Why they don't celebrate 40 years: traditional opinion and modern view
Good day, dear friends! Do you believe in any superstitions? And what, you can not celebrate the 40th anniversary?
I invite you today to find out why 40th birthdays are not celebrated, and also what are the origins of this superstition.
It is generally accepted that such an anniversary should not be celebrated and that this is a bad omen. Let's find out what psychologists and people without prejudices think about this.
Where did the fears come from?
An inexplicable craving for numbers has existed at all times. And today many are under the influence of ancient superstitions.
There are historical facts that explain why the number 40 is surrounded by such negativity.
Let's get to know them:
- It is believed that the soul of a person after death for 40 days walks around the world.
- It was for 40 years that the Jewish people wandered the earth in search of the promised lands.
- The Great Flood lasted 40 days.
- For 40 days Jesus was subjected to the devil's wiles and temptations.
- In Ancient Greece, 40 years was considered the beginning of the decline of vitality.
Why women and men should not celebrate their 40th birthday
Your well-being also changes. Stress, depression and irritability often appear. It is generally accepted that celebration contributes to the fading of female energy.
Previously, it was not recommended for men to celebrate the date either. Since in ancient times, at this age, people became very decrepit, and therefore it was believed that the celebration was bringing them closer.
What does the church say about this?
By the way, the modern Orthodox Church does not recognize such a custom. Orthodoxy, in principle, rejects all signs and superstitions.
According to the clergy, celebration at any age cannot offend higher powers. In addition, with the number 40 in the Bible you can find more joyful events.
For example, King David reigned for 40 years. After his resurrection, Christ stayed on earth for 40 days.
The temple that Solomon built was 40 cubits wide. In general, the opinion of the church is that any prejudice is a sin. Therefore, Russians are not particularly adherents of such superstitions.
Orthodox people argue that the ban on celebrating the anniversary is a manifestation of human fear.
Many people are afraid of this number because of its connection with funeral items. So the church denies any influence of numbers on a person’s destiny.
Astrologers' opinion
It is not customary to celebrate such an anniversary in some countries. Also from a numerological point of view, the number 40 means death.
In the cards Tarot The death card is designated mem, which translates to death in the Hebrew alphabet.
This is why numerologists do not like this number.
And, according to astrologers, turning 40 is a crisis point for any person. Since during this period a huge influence on fate has Uranus. At this point, a person evaluates life principles and values in a new way.
By the way, it is believed that a difficult planet can manifest its negativity in the form of financial collapse, illness, or even divorce. The planets Pluto and Neptune also have a bad influence at this time.
Should we believe superstitions?
As numerous reviews confirm, many celebrate this date in a narrow family circle. Remember that superstitions work for those who believe in them. And those who do not attach special importance to them do not expect anything bad.
In addition, weak people often blame other people, certain events, or even superstitions for their troubles.
If you are tormented by doubts, then you should not celebrate such a date, because in any case you will find negative consequences later.
This is inherent in human nature.
In this case, you will ruin your holiday because you will be tense and anxious. And your bad mood will certainly be passed on to your guests.
By the way, a ruined evening cannot be avoided if your friends believe in such signs.
How can you celebrate an inconvenient date?
If you believe in superstitions, but not entirely, then try to celebrate the holiday in an unusual way.
You can use the following tips:
- Celebrate the departure of 39 years. Moreover, all toasts should be made without mentioning the ominous date. Your guests will enjoy an original holiday, because rarely does anyone celebrate the passing of age.
- It is believed that at the age of 40, energy is significantly weakened, so a person is weak and susceptible to the influence of others and the evil eye. In this case, gather only close people who will not wish you harm.
- A simple solution is to reschedule the holiday. In this case, the day will be different and the sign will lose its power.
- Choose a non-standard reason for gathering guests. For example, think about it. Decorate the room in Halloween, nautical or even New Year's style. In this case, all wishes must be without mentioning age.
In any case, do not attach such colossal importance to dates. Live in the present and don't trust signs too much.
After all, this is how you program yourself for trouble and otherworldly forces have nothing to do with it. Remember that all prejudices are echoes of our pagan past, which should not be believed, but it is very interesting to study it.
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