On the wrist, a red thread is a defense against the evil eye

It is believed that this tradition was introduced by the followers of Kabbalah who believe that the red thread tied on the wrist protects the person from evil forces. It absorbs negative energy, thereby protecting its owner.

Which thread fits

Kabbalists used ropes, which were previously prepared for the performance of a protective function. She was tossed around the tomb of the ancestor of humanity - Rachel. It is believed that it is able to protect people from any evil. Then the thread was to be tied to the left wrist by a loving person. It was tied with seven knots. Prayers were read over each of them. In addition to protection from external evil, the thread served as a barrier to the negativity of the internal thread. That is, people were forbidden to think badly of others, to experience negative emotions. It turns out that the red thread tied on the wrist performed a double function. It protected the soul from an attack from outside and from its own aggression. In Russia such a tradition also exists for a very long time. Here we use an ordinary woolen thread. Our ancestors simply used the forces of nature, without resorting to magic. For example, wool can affect the blood flow if it affects the wrist.

Red thread - explanations of psychologists

Science is not left out of the study of popular beliefs. So, in occasion of why on a wrist a red thread is tied, say the following. Bright color distracts the person. If the "evil eye" is directed at you, then his attention will be distracted To red. Thus, the impact of negative energy will be scattered, will not get to the goal. Red woolen thread on the wrist helps to normalize the pressure, soothes the person. Yes, there is also such a fact as the mutual influence of traditions. A person with negative thoughts, as well as the owner of a red thread, knows that this is a guard. He will unwillingly be careful not to think about you, being afraid to contact with magic symbols.

On which hand to wear

Kabbalists claim that the guard should be tied to the left wrist. So he will protect the perceiving side of energy. If you want to reduce the level of aggressiveness of the person, then the red thread on the right wrist is located. This is the side that gives. "Covering" it with such a shield, fence the man himself from his bad thoughts and all those around him, too.

How often to change the thread

In this issue, too, some differences. In the East, it is believed that the red thread should remain on the wrist for no more than seven days. Then you need to perform the rite again. In Russia they are convinced that it is impossible to remove it. It must itself be wiped off. I must say that the woolen thread will remain intact for not more than one week. It turns out that you need to change it often. Note that only a loving person can create such an excellent shield for you. No magic will help, if the relationship is discordant. Sincere love should become a charm, symbol of which flaunts a red thread on the wrist.

Is it worth it to be shy

Not everyone will agree to show their superstition to others, openly showing a wrist with a red thread. Completely vain. In this nice tradition there is nothing wrong with what the pop stars regularly prove. So, the amulet was seen on the hand of Vera Brezhneva.