Ancient Magic of the Peoples of Russia. Traditions, Customs and Rituals

Shamans and witches, talismans and embroidery, sacred numbers and travel taboos, the Altai peaks that fill with power — this is not fantasy, but the true legacy of the peoples of Russia, preserving its magical energy.

It is often said that today magic is merely entertainment. But long ago it served as support for people in a wide variety of situations. The peoples of Russia carefully guarded their secret knowledge and passed it down from generation to generation. These practices have not lost their effectiveness — and this book will introduce you to them.

From the book, you will learn:
• About guardians of secret knowledge: who shamans were and how to recognize a witch — folk clues tested by time.
• Everyday magic: rituals for departures, the sacred meaning of numbers, and taboos on the road.
• How to create talismans: amulets, the meanings of ornaments in embroidery, and the symbolism of ornaments.
• Folk interpretations of dreams: how to secure a good omen and ward off troubling signs.
• Places of power in Altai Krai: which mountains and lakes are worth visiting to gain health and inner strength.

You will also learn what magical properties juniper was said to have and why, among different peoples, rowan was considered a special tree.