cold, Slavs honored ancestors, visited the grave, leaving them gifts.Like most holidays, the eve of the day ZHIVA was inextricably linked with the worship of force kind.
Muslims that night celebrate completion of fate.At sunrise, they pray and ask for a higher power to fulfill their fondest wish.
Many works of art Walpurgis Night is associated with the advent of the world forces of evil that seek to harm people.However, since ancient times in many cultures, this holiday was one of the four major events of the year, when the time of purification and rebirth.In nature, there is a turn from spring to summer, and the man who lives according to the natural laws, can use the power of the period for exemption from contamination.
herbs and plants that night, according to legends, filled with healing power that was used healers.In many villages burned in the fires, which destroyed effigies of witches, evil personified.People were jumping over the fire to go through purification and gain new strength.
Now Europe Walpurgis Night is celebrated every year.This festival is always held noisy and fun.Numerous explode firecrackers, the sound of which is intended to drive away evil spirits, fueled by huge bonfires, old traditional games are held.
Christians for centuries considered the night time, the forces of evil to protect themselves from which people can only fire and a prayer.Gentile was Walpurgis Night festival of fertility, rebirth and new life.
One thing is certain - the time between April and May does have an unusual power.People who want to live in harmony with the world, at this time can benefit from the revival of natural forces.On this day you can escape from the usual hustle and be alone, to listen to ourselves and to better understand how to build a future life.Even simple nature walks in the woods can add vitality and joie de vivre.And in the night you can make a heart's desire, it is sure to be fulfilled.
