What you shouldn't do on Christmas: folk signs and superstitions

05.01.2024 18:02
Updated: 12.05.2024 23:42

Christmas is a time of magic and warmth.

Many people know that they should prepare for this holiday responsibly.

Has anyone thought about what prohibitions exist?

So it's worth remembering 6 things you shouldn't do at Christmas.

Taking down the Christmas tree

According to popular belief, removing the fir tree before January 7 is considered disrespectful to Christmas and its symbolism.

Christmas trees
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May the tree remain until the end of the festive season, bringing joy and light to your home.

Leaving the house at midnight

Superstitions say that leaving the house at midnight on Christmas can bring bad luck.

During this period, it is better to be close to your loved ones in order to achieve harmony and understanding.

Light candles in advance

Lighting candles early, especially at Christmas dinner, may be considered a violation of the sacrament.

According to folk belief, candles should be lit only in the evening to create an atmosphere of magic and respect for the special moment.

You can't give watches as gifts

Giving a watch for Christmas is considered unlucky according to popular belief, as watches can be associated with counting time and a harbinger of separation.

And if you really want to give such a gift, you can ask for a symbolic amount for it, but it is better to do this the next day.

Open gifts in advance

It is recommended to open gifts on Christmas only in the morning of the next day.

It is believed that if you open them before morning, you can attract minor troubles and misfortunes into your life.

You can't let strangers into your house at midnight

Superstitions warn against letting strangers into your home at midnight on Christmas Day.

This moment is considered special, and only close and dear ones should be in the house.

And if you let someone into your home during this period, a series of failures may occur in your life.

Earlier we told you how to prepare for Christmas celebrations .

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Content
  1. Taking down the Christmas tree
  2. Leaving the house at midnight
  3. Light candles in advance
  4. You can't give watches as gifts
  5. Open gifts in advance
  6. You can't let strangers into your house at midnight