Description
A Domovik / Domovoi is a house spirit in slavic folklore, usually making its living place at the threshold under the entrance, under a stove or in the attic. All homes have a Domovoi, who is the soul of one (or all) of the deceased members of the family, making the him a part of ancestor worship traditions. Traditionally living at the threshold under the entrance, in the attic, or mainly in the hearth or behind the stove, everyone took care to not disturb the smoldering remains of a fire to keep their ancestors from falling through the grate.
A happy Domovoi is a friendly one, if the spirit is satisfied & on good terms with the household, it acts as the guardian of the house, helping with chores, feeding the animals & protecting the residence from robbers. It is the keeper and protector of the home it lives in. He is a good spirit, who looks younger, the older he is. In the Russian mythology, the patron of these spirits is Veles, a powerful god of earth, water, and the ruler of the underworld, who gave all domovoys the power to see the future and to cure people and animals – everyone who lives with them.
The are believed to protect the well-being of a kin in any of its aspects. They are very protective towards the children and the animals of the house, constantly looking after them These gods are often represented as fighting with one another, to protect and make grow the welfare of their kin. In such warfare, the Domovoy of the eventual winner family is believed to take possession of the household of the vanquished rivals
To attract a Domovoy, go outside of your house wearing your best clothing & say aloud “Dedushka Dobrokhot, please come into my house and tend the flocks.” When moving, make an offering & say “Domovoy! Domovoy! Don’t stay here but come with our family!”
Packaging reads: Good Natured Domovoi: Good Grandpa Domovoi, He keeps everything safe, brings peace, protects your property and he does not let evil into your house.
You will receive 1 domovoi.
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