Slavic amulets rings

Since ancient times, rings have been treated as objects with special properties. Many traditions, signs, superstitions and rituals are associated with them. Slavic peoples inflicted various symbols on them, turning ordinary jewelry into powerful amulets. Rings in the Slavic style are relevant in the modern world.

In ancient times, people believed that the fingertips are conductors of magical energy. If you hold your hands through the air in a certain order or conditionally outline certain symbols, you can create an energy or protective field. The rings on the fingers can repeatedly enhance the power of such rituals.

Rings were worn as charms. They were decided to inherit. The older the jewelry was, the stronger its magical properties. When the jewel passed through many generations, the memory of its first owner was erased. The descendants created various legends, according to which their family jewel had an unearthly creation.

The amulet acquired its magical properties only when created with its own hands. If you couldn’t make the jewelry yourself, then it was made to order from talented craftsmen. But then the product had to go through a series of rituals to provide favorable magical energy. For this, various conspiracies and prayers were uttered.

Since ancient times, in various cultures, rings have been an indicator of human status. The rich and influential representatives of the genus had massive rings with precious stones on their fingers.Princes and the highest nobility wore rings with family emblems. They served as the seals that held together the most important treaties.

The magical property of the ring was determined depending on which symbol was depicted on it.

The Phoenix bird is a mythological character that can burn to the ground and be reborn again. Accordingly, his image symbolizes rebirth and a new better life. A charm with a Phoenix bird brings good luck and self-confidence.

The guard ring The Tree of Life protects against ailments and poverty. Rings with this symbol are complemented by the image of two cornucopia. The product provides its owner with health and material well-being for many years. The tree of life is also able to protect against evil magic and the spell of sorcerers.

On Kolovrat amulets, the movement of the heavenly body is symbolically depicted. A man with a Kolovrat ring falls under the protection of Svarog, Khors and Dazhdbog. The owner of the ring is endowed with the power that allows him to withstand life's difficulties. The energy of this symbol is capable of developing courage and creative thinking.

Kolovrat rings can be complemented by a symbol of longevity - the Serpentine. Such rings are decorated in the center with a green stone, enhancing the protective properties of the jewelry. Kolovrat-Coil gives good health and remarkable strength. They protect wealth, bring success.

Lions with wings and an eagle's head - Griffins - protectors and guardians of wealth. The image of these creatures on the rings brings well-being to the house. This amulet is able not only to store money, but also to increase it.

The image on the amulets of the warrior of the Valkyrie allows achieving success in business. The amulet brings wealth, protects it from theft and fraud. In order to increase the magical properties of the ring, the runes of wealth are applied to it - Fehu.

In ancient Slavic mythology, Veles is the patron saint of agriculture. Its symbolism on the rings brings luck, wealth, gives its owner wisdom and devotes to the secrets of life. The totem animals of Veles were considered a bull, a wolf and a bear. Rings with images of these animals develop mental abilities, improve intuition, which allows you to protect yourself from fraud scams.

Our ancestors respected agricultural products, because only it gave them life. Images of bread and ears have always occupied a special place in folk symbolism. The amulet with the image of the sprouted grain is called the Life Force. This is a very powerful amulet that can give everything you need - health, well-being and prosperity. Healers liked to wear such rings, since the product increased their strength.

If you need to direct a person to the correct lifestyle, then the ring-amulet Svarozhich is perfect for him. A ring with the symbols of a fiery deity is able to get rid of addictions and help to correctly make vital decisions. The amulet gives its owner the power of will, does not allow it to stoop to alcoholism and drug addiction.

According to legend, the color of fern destroys any dark spell. It is symbolically depicted in the form of an eight-pointed swastika. Such a ring makes its owner invulnerable to evil influence. Fern flower is also able to cope with ailments or alleviate the course of especially serious diseases.

Unconditional success brings ring Agrimony. It helps luck “cling” to a person, like thorns of a burdock. This plant is able to survive even in the most adverse weather conditions. Accordingly, his symbol gives life energy to someone who puts such a ring on his finger.

In most cases, amulets were not divided into male and female.However, the fair sex as a continuer of the clan needed their personal talismans. For the manufacture of rings with Slavic symbols, no specific equipment was designated. An amulet could be a twisted, plate or wicker ring.

One of these female charms is the symbol of Alive - the goddess of life and fertility. It gives warmth, harmony, eliminates bad thoughts, relieves stress. For a woman, there is nothing better than an amulet that gives life energy.

Another symbol designed exclusively for women's rings is the star of Lada, the goddess of spring and plowing, the patroness of lovers and marriage. Such a decoration helps to cope with anger, make a wise decision, find harmony and balance. For unmarried girls, it will help to find a worthy betrothed.

The central figure in ancient Slavic mythology among female patrons is Makosh. Her symbol on the amulets helps women keep the family hearth. The ring brings joy, reveals talents and develops intuition.

The traditional decoration of the ancient Slavic women were temporal rings. They were attached to the headdress on both sides, hanging from the temples, which is why they got this name. They were a powerful talisman for young Slavs who were to continue the clan. Young beauties needed additional protection in order to protect themselves from the evil eye and the negative influence of envious rivals.

Temporal rings were worn by all women from small to large. However, for children they had an exclusively decorative meaning.

Not only symbols were endowed with magical properties, but also the material from which the ring-amulet was made. Along with gold and silver, jewelry was made of copper and aluminum.

For the ancient Slavs, silver possessed peaceful protective properties. Rings from this material were protected from dark spells and evil eye. It was believed that the silver jewelry darkens due to the fact that it absorbs bad energy. Ancestors dipped such amulets in spring water to cleanse themselves from evil influence.

The magical characteristics of gold are more belligerent. This metal attracts energy and transfers it to its owner. Do-it-yourself gold jewelry possessed special features. Such amulets are able to endow with strength, wisdom and courage.

Products were supplemented with various stones, which added or enhanced protective properties.

• Agate granted longevity to the owner of the ring, since it is a stone of vital energy.
• Topaz is able to heal mental wounds, give fidelity, peace and balance.
• Aquamarine - a mineral of a surprisingly beautiful shade of the sea wave, is the guardian of the family hearth.
• Carnelian brings happiness, maintains good spirits and good mood.
• Pearls endow their owner with good health and give them long life. It was a favorite stone of princes and boyars.
• Emerald was more often used in women's jewelry. Symbolized chastity and love. It was believed that this green mineral drives away melancholy, protects the newlyweds from family troubles.