Grandfather on Christmas Eve – why is he placed in homes – Various
Christmas grandfather is an important tradition of Ukrainians.
One of the main attributes of Holy evening and Christmas – grandfather This is a rye, wheat or oat sheaf, which symbolizes well-being, a good harvest and abundance.
Why grandfathers are placed in homes – read in the material TSN.ua.
The beginning of a tradition
Grandfather existed in the traditions of Ukrainians even in pre-Christian times – then he was called the “spirit of the ancestors”. The main function of this sheaf was to honor deceased ancestors and ensure a rich harvest. With the advent of Christianity, he began to be put to penance on Holy Vespers before the start of the meal. Grandpa is considered a symbol of Jesus Christ as the “bread of life”.
Depending on the region, grandfather also had the names kolyada, korochun, kolyadnyk. It was made from various grains – from what is characteristic of one or another part of the country. Decorated with dry flowers, berries…
