Maslenitsa is considered one of the most popular holidays.
During this period, it is customary to gather the whole family and bake delicious pancakes.
Has anyone thought about the signs and superstitions that exist regarding Maslenitsa?
The most popular ones are definitely worth examining in more detail, because they did not appear in the lives of our ancestors by chance.
Making flatbreads
Maslenitsa is traditionally associated with the preparation of delicious sunny flatbreads.
Superstitious people believe that the shape of the cakes can predict the future.
Round cakes foretell joyful events, while torn ones are a warning about possible difficulties.
Fortune telling on Maslenitsa treats
In many families, fortune telling using Maslenitsa treats is a tradition.
For example, someone who finds a handful of jam in their flatbread can expect sweet moments in life.
There are other options for fortune telling, but they should not be taken seriously.
Maslenitsa bonfire
Maslenitsa often ends with a Maslenitsa bonfire, symbolizing purification and renewal.
Superstitions associate the fire with the ability to drive away winter and bring warmth into the new season.
You can use an interesting technique: on Maslenitsa you can go outside with the whole family, light a fire and try to cook meat or another dish.
Farewell to winter
Our ancestors always tried to see out the winter so that spring and positive changes would come to life faster.
For this purpose, an effigy was made, which was then burned or sent floating down the river.
Of course, in modern realities many people do not observe this tradition, but it is definitely worth knowing about.
Earlier we explained why you shouldn’t keep cracked dishes in your home.
Expert: Julia Tychino
