How to attract good luck: talismans of different nations of the world

Most of us believe in luck and try to attract it in all possible ways. If she does not go voluntarily, then there are talismans for this.
They know exactly how to create happiness. Each nation believes in its own symbols of luck. As a rule, it is transmitted along with traditions and the culture in which a person was born.

It is difficult to count the number of good luck talismans in the world. How many cultures, so many talismans. Today we introduce you to some of them.

Acorns (England)

Before acorns began to be considered the talisman of good luck, they were used by druids for rituals, and were also considered a form of their national identification.
Later they were revered as symbols of prosperity, spiritual growth and youth. English soldiers carried them during the Norman Conquest as a symbol of power.

Acorns are used as amulets to protect human health. It is said that people who are already sick quickly heal.

Carp scales (Poland)

In several European countries, carp is traditionally served at the Christmas table. After they ate it, people collect its scales and put it in their purses for good luck. The scales are stored until next Christmas. This custom is also observed in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

Cornicello (Italy)

There are two versions of what Cornicello is. According to one of them, this is a cornucopia. On the other - chili pepper. One way or another, from ancient times it was used to repel the evil eye. The tradition is observed today. It is worn by pregnant women and nursing mothers. Ordinary people use to keep their marriage happy.

Horse Dala (Sweden)

Dream Catcher (United States of America)

Dreamcatcher is a symbol of good luck for the Ojibwe Indians. If you have trouble sleeping or are prone to nightmares, Native Americans believe that a dream catcher hanging in your bedroom will protect you from ailment, you will see joyful and happy dreams that will come true. And those nightmares that the dreamcatcher caught during the night will dissipate in the morning.

Elephant (Thailand and India)

In many parts of Asia, the elephant is a symbol of good luck. But most actively believe in it in Thailand and India. The elephant is a symbol of wisdom, stability, strength and power. If you have an elephant and it stands next to your door, then you're in luck. And make sure that his trunk is raised for good luck.

Four Leaf Clover (Ireland)

It is very difficult to find. If you find it, then you are already lucky. In some cultures, the number four is considered unlucky, but in Ireland, four is the male number. The shape of the clover petal symbolizes the four sides of the cross. Each side represents love, luck, hope and faith.
The only drawback is that luck, as the Irish say, can only occur within one day. That is, you need to catch it by the tail on the day when you found the clover.

Gri Gri (Republic of Ghana)

This amulet is originally from Ghana, but reached Louisiana in the United States. They say that he brings good luck and drives away evil. North Americans use it to maintain health, attract love, money, and even stop gossip. At first, Gris-gris were images of gods or dolls, but then they turned into small bags filled with little things that embody fire, water, incense and salt. Only there should be an odd number and not more than thirteen.

Hamsa (Middle East and Israel)

This hand, sometimes also called the "hand of Fatima," is designed to protect the Jewish people and Muslims from the evil eye and bring good luck.
The symbol of good luck can be worn with the hand up or down as a means of protection against negative energy. Depending on the culture in which it is used, people put different meanings in this symbol. In Hebrew, hamsa means the number five, the hand is used as a symbol of the five books of the Torah.
In Islam, the hand symbolizes the five pillars of Islam. There is an eye on it that sees everything and watches the owner.

Horseshoe

The universal symbol of good luck. Horseshoe is found in both Egyptian and Islamic art. In half the apartments of Russian residents, this talisman hangs above the front door. The most important thing is how to hang it. But both options are good. If the horseshoe hangs down, then you go under it every day and good luck will spill on you like rain. If the ends are up, then in this case the talisman collects luck, attracts it.

Laughing Buddha (Thailand and India)

Like the elephant, the Laughing Buddha is used by many cultures around the world. This is the main amulet in the life of many Thais and Indians. They consider him a symbol of abundance and happiness, because the Laughing Buddha is always happy. In order to bring you good luck every day, you need to maintain a positive attitude and rub the Buddha’s stomach in the morning. As the teeth were brushed, so immediately behind the stomach.

Maneki Neko (Japan)

This is a fun figure of a cat waving with one paw. Literally translated from Japanese as "beckoning cat." There are two options for the figure. If the cat's left paw is raised, then it attracts customers and good luck in business. If right, then well-being in the family. The color of the figurine also matters. Green is a symbol of health, black is protection, and white is happiness.

Mano Fig (Italy, Peru and Brazil)

Mano Fig is from Italy. Over time, the amulet spread to Peru and Brazil. It has the shape of a hand with a thumb placed between the middle and forefinger. Previously, the talisman was made of coral or silver and was used in ancient times to call the fertility goddess. When Christianity spread to South America, the meaning of the amulet changed. Today it is used to protect the wearer from the evil eye. So, if suddenly someone decided to show you a "fig", you don’t need to be offended. Man is fighting evil.

Pigs (Germany)

For the Germans, the pig is a symbol of good luck and fertility. They are depicted on some New Year's cards. This is due to wealth. This is why piggy banks are used in many European cultures. It not only protects income, but also attracts wealth in the future.

Scarab (Egypt)

The scarab has been a symbol of good fortune since the time of the ancient Egyptians. He is associated with Khepri, the Egyptian god of the rising sun. The beetle amulet symbolizes eternal life and rebirth.

Tumi (Peru)

A beautifully decorated ax in Peru is called Tumi. Today it is a national symbol of the state. In the past, Tumi was used for religious sacrifices.

Red Bats (China)

The Chinese believe that this amulet protects from evil. If a person has five red bats, then he has five blessings - virtue, wealth, love, longevity and health.

China is a country with many traditions. The Chinese also associate various colors with luck. The most popular is red. He embodies fire and is related to success, vitality, beauty and happiness. The Chinese use red color for weddings and holidays.

Yellow is the color of power. It symbolizes the elements of the Earth. In the past, only the Chinese emperor could wear yellow robes. Green is wealth and money, as well as the color of harmony, hope, rebirth and fertility.