A cat in the house: signs and superstitions, folk beliefs, what comes to the house

A cat is a person’s faithful friend who keenly senses the mood of its owner. It can calm a person down and lift his spirits. Cats have long been used to determine the atmosphere in the house.

They also helped to find out what kind of life the newlyweds would have. They took the cat with them to the wedding, and if he started meowing loudly and did not stop doing this for a long time, this meant that life would not work out for the lovers due to constant scandals.

There is another folk sign associated with a cat and a wedding. If the bride brought it to her face and he sneezed, the union will be successful. Life will work out for the young.

Other signs about cats are related to their colors, the animal’s visit to the house, and so on.

Animal color and folk beliefs

Probably the most famous sign is about a black cat crossing the road, which promises bad luck.
Many believe in it so much that they are ready to immediately change their route. The belief came to us from the Middle Ages. In times famous for witch hunts, it was believed that people involved in dark magic, or even the devils themselves, turned into black cats.

These animals were perceived as harbingers of illness, crop failure and even death. Because of the color of their fur, they were known as almost the devil's helpers. An evil spirit in the guise of a cat deliberately crosses the road, thereby leading you astray from the right path.

But few people have heard that the direction of movement of an animal matters. If a cat runs from left to right, then for a man this is a very good sign, but for a woman, on the contrary, it promises problems. Conversely, it is good luck for a woman to meet a cat moving from right to left, but not for a man.

How can you protect yourself from the negative consequences of this sign? For this, protective rituals are used:

An ancient Slavic ritual: spit three times over your left shoulder, turn around your axis and calmly move on. Thus, a person deceives the devil;
you need to put a dry branch, saying: “I open the way for myself, and evil spirits are not an obstacle to me.” The gap in the path crossed by the cat is overcome by holding broken parts of a branch in their hands, which are then thrown away;
in order to confuse the evil spirits, it is recommended to walk the ill-fated section of the road backwards.

On the other hand, a black cat in the house is a reliable protector from evil spirits, the evil eye and hostile people. If kittens are born, among which there are black and red, it is recommended to give the red one into good hands, and keep the black one with you.

Ginger cats tend to protect their owners from harm, improve the condition of the sick, and even heal. Due to their golden color, they symbolize monetary enrichment. A sign that promises good luck is to shelter a saffron milk cap. Three-colored cats are harbingers of happiness.

Representatives who are both white, black and red in color are especially valued among the people. Such cats will definitely bring prosperity to your home. Each of the three shades is responsible for a certain strength.

Black - protects from evil spirits, red - promises wealth, white - means purity, love and peace. Since ancient times, sailors have used these cats on ships to predict the weather. According to legend, they anticipate changes in atmospheric phenomena.

Cats with a tricolor color are highly respected in Japan, where mascot figurines with their image are popular. The figurines are made with their paws raised up. The right paw attracts financial wealth, the left paw attracts good luck in business.

In Muslim countries, they believe that a tricolor cat in the house protects the home from fire. White cats are famous for their ability to cure diseases. If a pet lies on any part of its owner’s body, they say that it “heals” this place, absorbing all the negative energy.

White cats are believed to have healing powers

Snow-white cats relieve tension and stress, lower blood pressure, and give peace. If a woman gets such a furry friend, she will become kinder, gentler, more caring and more attractive to members of the opposite sex.

According to the beliefs of many peoples of the world, meeting a white cat on the street portends good luck. If this happened on the eve of the wedding, family life will turn out well.

Tricolor cats are extremely rare. Males are usually sterile. True, this has nothing to do with mysticism; the cause is a genetic anomaly.

Some historical information

In Orthodoxy, it is forbidden to kick a cat out of the temple, unlike dogs; if a dog visits the altar, it must subsequently be reconsecrated (it is believed that the animal has desecrated it), and a cat can easily get away with something like this on its furry paws.

It is believed that Noah, when he was sailing with his family on the ark, was faced with the problem of mice that began to gnaw at the bottom, but the cat destroyed all the rodents, thereby saving the holy family from death.

Over the course of centuries, different nationalities have created and passed on signs about cats, many of which have survived to this day. Today it is difficult to find a home that does not have a cat: some people get a pet to get rid of rodents, and others get some variety in their lives. In modern society, the tendency to have purebred cats has become quite popular. Fortunately, there is a huge variety of breeds, allowing you to choose a cat that will completely suit you both in appearance and in character.

Signs

Superstitions and signs about cats in the house:

When moving to a new house, the owners must first let the cat into it. He can immediately sense negative energy and drive away evil forces. Afterwards, you should observe the cat’s behavior. The place where he goes to sleep is considered good for placing a bed on it;
cats have the ability to see ghosts and spirits. There is a sign: if a cat is alert and looks intensely at something invisible to human eyes, this means that it has noticed some otherworldly entity;
They are also friends with brownies. Sign: the cat jumps and runs at night - plays with the guardian spirit. It is not recommended to interfere with them;
the presence of this wonderful animal protects from magical influences. Thanks to their strong aura, cats subtly sense all negative energy vibrations and are able to neutralize them;
the cat washes its face and ears with its paw - it washes the guests. If the paws are warm, friends will come; cold ones - to uninvited and unpleasant visitors. There is another observation: moving a paw behind the right ear - to pleasant meetings; behind the left - ill-wishers will come;
If the owners leave their home for a long time, you need to pat the pet on the back goodbye. At the same time, the cat purrs or is silent - everything is fine, the road will be safe. Meows, behaves noisily and restlessly - you should stay at home;
If the owners of an animal, while packing for a trip, are faced with the fact that the cat gets into a suitcase, this is good. The road will be easy. Being a hooligan and taking things out of a suitcase is an unfavorable sign. Pet warns against traveling;
If a domestic cat runs away and does not return, it is said to have gone off to die. According to another version, in this way the brave pet wards off trouble from the family.

Opinions about why a cat settles down to sleep near its owner's head are divided:

takes away negative energy;
relieves tension and removes anxiety;
protects against death and serious illnesses;
it simply heats up, since maximum heat transfer occurs through the surface of the head;
completely trusts this person and is strongly attached to him;
attracted by the smell of hair, skin or clothing.

If a strange cat comes into the house, then this is a good omen. Representatives of the cat family never come to people without a reason. If a stray cat chooses a specific home to live in, there are good reasons for this.

Interpretation of the signs of why a cat comes into the house:

keeping a stray cat always brings great luck and happiness;
a cat that comes before the wedding promises a happy marriage;
a black cat came into the house is a sign indicating that not all is well in the family: illness, quarrels, an abundance of ill-wishers. The animal needs to be sheltered, because it was sent from above for protection and help. This is a gift of fate;
if the cat is black with white paws - to money and career growth, with white fur will serve as a home doctor;
a tricolor cat sticking to your home means good things, for single girls - a meeting with your betrothed and an imminent wedding, for newlyweds - the appearance of children;
a cat that comes to the house where there is a sick person gives him relief and takes away the illness.

In general, all folk signs associated with cats wandering into a person’s home boil down to the fact that this is a very lucky sign. The furry alien should be left in the house. If for some reason this is not possible, you need to treat the guest with all kindness, feed and warm him, and then wait for him to leave on his own. If you drive him away, you can lose your luck.

It is strongly recommended to show the selected animal to a veterinarian, treat it for parasites and get the necessary vaccinations.

Many people believe that the death of a cat in the house promises misfortune. But should we take this as a bad omen? Of course, this is a very sad event, but, as a rule, there is nothing mystical about it.

Especially if the pet passed away for natural reasons. Usually, seriously ill or old animals anticipate their death and go to die in a secluded place far away in advance. Cats living in apartments are deprived of this opportunity.

There is also this interpretation: a cat, dying, at the cost of its own life, averts great trouble from its owners. The death of several cats in a row may indicate that the house is saturated with black energy. They take it upon themselves and simply cannot stand it.

But do not forget about a rational explanation. It is likely that the animals were infected with some kind of infection. This is especially true for kittens and older cats.

A kitten came to the house

It is believed that if a kitten comes to the house, the sign should be interpreted in the same way as when adults appear. But ancient Slavic beliefs say that a kitten comes to the call of a brownie. Therefore, it is impossible to drive away, give away, or sell a small representative of the cat family - the brownie will become angry and take revenge. You should adopt a kitten to live in peace and prosperity.

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From a healing perspective

It is believed that these animals have the gift of removing any negativity from people, as well as anticipating death.

Signs about cats in the house, how and where they sleep:

the cat lies at the head of its owner - protects against death;
in the heart - delays old age;
in the legs - relieves fatigue.

If he sniffs a person's breath, he will soon fall ill.

If a cat runs away from home and the sufferer feels better, they say that she took the illness to herself. A cat sleeping next to the bed of a seriously ill person is a sign of imminent death.

The cat came by himself

There are signs regarding the arrival of a stranger or stray animal into the house. It is believed that this happens for a reason. For an accurate interpretation, you need to pay attention to the color and behavior of the guest. For example, if a black cat ran into the house, it means that unexpected news will soon arrive. At the same time, a beautiful, well-fed animal brings good news, while a sick, shabby animal brings bad news. However, you should not kick out the black cat - this can anger the higher powers that sent the warning. You need to cuddle, feed the guest, if possible, keep it for yourself or help with the device. He will definitely repay your kindness by protecting your home from external negativity.

To discover that someone else's cat is sleeping in the house is a sign of a favorable resolution to a difficult situation or a long-standing dispute. A homeless animal sitting on the doorstep is a sign of unexpected joy. For people who take in a pregnant cat, the sign promises happy life changes and good luck in all matters, especially in the field of finance. It is possible to win a big lottery, receive an unplanned bonus or a large sum of money as a gift.

Why can't you hurt cats?

A cat that is often offended or punished will eventually become aggressive and vindictive, or downtrodden, intimidated and unhappy. It is believed that if you grab a cat by the tail, it will shit anywhere. The cat in the house does not feel guilty, but he very subtly senses when he is not loved and remembers it.

Under no circumstances should physical violence be used against these animals. This promises nothing but problems. For educational purposes, completely different methods are used that are safe for their health. For example, various repellent devices with unpleasant smells or sounds for cats.

There are also very gloomy signs among people associated with the killing of cats:

cat killer: dooms himself to seven years of misfortune, in the future he will go to prison, and is capable of killing a person;
a cat is the first one to meet its owner in the next world, so it cannot be killed;
drowning kittens means loneliness and lack of money. Within seven generations there will be drowned people in the family.

Hitting a cat with a car is definitely an ominous sign that has several interpretations:

a person who hits a cat will lose his luck for seven years;
warning. You should drive more carefully, otherwise there will be trouble. There may be a serious accident in the near future;
knocking down a cat means betrayal by loved ones;
if a cat dies - to grief because of a woman; if the cat is because of a man. There will be failures in your personal life;
if the animal was hit by a woman, she will have a rival;
when the newlyweds were in the car - this is a bad sign, promising the breakdown of the family.

The best thing to do is to stop the vehicle and check the condition of the animal. If it is still alive, you should try to get it to a veterinary facility.

Interesting Facts

On the main Japanese island of Honshu there is the Kii Peninsula. A railroad runs through it. The 14 km line connects the capital of Wakayama with the village of Kishigawa. Few people used the railway and it was decided to close it in 2007 as unprofitable.

A tricolor cat Tama lived at the station. After the line was closed, the cat automatically became homeless. Residents of other cities located along the railway began to visit Kishigawa just to look at the cat and have time to pet it for good luck. The cat brought good luck not only to passengers, but to the railway department - the flow of passengers increased. For this she was made an honorary station commander.

It turned out that besides the cat, there are many remarkable places in the area. Tourists and residents of neighboring regions have flocked to Wakayama Prefecture. The cat prevented the bankruptcy of the railway line and boosted the development of the tourism business. Over the past 7 years of work, the “honorary station master” tricolor Tama has brought 1.1 billion yen to the railway ticket office.

A fact indirectly related to calico cats, but very impressive. The online journal Nature reported in April 2021 that scientists from the University of California were able to read and voice human thoughts.

Sensors mounted on the head detected electromagnetic waves generated by the brain. The computer deciphered and reproduced the thought. The first mental phrase that received a sound embodiment was: “Get a calico cat, and the rodents will go away.”

In Krasnoyarsk there is a children's technology park "Tvori-Gora". One of the activities of which is educational work. That is, there are a lot of visitors. All of them are met and accompanied by the tricolor cat Florida. This was reported in March 2021 by the online publication “City News” from Krasnoyarsk. The cat is included in the staff and receives a salary with food and affection.

Towards a change in weather

Increased weather sensitivity allows furry pets to be, in addition to healers, also excellent weather forecasters.
This quality is based on the special structure of the inner ear, which subtly responds to environmental changes. Feeling discomfort associated with fluctuations in atmospheric pressure, the cat diligently rubs its head with its paw, trying to remove them, i.e., washes itself.

Changes in humidity are detected by receptors on the animal's skin, so the cat can easily predict rainy weather. How to understand the signs:

a cat curled up in a ball or hiding its nose in its tail - a cold snap;
cleans the fur coat, tail and washes thoroughly - to precipitation;
asks to drink a lot - the weather will get worse;
yawning and arching your back - the weather will be good;
nervous behavior, shuddering in a dream - foresees bad weather;
chews grass - it will rain soon;
sneezes - to rain;
cleans claws on a wall or floor - to the wind and bad weather;
looking for a warm place or asking to be held in order to sleep - to the cold weather;
sleeps on his back - summer or warm weather is coming.

What will your dreams tell you about?

They say that seeing a black cat in a dream means bad news.

And if we think about it, we will again see a warning in this dream: be careful, you do not see something important, hidden, and you risk getting into trouble

Did a black cat cross the road in a dream? The meaning of the dream does not change: be careful with new acquaintances and critically reconsider your life plans. The dream may indicate a possible quarrel, brawl, or fight. But this is only if in a dream it is not your usual pets that appear, but strangers’ cats that you are not familiar with.

Psychologists, not without reason, attribute a lot to the work of the subconscious - a black and white cat or a tar cat, or any other cat seen during the day, occupies your thoughts at night, and there is nothing sinister about it. Signs tend to gnaw into consciousness. Therefore, every time you analyze your dream, ask yourself: “Am I seeing what I want to see or what I’m afraid of?”

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Dream book opinions

Each dream book has its own interpretation of dreams about black animals, including cats, dragons, and birds. In the classic dream book, it is a symbol of one’s own dark sides and fears, doubts and complexes. It points to the need to understand yourself and your environment.

In accordance with eastern interpretations, a black dream will bring good news, lead to a positive outcome and deliverance from misfortunes. And in psychoanalytic theory (for example, Freud’s dream book), animals act as totems, symbolizing fundamental character traits. And you must interpret them yourself, based on associations and life experience. For example, a black and white cat may well be an indication for you of the need to weigh the pros and cons of some matter.

The day of the week matters

If you still believe in the predictive power of dreams, you should know that not all dreams come true:

If you dream about an animal from Sunday to Monday, then such a dream cannot be called prophetic. It only reflects the current situation and your own thoughts about it. Dreams of the Moon reveal your own Self;
Dreams of Mars from Monday to Tuesday warn and indicate the right path of development;
From Tuesday to Wednesday you can dream about days gone by, lost connections, people. This is a reminder and likely preparation for the exam. The dream says: remember your experience and apply it;
On Thursday night it will indicate upcoming changes. This usually concerns career and work, business;
But dreams on Friday night will reveal the secrets of your immediate fate: trials, joys, tragedies, changes in your personal life;
Things are known to be dreams from Friday to Saturday. They are fateful, often come true and are always remembered for a long time;
In Saturday dreams, mystical connections are fully revealed and will be able to tell you the near future in detail. You need to try to remember as many little things as possible: colors, sounds. Objects, events.

And it doesn’t even matter in what form Providence will appear to you in your dreams, the main thing is that it does not frighten you or put you into a state of stupor. Any dreams and omens are like road signs, only the road is different - your own path in life

And it’s even good if you are accompanied on this path by a wise, brave, nimble and attentive black companion.

Be that as it may, it is unlikely that the black cat itself takes signs and superstitions about itself seriously. It may be that she simply crossed the street on her own business, just washing herself or petting her owner. And he doesn’t try to say anything by this, but simply enjoys life here and now.

A happy chance is not only for you

A cat or cat you meet at the entrance to your own apartment evokes a very different range of feelings. If this is a dirty, hungry creature, then you want to feed it, warm it and wash it. You should not resist that human element that wants to come out in the form of a need to be needed and benefit the world. The cat also wants to live. She liked you, which means there is kindness inside you. Perhaps no one has seen it (kindness) for a long time, but the animal feels it and moves towards you without fear.

Of course, following the sign, it is better to place the fluffy in your home forever. But what to do if there is absolutely no possibility for this? There are a variety of situations in life, but always try to put good into the world. Pour milk for the cat and treat it with treats. By the way, if the animal is a stray, the most ordinary fresh bun and clean warm water can be a tasty treat for it. Try to find him a home - a place where the animal will be warm and safe.

Attention! Be careful if you let a cat or a kitten from the street into your apartment if you have your own animals. Do not allow contact with them until you are sure that the new resident does not have contagious diseases that are dangerous for your pets

About the weather

Many beliefs are associated with cats and the weather. Since ancient times, people have tried to guess the vagaries of nature, focusing on the behavior of their pets.

The following signs are associated with the weather:

He sleeps soundly, with his stomach turned upward - towards warm and hot weather.
Hiding his muzzle between his paws while sleeping means bad weather.
Curled up in a ball on the owner's lap - there will be severe frost.
Sitting on a stove or radiator means it’s cold.
Unfolds or licks its tail - wait for a snowstorm.
Hides its face - you can wait for a thunderstorm or downpour.
He washes himself, licks his paws, strokes his head - there will be sunshine.
Licking the skin - most likely the day will be rainy.
If your ear scratches, it means snow or rain will fall.
Scraping on glass, on a wall or floor - expect wind or a blizzard.
Sharpening his claws on a table leg means a change in weather.
Sneezes - wait for precipitation.

How to tell the weather by looking at your cat

Of course, many of these signs are simple superstitions. But sometimes the behavior of animals is due to the fact that they better sense changes in the atmosphere that precede certain weather phenomena. For example, before a thunderstorm, a cat may become nervous. In the heat it tries to open up as much as possible, and in the cold it curls up into a ball to keep warm. Even scientists talk about predicting earthquakes based on animal behavior.