Homeless animals. Saints - patrons of animals
We know enough about our characteristics in accordance with zodiac sign birthday, but few people know that the week of your birth can also have meaning and significance. In addition, each week of the month has its own patron animal, able to tell you about your traits and teach you some vital lessons.
● Week #1: 1 to 7
For those born from the 1st to the 7th day of the month, the patron animal is the Strong Bear. You are characterized by sharp drops and rises in energy. Most often, during the winter season you almost fall into hibernation and become completely lethargic and inactive, but in the summer months your energy is in full swing.
Bear lessons for you:
1. Strengthen your skills and develop self-confidence.
2. You should learn to face all problems and fight them.
3. You are a person with the gift of healing. Use it for yourself and others.
4. Do not be afraid of stressful situations and look for inner peace and harmony.
● Week #2: 8 to 14
Your animal is the Graceful Horse. You are characterized by energy, enthusiasm and incredible vitality, and motivation and drive are like a fire that never goes out. Such a worldview does not let you lose heart even in the most difficult periods of life.
Horse lessons for you:
1. Learn to find the right balance of instinct and logic.
2. Do not take obstacles in a rush, but try to be more flexible.
3. Take control of your powerful emotions and curb insatiable desires.
● Week #3: 15 to 21
Your animal is the Soaring Hawk. You have a powerful intuition and a special sharpness of vision. Nothing, even the smallest thing, can escape your field of vision! However, you prefer to take your time to see the whole picture from the side, rather than act hastily, making mistakes.
Hawk lessons for you:
1. Work on your relationship with the spirit world.
2. Although your vision is perfect, you should focus on the really important things.
3. Forget about doubts and hesitation when it comes to action. Listen to your inner voice.
● Week #4: 22 to 30(31)
Your patron animal is the Insightful Deer. You are very receptive, empathetic and sensitive. You know how to skillfully overcome all obstacles in your path, gracefully jumping over them. You invariably trust your intuition to avoid and avoid all dangerous situations.
Deer lessons for you:
1. Don't take your softness and flexibility as a weakness. Develop these qualities and they will give you strength.
2. Genuinely care about the people around you.
3. You are too susceptible and vulnerable, and you need more time to heal mental wounds. Stock up on patience.
The energy connection between people and animals was noticed in antiquity. Each Sign of the Zodiac is patronized by a totem animal that helps a person in life and brings good luck.
In pre-Christian times, our ancestors worshiped totem animals. Depending on the time of birth, a person acquired a patron animal, to which he turned his requests and desires. It was believed that a totem animal accompanies a person throughout life path, protects from troubles and helps to realize their abilities. The Slavs made amulets with the image of their patron from the world of animals. Such a talisman attracted good luck to the owner.
The totem animal of a person is determined by the location of the Sun in one of the constellations at the time of his birth. Accordingly, each Zodiac Sign has its own patron animal.
Those born under the sign Aries, the bull patronizes - a powerful and wise animal. It has tremendous strength and no less large-scale stubbornness and irascibility. Perfectly reflects the impulsive nature of Aries.
totem animal Taurus- a bear, a wise owner of the forest. In ancient times, the bear was revered as one of the most important animals, the keeper of the family hearth and the protector of the home. The bear rarely attacks on its own, but if angered, it will show its great power. A similar line of behavior is characteristic of Taurus.
Gemini corresponds to the field mouse. The mouse has always symbolized material wealth and family values. Unlike many animals, voles live in pairs and remain faithful to each other throughout their lives.
For representatives of the sign Cancer the totem animal is the beaver. Beavers are calm, hardworking and able to adapt to almost any environment. This animal enhances the positive aspects in the character of Cancers.
Lions, of course, corresponds to the lion. Few other animals can compete with the king of beasts. Leo is peaceful, full of dignity, restrained and prudent. Representatives of the zodiac Leo are also endowed with charm and the ability to calculate their actions.
Virgins dog patronizes. The dog is a devoted friend and protector. She protects the house from the intrusion of strangers and feels the emotions of a person. Such a totem animal is very suitable for Virgos, who are distinguished by empathy and constancy.
Totem of representatives of the sign Scales- a bee. Bees are hardworking, active, intelligent animals, organized in society. Strong in their unity. This is also typical for Libra, who show their considerable abilities when they feel the support of the people around them.
patron animal scorpions- cat. The cat family is characterized by mystery, independence, a tendency to independently choose its owner. Such external emotional restraint, thoughtfulness and closeness are characteristic of Scorpions.
Sagittarius corresponds to the elk - one of the most respected by our ancestors totem animals. The elk embodies strength, wisdom and power over circumstances. He gives family happiness and is the patron of motherhood. It was believed that seeing the Elk from afar was a lucky sign.
totem animal Aquarius- horse. The horse at all times was considered an indispensable assistant and friend. There has always been a special connection between this animal and man. Aquarians are also able to have a beneficial effect on others and provide assistance at the right moment.
Capricorn patronage is provided by the antelope - a graceful, swift and energetic animal. They do not live alone, they are very shy. Capricorns are also distinguished by increased activity and realize themselves in society.
Pisces snail patronizes. The snail has a high degree of survival and adapts to almost all conditions. In addition, it is believed that snails carry the energy of calmness and friendliness - and indeed, these are the most harmless animals. Such energy is shared with others by representatives of the Pisces sign.
The patron animal accompanies you at every stage of life. A charm with the image of a totem animal will protect you from adversity and bring prosperity. We wish you success and don't forget to press the buttons and
07.10.2015 01:10
Each person is unique, however, under which star he was born, many character traits depend. ...
I have never liked cats, dogs and other living creatures that people are used to keeping in apartments or houses. And there was no question of taking a homeless animal into the house. Just as I didn’t understand those who simply kicked their pets out of the house, I didn’t look for excuses for them, you can just not get an animal, so that later, from a family member, you don’t turn it into a homeless, useless and hungry ragamuffin. But one day it turned out that a cat appeared in our house, which I could not help but fall in love with.
We live in a small town where any news spreads at the speed of light. And now, closer to spring, it was reported on the radio that a mouse fever had appeared in a neighboring town, as you know, it is carried by mice. And our apartment is on the ground floor and I was scared for my children. Before I had time to think that it would be nice to take a cat home, a homeless animal came under our windows,. At first we just fed her, but she began to treat us like her family. She met me from work, and the children from school and at the meeting affectionately rumbled. Taking a closer look at her, it became clear that she was not only kind and affectionate, but also beautiful. Having launched her into the house, the question naturally arose of how to call this creation of nature, one of the children came up with the idea of calling her Fifty for her majestic posture.
Many people have heard that someone was born in the year of the Snake, Rooster, Monkey or, for example, in the year of the Ox. In the Eastern calendar, the element is of particular importance, since it also determines the character.
Eastern philosophy, as we know it now, has been building up for many thousands of years. In China and many other East Asian countries, it is believed that every person has a patron animal and a patron element. There are only 12 animals, and five elements. This suggests that most people have different patrons, which explains the variety of characters and types of temperament.
How to know your element and animal?
To find out which animal is your patron, just pay attention to the diagram below. In accordance with it, you can easily determine your Sign by Eastern calendar.
It is the elements that are of particular importance for the analysis of a person's character. There are five of them: fire, metal, water, wood, earth. Each element rules the Earth for two years.
"Metal" is the element of every zero and first year: 1900-1901, 1910-1911, …, 1990-1991, 2000-2001, 2010-2011.
"Water" rules the world in every second and third year in a decade: 1902-1903, 1912-1913, 1922-1923, …, 2002-2003, 2012-2013.
"Wooden" years of birth: 1904-1905, 1914-1915, 1924-1925 and so on. Every fourth and fifth year is Wood, that is, if you were born, for example, in 1984 or 85, then you, respectively, are either a Blue Wood Rat or a Blue Wood Ox. The color of each element is always the same and constant.
"Fiery" years of birth: 1906-1907, 1926-1927, 1936-1937, 1946-1947 and so on, that is, every sixth and seventh year in the decade is Fiery.
"Earth" departs the eighth and ninth years: 1908-1909, 1918-1919, 1928-1929, ..., 1988-1989, 1998-1999, 2008-2009 and so on.
Element in eastern horoscope is important, because it is it that determines our character and, in many respects, even our destiny.
The animal is rather a talisman, although it is of great importance. For each element, there is a certain set of the most “suitable” characteristics that it is important to know about in order to correctly analyze people or effectively plan for yourself. It is on this that the eastern calendar as a whole relies, for its purpose is to describe a person’s capabilities, and not limitations. The Eastern peoples have a special zeal for introspection, so the study of the elements is especially scrupulous. Many people in these countries build their lives on the basis of the Eastern calendar and its postulates.
Elemental characteristics
Each element is unique. Do not underestimate the characteristics and capabilities of your element, as any of them has strengths, which will help to reveal your talents and overcome weaknesses.
Fire. The name itself speaks for itself. These people are like an open flame - they burn, hurting, or, conversely, gently and gently warm with their warmth. Inside these people lives a storm of emotions that can break out at any moment. They are incredibly quick-tempered - by the type of temperament they are typical choleric. "Fiery" people can achieve excellent results in any of the areas of life, but they need faith in themselves more than anyone else. Without it, it will be difficult for them to love and look for a soul mate. In love, they understand better than anyone. They are caring, but can cause pain and suffering with their actions. It is better to forgive them right away, because they will never do something to spite you. For timely understanding, they will love you even more. That is why Fire always goes well with Earth. Wisdom is always needed by unbridled emotions and the desire to move forward. These people are beautiful, smart, determined. This gives them power over the opposite sex and good luck in business, love, work.
The best animals for Fire are the Rat, Dragon and Monkey, as they are "open" Signs. Strong-willed Signs also go well with Fire: Dog, Horse and Tiger. The color of fire is red. Eastern sages advise using this color for protection, which is almost absent from Fire as such. Excessive aggressiveness is your worst enemy if you were born under the auspices of Fire. Learn self-control and endurance, which will help you maintain good luck and rationally spend energy and time.
Earth. "Earthly" people are wise beyond their years. They are very careful, prudent and logical. For this they are often called bores, but the last to laugh, as a rule, are those who were born under the auspices of the Earth. Many people have a situation where they tell you that your actions can lead to problems. If this is what happens in the end, then most likely this “prediction” came from the lips of the man of the Earth. They will not just give you advice to show their superiority or impress. They don't need it. If they care about you, it means they love and appreciate you. These people are disciplined, but prone to hyperbole. They constantly make big problems out of little things. It is difficult for them to assess the situation sensibly because of the influx of uncertainty and doubt. They often lack spark, enthusiasm, adventurism. Because of this, they are often considered boring.
The unknown can lead the people of Earth into fear. Depression is their frequent companion, which is why they are so gloomy, gray and sad. The last thing to do is blame them for it. So you will only make it worse. It will be even worse if such a person withdraws into himself and becomes cruel to everyone without exception. They control their anger to the last, before they explode. The best patron animals for this element are the Snake, Ox and Rooster. They are in perfect harmony with the Earth.
Metal. The most powerful, impenetrable people are the people of Metal. Their character is hard to miss. They always strive for independence, power, wealth. Their energy is almost impossible to confuse with the energy of other elements. If you argue with them, you will lose. Don't waste time.
"Metal" people are the most successful businessmen, scientists, inventors. They achieve their goals no matter what. They just need to set a goal for themselves. They do not need support, because they do not succumb to difficulties. They love and know how to lead people, as they are born leaders from birth. No one knows how to guide subordinates along the right path like they do. Be prepared for their demands. They can be very difficult to get along with because they spend a lot of money, adore luxury and do not restrain their impulsiveness - sometimes they are more quick-tempered than "fiery" people. Tiger, Horse and Dog are animals that are ideal for people of the Metal elements.
Water. Water people seem to dissolve in their familiar environment when they feel good. They find loopholes in communication with any person, so they always have the most friends and more chances than others to find their soul mate. It is impossible not to love them, because they are very kind, considerate and incredibly diplomatic. These are some of the most creative people on Earth, because Water is a symbol of art. Water is life, positive, good luck. They may have organizational issues, but overall, everything is fine on that front as well. People of Water are easier than others to learn foreign languages. They are not afraid to learn, improve their skills in any area.
Of course, Water can also be passive, indifferent. This cannot be avoided, because ideal people do not exist. You will never know the secrets of a person born in the year of Water. He knows how to keep not only his own, but also other people's secrets, therefore he enjoys the trust and respect of friends and relatives. To achieve their goals, "water" people can resort to the subtleties of psychology. They are excellent manipulators who can easily get you to take their side in an argument. The most creative animals in the eastern calendar are best friends Waters: Rabbit, Goat, Pig. In some cases, the Snake and the Dragon can also be good for Water.
Tree. Tree people are a prime example of how generous a person can be. They are wise, like the people of the Earth, but they do not have such isolation and depressiveness. They are generous not in terms of money, but in terms of spending their personal time. It is not difficult for them to help you if you need anything. Their hobbies are almost always connected with the knowledge of this world. They are wise beyond their years, so they can live independently from an early age. If desired, they can even manipulate people. You should be careful with them, as there may be personal motives behind external attractiveness. This is very rare, because the Tree does not make a person selfish.
The most successful patron animals for the Tree are the Tiger, Dog, Rooster, Pig and Rabbit. As the Eastern sages say, almost any animal can suit this element, because the people of the Tree always develop in different directions, they are smart and have great potential. The only problem is that it is often very difficult to unleash this potential to the fullest.
Whatever your native element is, it is important to consider what is currently it's a year. A lot depends on the combination of your element and the patron element in each particular year. Obviously, if the year of the Earth Snake is in the yard, then those who were born in the year of the Earth will be lucky. Follow Eastern calendar so that everything in your life is always the way you want it to be.
The eastern calendar differs from the usual one in the way the new year is determined. New Year according to the eastern calendar is calculated based on the lunar phases. The date is determined by adding 14 days to the first New Moon after the Winter Solstice on December 21st. It is on this day, and not on January 1, that one or another animal talisman comes into force. May your year of birth be your lucky talisman for life.
Now I was surfing the internet, I found an interesting article about saints, patrons of animals. Of course, this topic could not interest me, both from the point of view of the owner of the animals, and from a professional point of view.
In fact, the Church does not forbid keeping a dog in a house where there are icons. The dog just has to have its own place in the house, different from the position of a person. Orthodox priests are people like the rest of us. Therefore, when they say that a priest forbids keeping a dog in the house, this is his personal opinion, and not a church canon.
Among Orthodox saints there are many prayer books for animals - companions and helpers of man - a prayer for the blessing of a beekeeper, a prayer for the multiplication of a bee swarm, for the patronage of herds and shepherds, a prayer for the loss of livestock, for the protection of cattle, for the protection of sheep, horses, pigs, geese and other waterfowl. Each type of farm animal has its own heavenly patron.
October 4th is WORLD ANIMAL DAY. The decision to celebrate this day was made at the International Congress of the supporters of the movement in defense of nature, held in Florence in 1931. Then animal protection societies of many countries of the world declared their readiness to organize various mass events every year.
The holiday is also associated with the name of St. Francis, the patron saint of sacred animals, born on October 4 more than 800 years ago, and revered mainly in Catholic countries.
The oldest known image of Francis, created during his lifetime; located on the wall of the monastery of St. Benedict in Subiaco.
In 2004 the priest of one of the churches of the German city of Cologne, Wolfgang Kestermann, decided not only to bless the animals, but also to perform mass for them. The first service was attended by 150 people with their pets: dogs, cats, rabbits and lizards.
Imagine similar now in Orthodox church is simply unthinkable, although in Orthodoxy there are many saints who are considered patrons of animals. Although in Rus', until the 20th century, on the day of the holy martyr Athenogenes (July 29 according to the New Style), peasants brought animals (livestock) to the church, where a special observance was read over them for their multiplication and health. Therefore, schmch. Athenogenes was considered the patron saint of cattle.
In Russia, this date has been celebrated since 2000 on the initiative of International Foundation animal protection. in this way, the activists of the Foundation are trying to draw public attention to the problems of animals that need the protection of their "big brother". Russia firmly holds the second place after the USA in the world in terms of the number of pets. They live in every third Russian family.
Over the centuries, Orthodoxy gradually developed a tradition of turning to a particular saint for help when problems arise in certain areas of animal husbandry. So it is believed that St. Blaise helps cattle breeders
Saints Flor and Laurus - horse breeders
St. Basil - pig breeders
Saint Nikita - to those who breed waterfowl
Even the villagers turn to George the Victorious to protect their livestock from theft and wild animals. Almost all animals that have taken root next to humans (with the exception of cats and dogs) are selected heavenly patrons. Moreover, there is a special "rite of prayer during the destructive pestilence of cattle."
From time immemorial, in such a misfortune, the peasants invited the priest “where the cattle are sick,” and the priest, wearing an epitrachelion, performed a prayer service over the sick cattle, after which he sprinkled the animals themselves and the hay used as livestock food with holy water.
According to legend, Saint Agafia, a martyr (patron of livestock), contributed to the successful calving of cows.
Onesimus the sheepfold (February 15, old style) guarded sheep in sheepfolds from wolves
Saint Modest of Jerusalem (December 31), the patron saint of pets, is prayed for his well-being and health
Rev. Martyr Anastasia Rimlyanina - Assistant in the Preservation, Welfare and Healing of Livestock
It is known from the lives of Christian saints that many of them big love belonged to "our smaller brothers." On icons with life pictures St. Sergius Radonezh
and Seraphim of Sarov
wild animals are often placed, which the saints fed from their hands, and on the icon of St. Gerasim of Jordan they always depict a lion sitting at his feet
Tradition says that this lion served the monk as a pet in gratitude for the cure of a painful abscess.
It is also necessary to remember Saint Maximus the Confessor
Saint Anthony of Jordan, Saint Mamant
Reverend John of Rylsky who helped the animals ...
It is firmly entrenched in the popular consciousness that one who does not love animals can hardly sincerely love people, and in the Orthodox press devoted to relationships with the animal world, the expression “Blessed is he who has mercy on cattle”, which is a free transcription of the biblical Church Slavonic text: “The righteous has mercy on the souls of his cattle” (Proverbs, chapter 12, verse 10). The meaning of this expression is interpreted by some theologians as follows: the Last Judgment God will ask a person for his attitude towards animals.