What does a horseshoe symbolize in jewelry?

The tradition of wearing a horseshoe necklace for good luck stems from the use of the horseshoe as a symbol of protection . During the Middle Ages, people believed that witches and evil spirits were afraid of horses and horseshoes, primarily due to the fact that horseshoes were made of iron and could resist flames.

What does a horseshoe symbolize spiritually?

The combination of luck, protection, religion, and even magic are all captured by the horseshoe symbol and many people believe it will bring them good luck in their lives and to any special event or occasion – and ward off evil and misfortune or bad luck.

What is the significance of the horseshoe?

Horseshoes have long been considered lucky . They were originally made of iron, a material that was believed to ward off evil spirits, and traditionally were held in place with seven nails, seven being the luckiest number.

What does the Lucky Horseshoe symbolize?

After the excruciating ordeal, the devil agreed to never enter over a threshold with a horseshoe nailed above it, being fearful of the tiny crescent-shaped object. A lucky charm to ward off evil was born. The basic metal makeup even made the horseshoe an easy favorite for as a lucky charm.

Do horseshoes bring good luck?

The horseshoe is universally known as a symbol of protection and good luck. The amalgamation of luck, protection and religion have made the horseshoe a good luck charm that wards off evil and misfortune. The belief in the horseshoes have its origin both, in ancient Greece and Christianity.

How do you wear horseshoe jewelry?

In addition to being nailed above doors and gateways, horseshoe charms and rings are commonly worn as talismans and amulets. Tradition holds they should be worn with the open end directed upward or, when it comes to rings, towards one's body . That's because the U- shape resembles a bowl, and you'd want the bowl full.

Where to put a horseshoe for good luck?

Where to place horseshoe at home? The entrance or front door is believed to be the best location for hanging horseshoes. But you can hang it inside the door as well. There is no hard and fast rule for hanging it hence it is totally up to you.

What is the horseshoe symbol called?

The letter Ʊ (minuscule: ʊ), called horseshoe or sometimes bucket, inverted omega or Latin upsilon , is a letter of the International Phonetic Alphabet used to transcribe a near-close near-back rounded vowel.

What does a horseshoe symbolize in Christianity?

A Christian legend (the legend of St. Dunstan, an English bishop and blacksmith from the 1st century) associated the horseshoe with good luck and warding off evil .

What is the origin of the horseshoe lucky charm?

There are many tales of where the luck of the horseshoe comes from. It has been tied to Chaldean legends of the crescent moon symbol of their goddess as a way to ward off the evil eye . Another story connects it to St. Dunstan, the patron saint of Blacksmiths.

What is the horseshoe in astrology?

To find your lunar nodes in your natal chart, look for two horseshoe-like symbols. The upright horseshoe is your north node and, opposite to that on your circular chart, will be the upside-down horseshoe, or your south node .

What does the evil eye horseshoe mean?

--- The horseshoe symbolizes patience and loyalty , the elephant symbolizes good luck and success, and the meaning of blue eyes is to protect you from evil. --- It will bring you good luck and protect you from the bad energy used to expel the negative energy from the jealous person from your body.

What does the horse pendant mean?

Meaning. Horses are intelligent and brave creatures, highly valued for their power, bravery and companionship throughout the ages . Our silver Horse pendant charm is especially designed for those special individuals that show dedication and courageous spirit every day, just like this majestic and noble animal.

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Many believe the origin of the lucky horseshoe can be traced back to an old legend about Saint Dunstan. Saint Dunstan (924-988) is the patron saint of blacksmiths, goldsmiths, jewellers, locksmiths, musicians and the blind. He was a reformer, statesman, abbot and archbishop of the tenth century in England.

Saint Dunstan was a brilliant blacksmith. One story refers to his exceptional talent as a blacksmith. The Devil was hard at work trying to win Saint Dunstan over. On one occasion the Devilasked Saint Dunstan to nail horseshoes on the Devil’s horse.

Saint Dunstan pretended to agree to taking on this task. The devil stood close by to make sure Saint Dunstan was true to his word. Saint Dunstan then suddenly grabbed hold of the Devil’s foot/hoof and with strong determination nailed the horseshoe on the foot of the Devil instead of the horse.

The devil screamed as the pain was horrific. The Devil begged Saint Dunstan to remove the horseshoe. Saint Dunstan agreed to remove the horseshoe from the Devil’s foot under one condition: the devil was to swear never to enter any house that had a horseshoe hanging by the door. The Devilobliged instantly. That is why the horseshoe forever more will keep evil out of the home.

Pointing up or down?

There has been a never-ending debate on the proper way to hang a horseshoe. Many believe that it should be hung in a “U” shape.The horseshoewould thencatch and collect good luck for the home.Some believe that if it is hung upside down, all the good fortune and protective powers wouldrun out. There are however those who choose to hang it the other way, believing that when you walk under it, all the positive vibes will “rain over” them. During the first world war, horseshoes were hung upside down outside of barracks, to rain down good fortune on the soldiers.

Omega

The last letter in the Greek alphabet, Omega, is shaped like a horseshoe. There are stories about how the ancient Greeks tried to use reverse psychology when they nailed a symbol of “the end” (Omega) on their walls for protection against the plague. The Romans followed this custom and started placing horseshoes on their walls, believing the horseshoe being an able defender against the terrible disease.

Moon goddess

In another tale, before the Chaldeans, in the ancient Middle East, the horseshoe’s crescent shape was a representation of the moon goddess, who protected believers from the evil eye by providing good luck and protection.

Witches and evil spirits

Throughout the Middle Ages there was a belief that witches and evil spirits had a fear of horses, primarily the horseshoes as they were made of iron and iron withstands fire. The coffins of buried witches had a horseshoe nailed to it to prevent them from resurrecting.

At sea, sailors used to see to it that a horseshoe was nailed to the foremast of their vessels to keep witches and wizards from cursing the voyage or damaging the ship. By hanging the horseshoe, bad luck and evil are prevented from entering and also ensured a safe arrival to their destination.

In the bedroom

Some traditions prescribe the hanging of a horseshoe in the bedroom to prevent nightmares from invading one’s sleep. If the horseshoe is tacked points upward, the sleeper’s masculine powers will be increased. If the sleeper is female, her latent powers will be awakened if the points are facing downward.

There are many more stories about the meaning of the horseshoe. But one thing is for sure, anyone receiving a horseshoe will forever remember the person that wished them good fortune.

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