Pectoral cross. Folk signs and superstitions

These are just two examples where a chain is of great value to its owner; in fact, each case is individual. But it is precisely such chains, according to esotericists, that are amulets and contain magical properties. Around the neck the chain forms a closed circle, thereby protecting the owner from evil influences.

If the chain on your neck breaks

The simplest explanation for this may be that the amulet could not cope with the negativity directed at its owner, and as a result the chain broke.

Explanation
This can be explained in different ways, depending on the situation:

Most likely, breaking the chain indicates liberation from something. The vicious circle is broken, and this means that in the future you will find a way out of your predicament. Or it may speak of liberation from a relationship that has long become burdensome.
If everything in your life is going smoothly, then breaking the chain can be regarded as a harbinger of problems. To avoid them, take the broken chain in your hand and say in a whisper: “The trouble is not for me. Trouble is on the way. Let it be so!". There is no need to throw it away under any circumstances. It will be enough to cleanse it of bad influences from the outside. To do this, you need to place it in clean water for several hours, and then dry it in the sun for the same amount of time. After this, you can be sure that all the negativity is gone from it, repair it and wear it in good health.

Chain with a cross

Separately, it is worth talking about the case if the chain on which there was a cross or icon of a saint broke. Surely most believers get scared when this happens to them. But you shouldn't do this. This means that their protection is over, it’s time to comprehend the events taking place in life, put the cross and icon in a secluded place, and get others instead.

If the chain on your hand breaks

Right hand
A chain worn on the right hand will protect a person from manipulation by his ill-wishers. She will help him remain calm in any situation and not succumb to the influence of others. Accordingly, if the chain on your right wrist breaks, this means that you are losing strength and you need to be more careful.

Left hand
On the left hand, the chain protects its owner from various diseases, affects mental balance and helps maintain energy throughout the day. If it breaks at some point, it means that your strength is at its limit, you should take a break from business and pay attention to your health.

In conclusion, it is worth saying that you should not take everything to heart. The purpose of this sign is to distract you from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and remind you of health, tranquility, loved ones and relationships with them.

And if you believe in omens, and the breaking of the chain itself does not mean anything good, then remember that although it could not cope with the negativity directed against you, it nevertheless took most of it upon itself, which is why it broke . You can breathe easy, clean and repair the chain, and then act at your own discretion - wear it again or hide it in a box and forget!

My son’s chain broke once - he almost immediately fell ill with a cold, and was quite seriously ill. Then my little daughter’s thread broke, I immediately changed her thread out of harm’s way. It may be a superstition, but it is a fact. They wear it for years and nothing, and then almost at the same time they both broke...

OlgaNAG. wrote: My son’s chain broke once - he almost immediately fell ill with a cold, and was quite seriously ill. Then my little daughter’s thread broke, I immediately changed her thread out of harm’s way. It may be a superstition, but it is a fact. They wear it for years and nothing, and then almost at the same time they both broke...

I read about exactly the same case! And I don't think this is an accident (

And I think we got rid of something bad. I had this happen, the chain kept coming undone, I changed the cross

I’m also interested in what this is for. How is that possible?!

I also wonder what this is for.
My dad’s crosses have been lost more than once, but the chain remained intact (((
How is that possible?!

It seems to me that the church can answer you briefly and accurately.
I think we should change the chain and put on our cross as soon as possible. My daughter recently lost her cross. As soon as I discovered this, I bought a simple one on a string from a church store. And then she came back from her illness... A week later they found our lost cross in the kindergarten. It seems to me that the chain is not some kind of mysticism. The main thing is not to lose the cross.

According to the church, this means nothing. Over time, if you wear a chain for a long time, the links fray, stretch out and break, which is why crosses are often worn on a string. Don't believe in superstitions, bad things attract. Go to church to calm down and everything will be fine. I know that found crosses and icons cannot be removed.
I also read that if your chain falls while praying in church, it means the cross has fallen from you and you have been freed from some burden; if icons disappear (sometimes people carry them with them), then the saints have done everything for you and you are more you don't need them.
P.S. As you can see, this does not lead to anything bad, only good.

My friend had a fight, nothing happened. You write, you’ve been wearing it for many years, most likely the links have worn out, quite a common situation

According to the church, this means nothing. Over time, if you wear a chain for a long time, the links fray, stretch out and break, which is why crosses are often worn on a string. Don't believe in superstitions, bad things attract. Go to church to calm down and everything will be fine. I know that found crosses and icons cannot be removed. I also read that if your chain falls while praying in church, it means the cross has fallen from you and you have been freed from some burden; if icons disappear (sometimes people carry them with them), then the saints have done everything for you and you are more you don't need them. P.S. As you can see, this does not lead to anything bad, only good.

I also read that if your chain falls while praying in church, it means the cross has fallen from you and you have been freed from some burden; if icons disappear (sometimes people carry them with them), then the saints have done everything for you and you are more you don't need them.
P.S. As you can see, this does not lead to anything bad, only good.

Crosses and icons cannot be taken. It was sealed(((

Malika wrote: According to the church, this does not mean anything. Over time, if you wear a chain for a long time, the links fray, stretch out and break, which is why crosses are often worn on a string. Don't believe in superstitions, bad things attract. Go to church to calm down and everything will be fine. I know that found crosses and icons cannot be removed.
I also read that if your chain falls while praying in church, it means the cross has fallen from you and you have been freed from some burden; if icons disappear (sometimes people carry them with them), then the saints have done everything for you and you are more you don't need them.
P.S. As you can see, this does not lead to anything bad, only good.

Crosses and icons cannot be taken. It was sealed(((

What you believe in comes true. I don’t wear a cross at all, I’m still alive. There was no cross in the font, but it helped me get rid of the disease. God is within, I believe.

Let's think logically. God is supreme, he sees and knows everything. Including he is aware of your worldview. If he considers it necessary to warn or signal you about something, he will do it in a way that is understandable to you... He knows what you might think about when the chain breaks. Remember your first thoughts and why this event became alarming for you. Well, draw your own conclusions.

The cross on the neck of Christians plays the role of protection and amulet. Entrance to the temple is also allowed if you have a cross. But Christian people live not only by faith. Many people succumb to superstitions about what a believer should not do.

There are often cases when the cross falls to the ground or is completely lost. Then panic occurs and the person begins to be overcome by fear for his fate. Torment about the future and possible impending disaster forces one to turn to various sources or magicians for interpretation.

There is no need to be afraid of what is not yet known. Mostly, troubles and misfortunes occur due to the fact that they are firmly seated in the head and a person lives in anticipation of the worst. Each thing can be looked at differently.

Since a person believes in all sorts of consequences, then the answer to the question can also be found. There is an interpretation of the fact that the cross fell. But it also exists in different versions. No one can say for sure; the will is in the hands of God.

After a person has undergone the rite of baptism, the pectoral cross ceases to be an ornament, but becomes a symbol of faith. It is usually worn on a chain. Collectively, these things serve as custodians of information about a person. Metal is capable of storing energy and accumulating it.

In this way, protection is provided from negative influences from ill-wishers. If the chain on which the cross was located breaks, then this may be the reason for the strong impact of the energy that was supposed to be sent to the person. The protection, that is, the chain, could not stand it and broke. At the same time, the cross falls, and the person begins to think about the consequences.

For some reason, I got the impression that if a cross fell from a chain, then something very bad was bound to happen. The Church prohibits believing any superstitions. After such an incident, you need to ask God for forgiveness, restore the integrity of the chain and continue to wear it.

Magicians have their own opinion on this matter and advise to “clean” the chain. This can be done by placing it under running water for three hours. You can also place it in direct sunlight for the same three hours. In this case, the metal is purified and accumulates new useful energy. After this, you can continue to wear the cross on this chain.

Many people have encountered this problem. But you shouldn't think about the bad. There is an opinion that this is a good sign. By losing the cross, you can get rid of your heavy burden and litigation. It's like a push to start a new life. In this case, you need to purchase a new cross. It is necessary to consecrate it in the church. But the old one - either take it to the temple, or hide it behind an icon. You can bury it in a place where neither man nor animal walks.

When there is melancholy and despondency in life, it is worth going to confession. You can't throw out a cross. Change it on purpose too. Giving and accepting gifts is also prohibited. If only on the condition that it is new and you need to give a nominal fee for it.

If a cross falls from the chain, but is not lost, then this may mean that the links of the chain are frayed. It's worth replacing. Under no circumstances should you pick up or wear other people’s crosses, since with this find the fate of the one who wore it will also be associated. If you happen to take it, you must immediately take it to the temple.

There are people who, after dropping or losing a cross, associate this sign with difficult situations in life. But they exist. Therefore, in the first days you should still be very careful and prudent.

No matter what happens, faith in God must come first. Superstitions will only make you live in fear and will not lead to anything good. Trouble clings to those who think about it. Therefore, you should throw bad thoughts out of your head and enjoy life.

There is probably not a single person who has never lost anything in his life.

What to do if you have lost your cross? What does it mean?

The priest’s answer will help us understand this.

Superstitions and signs

Having lost something, many people ask themselves the question: “What is this for? Why is this happening?".

There are many signs and beliefs associated with the loss of a cross. Some say that this is a bad sign: with him you supposedly lose the protection that he gave you, and some kind of trouble will definitely happen to you.

Others claim that along with the cross, great grief could leave you. In this case, this is already a good sign. Still others declare without a shadow of hesitation: you have committed a grave sin, and therefore the cross has left you. The loss of a cross can also promise total changes in life. Or talk about the fact that they tried to damage the person. If an elderly person lost the cross, his last days will be spent in poverty and suffering.

Signs provide for many other situations. So, for example, if the chain with the cross breaks and it gets lost, expect adversity, but if the cross is still found, then the obstacles will be overcome with dignity. A broken cross does not bode well. And if you find someone else’s cross, it’s even better to avoid it.

As you may have noticed, all the signs contradict themselves. How many people - so many opinions, after all, signs are a product of folk art.

The Orthodox cross is a visible confession of the Orthodox faith, a means of grace-filled protection for the believer.

When consecrating and putting a cross on a baby, the priest reads special prayers and asks the Lord to pour heavenly power into the cross so that it will protect both soul and body from all evil, enemies, sorcerers and magicians.

Any Orthodox Christian knows that all superstitions are heresies that have nothing in common with reality. Therefore, in order to find the answer to the question that worries us, let’s turn it to the priest and look from a church point of view, what does it mean when the cross is lost, fell, torn, etc.

What to do if you lose your cross - the priest’s answer

Any priest will answer you - the loss of a pectoral cross does not mean anything except your inattention and negligence.

The only problem with losing a cross is that it may end up in an inappropriate, unclean place. You need to go to the temple and buy a new pectoral cross there.

If the previous cross is still found, then you can choose one and put the second on the shelf with icons. There is nothing terrible about finding someone else's cross.

Moreover, it must be picked up with reverence and either taken to the temple (and they will figure out what to do with it), or given to someone who does not have their own cross.

How not to treat a pectoral cross:

wear as a fashion accessory;
use stripes and appliques, decorate clothes;
sell;
walking past a cross that is lying on the ground (or somewhere else) - the shrine cannot be trampled underfoot;
to be afraid to give and wear other people’s crosses - you need to remember that this is a shrine, a symbol of the salvation of mankind;
remove the cross when washing in a bathhouse, visiting a doctor, an X-ray room, swimming in a pool - everywhere a Christian needs protection;
go to church without a cross and participate in divine services. Just as a church cannot exist without a cross, so neither can a Christian.

Conclusion

Many things we use get lost or broken. There is no need to look for some hidden meaning in this. If you have lost your cross and you cannot find it, go to the temple and buy a new one. The cross is your protection from demons and a weapon against the forces of evil.

The pectoral cross is called a talisman. Christians say that it protects a person from defilement, taking the action of evil forces upon himself. The cross broke, which means the negative influence was too great. The same situation occurs when the chain breaks. And if this suddenly happened, it’s worth thinking about what contributed to the current situation.

Folk signs

The sign says that if the chain with a cross breaks, this promises trouble. It is especially bad when the amulet falls. This indicates that a powerful wave of negative energy was directed at the person: envious people and ill-wishers appeared in the environment and were trying to cause harm.

Now you need to reconsider your environment. You should stop communicating with people who seem insincere to you, and you will immediately notice how your life will change.

There are other signs that explain why the cross breaks and the chain holding it around the neck breaks.

This situation occurs in cases where the person himself becomes a source of negative energy. If resentment, anger lurks in your soul, or there is an intention to act dishonestly, the body amulet reacts instantly. And if it breaks, then this is another reason to think and clear your thoughts.
According to another version, the pectoral cross can break in cases where a person loses protection. The amulet warns that now it is necessary to be careful and be prepared for the blows of fate. In addition, you should purchase a new cross, be sure to consecrate it and wear it without taking it off.
The pectoral cross broke, perhaps it has something to do with magic. Superstitious people say that a person is being damaged at this moment. There is no need to worry, since the amulet, having taken the blow upon itself, warded off trouble from its wearer. Sincerely thank the Lord for the help provided and his protection.
Parents often wonder why the cross that the child wore breaks. In most cases, this situation occurs due to excessive activity. Children are restless, and therefore in the process of playing they can damage the amulet. Here you should do the same as in the previous case: buy your baby a new consecrated cross with a more massive loop.
As for why a cross that has previously darkened breaks, then, according to superstitions, this is also a bad sign. The atmosphere around you is tense, and it can reign both in your workplace and in your family.

If the chain breaks and the cross is lost, then according to the sign this is a bad omen. Superstitions say that you are going in the wrong direction. The endless obstacles you overcome indicate that you need to stop and think about whether you are really going there. Sometimes you just need to change direction and the obstacles immediately disappear.
associated with committed sins that have haunted you for a long time, but you have never repented of committing them. Going to church will take a load off your soul. Ask for forgiveness for your actions and promise yourself not to do it again.
If the cross breaks before the trip, then this is evidence that this is not worth doing. The road will be difficult and, in general, the journey will only bring disappointment.
Losing a talisman is a sign of an impending dark streak in life. This will be a difficult period, overshadowed by worries and worries.
If you notice that the chain has broken, and you tried to catch the cross, but it slipped out of your hands, then the omen in this case promises illness. Now it is advisable to pay special attention to the state of your health and consult a doctor at the first signs of illness. But it’s better to prevent trouble and get examined even if you feel absolutely normal.

What to do if your pectoral cross is broken

It’s worth noting right away that the church does not call a broken cross a bad sign. The clergy say that this item has nothing to do with the fate of a person. They advise not to pay special attention to this circumstance, and certainly not to get upset.

It’s better to listen to yourself: if you don’t feel anxious, it means nothing bad will happen. If your soul is restless, pray in front of the holy icon and ask the Lord for protection. What to do with the amulet? All that needs to be done if the cross is broken is to take it to church and buy a new one there.

Do not keep a broken cross at home or throw it in the trash. If it is not possible to take the damaged item to the temple, it is better to donate it to the earth. The amulet should be buried in a place where few people walk.
If a broken cross is made of noble metal and is subject to restoration, then there is no need to part with it - give it to the workshop, and then consecrate it in the church.
If you notice that the ear of the cross breaks off, just replace it. This way you definitely won’t lose your body amulet. And try to pay attention more often to the condition of both the cross itself and the chain on which it is held.
If the chain is broken and it is not possible to wear a pectoral cross, then it should be placed near the icons. It is better not to store the amulet in a jewelry box.
If the cross that the child was wearing is broken, then it is better to attach a new amulet to his crib. In general, young children should not hang it around their neck, since a similar situation can happen more than once for the reason described above. Wait a while for your baby to grow up.

There are a lot of signs about why the cross breaks, and at the same time they all promise trouble. But even in this case you can find its advantages. Analyze the sign you receive correctly: reconsider your behavior and pay attention to the people who are now near you.

Remember that it is never too late to correct the situation. At the same time, try to purchase and consecrate a new amulet as quickly as possible. In the future, it will perform the same function as the previous one: protect its wearer, keep him under the protection of God, help in all endeavors and support good intentions.