How to spend the summer solstice day

Lita, or summer solsticeOld Slavic holiday, which in 2019 falls on June 21. Today is the longest day of the year and the shortest night. And although summer is in full swing, the wheel of the year turns towards winter.





Summer solstice – 2019 In ancient Celts, this day was called the day of the fixed solar cross. The Slavs - Lita, Kupala, Suncres, Yarilin Day, Feast of Dew, Spirits Day. But with the establishment of Christianity, the holiday was forgotten and combined with Christmas of the Baptist of the Lord John.

The ceremonies that were performed on the solstice day are very similar to what happens during the famous holiday of Ivan Kupala. But this is not entirely correct, because from an astrological point of view, June 21 is energetically stronger than July 7.



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Astrologers say that from today to June 23, it is time to make wishes and plan for the future. Solar energy reaches its peak, and with it all magical rites and rituals are most effective. The thoughts you spend today will materialize in the future.

“The sun and Mercury will be in the sign of Cancer, a sign of home, family, comfort and care. Venus will be in Leo, and the Moon in Libra, so on this day it is recommended to direct energy to partnerships, to strengthen family traditions, to introduce creativity into everyday life, astrologer Emma Litvinova advises.

The summer solstice is favorable fire-sign. For earth and water signs, the day is rather neutral. All representatives of the air element should be careful.



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These sunny days are the best time to make plans, to rebuild your whole life. Positive thoughts and the right attitude can greatly affect your future.

Our ancestors believed that the energy power of the solstice is associated with the unification of the elements: fire, water, air and earth. Therefore rites performed on June 21They can change a person’s destiny.

The simplest and most accessible ritual, which is known to all the fair sex, is the weaving of wreaths. After all, a wreath is not just a bouquet of wild flowers. It is a symbol of the sun and the cycle of earthly life.





DepositPhotos To Conduct ritualismIt doesn't take much time and expense. You'll only need flowers. Ideally, if you can collect them yourself outside the city. The place for the ritual should be sunny, best on the street.

Squat down, light a candle if possible. When weaving, focus your thoughts on what you want, on your personal relationships, on the changes you expect. When the wreath is ready, all your thoughts will be held together by a special force.



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Bring a wreath to the sun and say, “Sunshine, help me in my work and fulfill my dream, illuminate it with a bright light and warm it with your ray.” Then take the wreath to the river and release it into the water with a request to the higher forces to give you what you want.

If it's your plan welfareUntil June 23, give sweets to all you can, give alms. In order for men to succeed, these days it is vital to pamper their women and children!



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Folk signs on the summer solstice
  1. All the water collected on the morning of June 21 is considered healing. Water was collected from wells and springs, washed with it on the same day and drank.
  2. To prevent evil spirits from entering the house, it is necessary to put or stick a prickly or burning plant under the threshold - nettle, rosehip branches, raspberries.
  3. A plentiful dew in the morning promises a rich harvest. If you collect dew, it can cure seriously ill children.
  4. In order for the disease to recede, mothers burned old shirts of sick children on the day of the solstice.
  5. Those who have a birthday on the summer solstice have magical powers and can heal people.
  6. Climb over 12 fences - a wish will come true within a year.
  7. If you collect St. John's wort today and hang it over the door, evil spirits can't enter your house.






DepositPhotos Lita is a magical time. The night may be short and cold, but today it is filled with the magic and power of the earth more than on other holidays. This is a great day to change fate, communicate with spirits and ancestors. It may sound pagan to some, but I think it's a great way to reconnect with nature, to feel part of the great universe.

In the period from June 21 to June 23, do not forget to remember with a kind word the departed loved ones. Ask for their support. The summer solstice is a period when the power of the kind can be addressed without special rituals.



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Summer Solstice 2019 Very powerful. Try today or at least until June 23 to get out of town. Make a fire, walk barefoot on the ground, get closer to the ground. How about that? At the same time, you will see if your wish comes true.

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