Choosing a gift is a very complicated and responsible process. Everyone wants to please a loved one by presenting him with something very special. The process of choosing a gift is complicated by the fact that around different objects there are many signs. So, there is an opinion that you can not give a watch. Why? What is it for?
Chinese version
Why can not give a watch? What can this lead to? To understand the essence of this sign, it is worth turning to Chinese wisdom. The clock shows the passage of time. And the passage of time, unfortunately, everything in this world is approaching the inevitable end. Thus, in the East they believe that a gift in the form of a watch is a wish for a person to leave life as soon as possible. It is believed that the person who received the watch will live exactly as long as they will work. Even the hieroglyphs that indicate time and departure from life are very similar.
Slavic version
Why can not give a watch? The reviews of most Russians featured a version of omens close to the Chinese. But has undergone some changes. It is also associated with the main function of the clock - the countdown, but does not apply to everyone, but only to loved ones and loved ones. So why not give a watch to a man you love (or a woman you love)? Such a gift will count down the minutes spent together and bring closer the time of parting.
There is also an opinion that you should not give watches to your relatives. If parents present such a present to their child, this will speed up the time for him to leave home. If the child gives the watch to parents, this can shorten their life span.
The Slavic version also explains why you can not give a watch to the newlyweds for a wedding. Such a present symbolizes the countdown to the breakup of a young couple, it can bring quarrels and troubles to life together.
European version
Why can’t you give a watch and what can it lead to? In European traditions, watches themselves do not carry a negative semantic load. The undesirability of such a gift is due to the fact that the arrows are pointed in shape. This point is the source of trouble. Here are the problems a person who has been given a watch may face:
- the pursuit of evil spirits;
- bad mood and depression;
- loss of strength and loss of vitality;
- quarrels with loved ones;
- failure in business.
How to cheat omens
There are several signs why you can not give a watch as a gift. But there are also ways to deceive this prejudice and avoid negative consequences. Thus, if you are determined to give such a memorable gift to your loved one, take advantage of these tricks:
- When you give the watch, ask the person for a symbolic amount of money. It will be enough one coin, so that it is believed that you sold the item, and not presented it as a gift.
- Do not buy a watch in advance, but invite a person to a specialty store. Let him choose the model that he likes, and you just pay for the purchase.
- Alternatively, you can present a gift certificate to a watch store for a certain amount. Then he himself will be able at any convenient time to go for the hours of his dreams.
- Make an engraving. For example, you can present a watch with the inscription “Together forever” to your loved one. A friend, relative can wish "Good health and success." Thus, a person will have no doubt that you gave him a watch with the best intentions.
Is it worth believing in omen?
Do not try to explain scientifically why you should not give a watch and what it can lead to. From a materialistic point of view, a watch is nothing more than an object that can in no way affect the well-being and life expectancy of a person.
But from the point of view of esotericism, watches are a direct reflection of the course of human life. It is not in vain that after the death of the owner, the watch often stops working and can no longer be repaired. The reverse reaction is also possible - when the watch breaks, a person starts having troubles and health problems. A gift in the form of a watch is especially dangerous if a person presents it with malicious intent, and not from a pure heart.
Thus, to believe or not to believe in omen is exclusively a matter of your choice and worldview.
How to respond if you are presented with a watch?
Almost everyone knows why you should not give a watch. And the vast majority of people believe this sign. But what if someone presented you with a similar present? How to respond to it?
First of all, you should understand that the mechanism of work will be based on auto-suggestion. That is, you yourself establish negative associations with objects and program yourself for the negative development of events. In order for the presented watch to bring you luck, and not difficulties, it is worth understanding the following:
- Not all people are superstitious. Perhaps the donor does not believe in signs and did not even think about the fact that the gift might scare you or outrage you. And if a gift comes from a pure heart, it cannot become a source of trouble.
- The giver does not wish you harm. Otherwise, why should he spend time and money choosing a beautiful and memorable presentation for you?
- A watch is a very practical and stylish accessory that will help you keep up with everything and emphasize your image. In addition, they will always remind you of the donor.
- If the watch is expensive and exclusive, it can become a real heirloom, which will be passed on from generation to generation.
It is clear that a superstitious person is difficult to convince in something. A watch will still cause you to have negative associations. Therefore, you can simply not use the gift and hide it somewhere far away. If the donor is not a close person and you are sure that someday he will not ask you about his gift, you can simply get rid of it. For example, you can sell parts for a watch workshop.
When is a watch a good omen?
Considering the question of why it is impossible to give a watch and what it can lead to, it is worth noting that omens can also have a positive meaning. So, a watch is a very favorable and desirable gift in the business sphere. This subject symbolizes punctuality, commitment and focus on a long productive partnership. Naturally, the watch must be expensive and very high quality.
It is also considered a very lucky sign to receive a watch by inheritance. In this case, the item will protect you and bring good luck. It is only important that you do not ask or take the watch yourself, but that the person himself expresses a sincere desire for you to become the owner of the item after it.
Of course, do not worry about whether it is worth the watch to a collector. And it’s not about signs. Just a passionate person will certainly be happy to receive a new interesting copy for his collection.
What else can not be given according to signs
Around the gifts there are many prejudices and accepts. Almost everyone knows why you can’t give a watch. But, as it turned out, this is by no means the only subject that has "grown" with signs and prejudices. Here's what else is popularly considered an unwanted gift:
- Knives. In different parts of the world there is a ban on donating knives. Someone believes that evil spirits live in sharp objects, and someone believes that a blade can cut the connection between people. It is also believed that the knife belongs to the one who bought it. And, falling into the wrong hands, can bring misfortune to a person.
- Wallet. It turns out that such a popular and widespread gift promises material difficulties and waste. True, if you put a coin or a bill in your wallet, the effect of omens can be neutralized.
- Slippers. A few hundred years ago, ordinary people had very few shoes. The household received a new pair only when leaving the house. This explains the existence of signs that slippers promise separation. But today, slippers are more associated with comfort and coziness.
- Soap (and other hygiene items). Some people believe that soap can "wash away" from the life of a person who was presented with such a gift.
- Rings and bracelets. These are symbols of affection and devotion. Thus, it is believed that the donor wants to bind and subjugate someone. Such gifts can only be made by loved ones.
Conclusion
There are many versions of why you can not give hours for a birthday or other holidays. To believe in such signs or not is your personal choice. But if you are going to present the watch as a gift, you should consider the opinion of the person to whom the present is addressed. If he is superstitious, if he sincerely believes in all superstitions and prejudices, for sure the sign about watches is no exception for him. If we are talking about someone from relatives, it is better to ask a person directly how he will react to such a gift.