my friend has just moved into a new house , and i want to get her something to welcome her in , and give her luck in her new house ,
but i do not want to affend her , and i want to know more abot russain myths
thank you
2006-12-31 00:29:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
I don't know any Russian folklore traditions for a house warming gift, but I always give a new broom, a packet of salt, bread and a silver coin, you should always sweep with a new broom when you move house, have salt in your cupboard to ward off evil spirits and bad luck, bread so you'll never go hungry and a silver coin for money and good luck.
Happy new year and all the very best.
2007-01-01 02:58:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a nice old German custom to give someone who has moved into a new home a loaf of bread and a saltshaker full of salt (or even some fancy thing like seasalt flakes or so). Salt and bread represent the fundamental means of nourishment and wity this present symbolically you wish that they never face times of need in their new home. I kind of remember having heard that there is an equivalent Russian custom, but can't be too sure.
2006-12-31 08:45:16 · answer #2 · answered by Sterz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Housewarming Traditions have changed over the years, from round bread loaves and salt in Russia to the tradition of housewarming gift giving has a long and venerable history. The tradition of bringing new neighbors together has its origin in Russia.
A villager named Boris and his wife Yelena had gifted a loaf of bread for good health and a pinch of salt for long life to the Russian dignitaries who were passing through their village. When the dignitary lifted the bread and inhaled the fresh baked scent. "Such a wonderful welcome," he said with a large grin. The village folk broke out into cheers as a new tradition was born.
thats the myth/tradition and it wont cost much for a loaf of bread and some salt!
Or if you have $100 to spend then check the site below and get them a nice bottle of russian vodka! :-)
http://www.wineglobe.com/14487.html
2006-12-31 08:47:42 · answer #3 · answered by brisbane b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Really I don't have any informtion but if you do and ask any russian cultural centers they will provide you
2006-12-31 08:34:38 · answer #4 · answered by montathra 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A de-bugging device.
2006-12-31 11:24:44 · answer #5 · answered by ED SNOW 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A toaster.
2006-12-31 08:37:33 · answer #6 · answered by razorbite 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋