Day of the Guardian: the mystery of the Slavic goddess who protects our worldThe Slavic calendar is full of secrets. Among the many forgotten holidays, there is one that still lives in the memory of the people, although it is almost not celebrated officially. This is the Day of the Guardian — a holiday when our ancestors honored the great goddess-protector, the mother of all spirits and earthly riches. And today, after centuries, on July 15, we can touch this ancient tradition and learn what power it holds.Who is the GuardianIn the ancient Slavic mythology, the Guardian is one of the most mysterious and revered goddesses. Her name comes from the word “to protect”, and this defines her essence. She is a protector from evil, misfortune, diseases, and evil spirits. But not only. The Guardian is the mother of all living things, the patroness of the family, the hearth, the harvest, and fertility. She connects human destinies, helps to find love and maintain harmony in the family. It was believed that the Guardian gave birth to all living things on Earth, and her power permeates every corner of the world.In folk beliefs, the Guardian often appeared in the form of a white-stemmed birch — a sacred tree that was considered the embodiment of life, purity, and feminine wisdom. Sometimes she was depicted as a beautiful fair-haired woman with a kind face, who walked through meadows and fields, protecting all living things. In some legends, she appeared in the form of a mermaid, patronizing fishermen.When and how the Day of the Guardian was celebratedThe Day of the Guardian was celebrated annually on July 15 (by the old style — July 2). This holiday was one of the most significant in the Slavic summer calendar, as it fell in the middle of summer — the time when nature reaches its peak of prosperity, and the harvest needs special protection. It was on this day that our ancestors turned to the goddess with prayers for well-being, asking to preserve the harvest and protect the home ... Читать далее