Stribog (Vetrovey, Vetroduv, Striba) is the Slavic God of Air and Wind, the father of all winds.
The swift Stribog is the first to know the news and tries to be on time everywhere; he participates in many Slavic myths and helps other Gods.
Stribog is the God of the element of Air, one of the Slavic elemental Gods, who are traditionally addressed in conspiracies and rituals.
Stribog in the pantheon of Slavic Gods
Stribog is one of the Svarozhichi, the children of God Svarog, the Heavenly Father.
However, Stribog was not born by Mother Lada. The Slavic God of Wind appeared when Svarog struck the Alatyr stone with his hammer.
This was at a time when the Gods were preparing for the first war between Prav and Navy, where the light and dark Gods of the Slavs met.
Stribog has many sons and grandchildren. Among them, Dogoda is the God of Good Weather and Warm Wind. Whistling – God of Storms and Cold Winds. Podaga – God of Hot Winds. Siverko - God of the North Wind. Midday and Midnight - a light daytime breeze and a nighttime breeze.
Legends and myths about the Slavic God Stribog
The Slavic God of Wind Stribog is involved in many Slavic myths. There is little that can hide from the fast Wind God and his sons in the world of Revealing, so the Slavic Gods turn to them when they want to find out news. Stribog and his sons are often messengers of the Gods. Sometimes for this purpose Stribog turns into the Stratim bird.
Stribog, together with the other Svarozhich Gods, helped find Perun, who had been kidnapped by the Skipper-Beast. Stribog flew over the world in the form of the Stratim bird and looked for Perun along with other Gods, but nowhere in the world of Reveal did the Gods meet Perun. When Perun was helped to find his magic horse, Stribog and his wind sons helped destroy the mountain of earth and sand under which the sleeping Perun was hidden.
Amulet - symbol of God Stribog
The symbol of the Slavic Wind God is called Stribozhich, or Whirlwind, and resembles a windmill or a swirling vortex. Stribog's amulet is constantly in motion, like the God of Air himself. Such symbols are found on jewelry, embroidery, and northern house carvings.
The Stribog amulet is worn to protect against bad weather, accidents and disasters. The Stribozhich sign makes you feel the joy of life, helps in work, especially if a person wants to achieve fame and recognition.
Another symbol of Stribog is called the Bird Amulet. This sign is depicted on the Slavic Rezes of the Family.
Attributes of God Stribog
Animal – all birds.
Heraldry, objects – feather.
Treba (offering) – flour, grain, ribbons, bread.
Stribog in the northern tradition of fortune telling and magic
The Slavic Reza of Stribog depicts the Bird symbol, associated with the element of air.
Reza's number is 16.
Reza Stribog appears when the questioner needs to learn to quickly navigate a situation, change a decision if necessary, and take advantage of the moment.
The Wind God teaches you to enjoy life, to enjoy its impermanence and changes.
However, you should not become too flighty a person.
Stribog god of the Slavs, his description
Our Slavic ancestors revered Stribog not just as the god of the wind, but also of everything connected with airspace. Prince Vladimir installed an idol of Stribog on the main Kiev temple, praying to him as the most important god in paganism.
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This deity controls everything airy: wind, birds, air spirits, even bows and arrows. He also influences the weather, much more than the god Perun.
It is not surprising that Stribog was especially loved and revered by those categories of the population whose activities were highly dependent on weather conditions. The very first were the farmers, who annually waited for the saving rain that would ensure a high harvest.
Sailors also prayed to him, because the wind was necessary for their safe voyage. In his absence, an irreparable disaster could occur. Stry was also revered by merchants, whose ships moved across the sea, also at the will of the wind. Therefore, idols of the windy god were installed on the banks of large rivers and seas. They cajoled him, wanting to achieve divine favor.
Greybeard Storm Lord
In addition to the winds, the son of Svarog had all the birds and spirits of the ether under his control, and all the air space also belonged to him.
It is no coincidence that even the name of God speaks of heavenly aerial domains. The root of the name Stribog is an ancient Slavic verb meaning “to spread, to extend.”
The god of wind and air belongs to the older generation of gods, and therefore controls not only his elements, but also the entire weather. If necessary, he can send storms and thunderstorms, throw lightning and cause hurricanes and whirlwinds.
The wind god led all flying creatures. One of them, the Petrel Bird, was his animal incarnation. You can find drawings and paintings depicting the deity in the form of a huge bird with long plumage.
In the minds of our ancestors, Stribog lived in solitude on the edge of the earth. He was gray-haired, with a long beard, wore long sky-blue robes, and a golden bow with a quiver of arrows hung over his shoulders. If the gods needed help in battle, they sent messengers to the god of the wind, and he never refused.
Origin of God, mythology
There are two legends regarding the origin of Striboy:
- The first says that it was created from sparks that the god Svarog struck with the help of his anvil.
- The second claims that God was created from the breath of the god Rod.
Be that as it may, Stribog has two siblings - Dazhdbog and Semargl, who in the Slavic pantheon are revered no less than himself.
By nature, Stry is a rather warlike deity. He, with the support of Semargl and Svarog, managed to cope with Chernobog. And together with Perun he fought with Skipper. Khorsu helped defeat the Month.
In principle, Stribog participated in almost all divine battles. He was not particularly good at communicating: Stryi preferred to come into contact with other deities only when there was a special need. The ancestors believed that the character of the deity was quite cool and unbridled. Stribog has an air force that helps him in battles.
Wind is equally needed, both before and now. But the Slavs were also aware of one negative aspect of the deity - it was believed that he was capable of dispersing wealth. Allegedly, if Stribog gives an order, then the money will scatter in the wind and the person will be left naked and barefoot.
Like most deities, Stry could send such punishment to wicked individuals who violate the commandments of God.
Meaning of God's name
But what does the name of this god mean? Agree, deciphering it is not so difficult. The Slavic root “stri” speaks of speed, swiftness, striving for something.
In addition, if you look into Dahl’s dictionary, we will see an interesting meaning of a similar word, “strict”. That's what they called a paternal uncle in the old days, which means... Stribog could well correlate with the ancestor of the deities, and be the supreme deity on a par with Svarog.
Victor Korolkov "Stribog"
A similar interpretation is given by supporters of the version of the ancient Iranian origin of the name. Translated from this dialect, “stribaya” means “supreme deity.”
It is possible that Stribog really ruled the world of gods and people along with his powerful father Svarog. Without a doubt, the lord of the winds was revered in various regions of Rus'.
Andrey Shishkin “Stribog is the master of the winds”, 2014
I would also like to mention another Old Slavonic word that may be associated with Stribog. This is “starga”, and this is what in the old days they called infinity, endless space. Is it worth saying that it is Stribog who rules in the endless air spaces that extend everywhere, without end or beginning?
It is also impossible to exclude the fact that the number three is “encrypted” in Stribog’s name, and this is how our ancestors wanted to note that the power of the deity extends to all three worlds that are described in legends - Rule, Reveal, Nav.
Andrey Shishkin “Svarog”, 2015
Amulet
The Slavic god of the wind has his own personal symbol, known as Stribozhich or Whirlwind. In appearance it is very similar to a windmill or a swirling vortex.
This symbol is in constant motion, just like Stryi itself. His images can be found on jewelry, embroidery, and also in house carvings among the Northern Slavs.
Why is this sacred sign used? It has the following valuable properties:
- will protect a person from bad weather;
- protects against accidents and misfortunes;
- will help you feel the taste of life;
- will provide career assistance for those people who dream of fame and universal recognition.
Another symbol is attributed to Stribog - the Bird amulet. We see it in the Slavic Rezes of the Rod.
Stribog's stern disposition
Stribog monitors harmony in nature. His physical embodiment of power is the winds that exist in the world of Reveal, our world. Together with Perun, he is able to control thunder and lightning. I have no doubt that you have seen more than once before a thunderstorm how strong the wind, the “messenger” of Stribog, becomes.
But Stribog does not always show only his bright side. In the old days, sailors and merchants who were forced to travel long distances by sea especially revered Stribog, because they knew about his destructive abilities. This god could cause storms, raise waves in the ocean, create snowstorms, bend and break trees, spread fire, creating fires.
Andrey Shishkin “Perun the Thunderer”, 2014
Who does the deity patronize?
Stryi has always been characterized as a reasonable god, but with bad manners. The people he favors are distinguished by exactly the same qualities.
These individuals are characterized by a flexible mind, developed intuition, and unusually high intelligence. In addition, they are characterized by religiosity, a mystical orientation of thinking, and an irresistible desire to study ancient mysterious teachings.
Speaking about negative personality traits, one cannot fail to mention an overly one-sided perception of life, selfishness, hot temper and, in places, directness bordering on rudeness. They also have difficulty articulating their thoughts and emotions correctly.
What does this behavior lead to? The personalities described quickly become enemies and ill-wishers, even if they did not want this at all. Establishing normal human relationships is a very difficult task for them. Therefore, they are generally known as loners.
But with all this, Stryi’s “wards” are very smart and educated. They overcome any life situations with dignity and cope with the trials sent to them from above. And more and more new ideas of noble intentions endlessly arise in their heads. They implement most of them in life.
In family relationships, both male and female representatives are sensitive spouses. They are also loyal and devoted friends and responsible workers. You can fearlessly turn your back on them, knowing that they will not stab you in the back. They take great care of their family, trying to provide their loved ones with everything they need so that they do not need anything.
Woman-Stribog
Beautiful representatives of this sign are pleasant to talk to, but they can be quick-tempered and frivolous. They often change their ideas and directions, and can quickly heat up and cool down. They are amorous, fickle, charismatic, they can both move mountains for an insignificant goal and retreat in the face of minor difficulties. In family life, women of the Stribog sign are prone to inconstancy and frivolous affairs, which are usually hidden or considered simply a manifestation of flirting. They love children and can do a lot for their development, they are able to make bold decisions, but at the same time they are inconsistent in their upbringing.
Holidays
Every year there is not one, or even a couple, but four holidays dedicated to the god of the wind! Let's look at them in more detail:
- The first is called Winter Stribozhye and falls on February 21, when the first warm winds blow, replacing the cold winter ones.
- The second one is known as the Spring or Spring Stribozhye, it falls on April 5th. Then the grandchildren of the deity bring with them an almost summer, warm breeze.
- The summer holiday of Stribog is considered to be July 14, although in reality our ancestors celebrated it in the first half of August. If we consider the modern calendar of the new style, then the celebration of Stryi falls on August 8th. Then the first autumn wind begins to blow.
- And finally, the fourth holiday is the Autumn Stribozhye, which occurs on September 20, when the first autumn colds come to the earth. Then the wind changes from warm to cold, which indicates that winter is coming.
Some weather signs have been preserved to us, according to which the indicated Stribog holidays are once again confirmed. They all touch the winds. For example, if there was a storm on August 8, we prepared for a cool September. And the direction of the wind in Autumn Stribozhye determined the weather that would happen in autumn and winter.
What were you supposed to do on holidays? Since ancient times, people who honored the deity went out into the field. If the wind started to blow, it was just perfect. They prayed to Stry that he would send winds that would ensure a high harvest.
Then the sacrifice to the deity was blown into the wind. As a requirement they used grain, colored ribbons or flour - everything that the wind could carry away. In some cases, the meal consisted of porridge or pieces of bread scattered across the field.
Stribog is the god of what?
Severe Stribog is the god of the wind. The deity appeared from the breath of the Family - the highest mind of the Universe, the great creator and creator of all things. The Slavs represented Stribog as a mighty old man with black eyes, dressed in light blue or gray clothes. In the world of people, he was embodied in the bird Stratim the storm-petrel, only from whose cry a terrible storm arose. And if she moved her wing, the sea worried and swayed.
The lord of the air elements had a harsh disposition, lived at the edge of the world - on an island in the sea or in a deep forest, between Reality (the real world) and Navy (the otherworldly sphere). Often the Slavs imagined the deity floating above the earth along the Heavenly Abyss (i.e., the sky) on a blue boat. His other appearance is the Striking Archer. Stribog was known as an unsociable old man who did not communicate with other deities. However, he always came to help in battles. In the Universe, the deity became the personification of the breath of the Family, the movement of the worlds, the Cosmic Wind.
What did Stribog patronize?
The deity was considered the ruler of the airspace and its elements. Stribog controlled natural phenomena, like Perun, but on a large scale. He commanded not only the winds, but also hail, lightning, and other weather phenomena. His ancestors also considered him a “disperser of wealth” - he could instantly scatter to the wind all the property of an unworthy person.
The Slavs often sealed trade deals and agreements with the name of Stribog, because they considered him the destroyer of evil intentions and atrocities. With one invisible breath, the deity swept away everything superficial, the blind heaviness, and the veils of ignorance. His destiny is between people and the abode of the Gods, Earth and Heaven. Little information has been preserved about him. The opinion of historians about what exactly Stribog is the patron of is based on scant information from rare chronicle sources that have survived to this day.
Stribog Day
The Slavs dedicated four days a year to the deity: 1. Spring, which falls on April 5, when the spring winds blow and bring
slush and bad weather. 2. Carminative or Summer season occurred in August (August 8), when the first news of the approaching autumn came along with the winds. According to signs, strong winds blew on this day, mourning the passing of summer. 3. Leaf or Autumn was celebrated in September (20th), when the winds brought cold weather. 4. Spring or Winter was celebrated at the end of winter in February (21st), when the air was filled with the sun, the breath of the coming spring began to be felt.
These days, the Slavs came to the idols and brought oil, scraps of fabric, and porridge to the deity. They also went out into the open space, throwing ribbons, grain, pieces of food into the wind - everything that could please the deity. On this day, it was not customary to talk idle words, throwing words “to the wind”, because any slander and lies of the elements would be brought to the ears of the deity, and punishment would follow.
Stribog's Code of Health - Slavic Exercises
The Stribog Health Code is part of a large complex of Slavic exercises. This is not at all the same thing as ancient Slavic practices - almost nothing is known about them today. But the code of health is based precisely on Slavic practices. The system was developed by the authors V. Meshalkin and E. Barantsevich.
This complex consists of special gymnastic exercises, very reminiscent of yoga asanas. According to the creators of the system, exercise helps increase energy, gives the body vitality, and also protects against any negative energy due to a natural energy amulet.
Various sets of health are known, each of which is dedicated to a specific deity. Moreover, only the most revered and popular gods are taken into account. Accordingly, the exercises of each health differ markedly.
For example, the goal of the Lada arch is to help a person achieve a harmonious relationship with the Universe. The health of Stribog is designed to teach a person control over his body, contribute to better mastery of the surrounding space, its rational filling, and lead to the full functioning of all systems and organs of the body.
According to the assurances of the authors of Slavic health, similar exercises were previously used by magi and mystics. Today they are available to everyone who is engaged in spiritual improvement, but does not forget about the importance of caring for the body.
Stribog in the pantheon of Slavic Gods
Stribog is one of the Svarozhichi, the children of God Svarog, the Heavenly Father. However, Stribog was not born by Mother Lada. The Slavic God of Wind appeared when Svarog struck the Alatyr stone with his hammer. This was at a time when the Gods were preparing for the first war between Prav and Navy, where the light and dark Gods of the Slavs met.
Stribog has many sons and grandchildren. Among them, Dogoda is the God of Good Weather and Warm Wind. Whistling – God of Storms and Cold Winds. Podaga – God of Hot Winds. Siverko - God of the North Wind. Midday and Midnight - a light daytime breeze and a nighttime breeze.
In love
Stribog is one of the most fickle signs of the Slavic horoscope, and this is reflected in love. Such people are changeable, like the wind, love adventures and romances, may not think about the consequences and be very capricious and changeable. They love passion, can achieve love, and, Having received it, cool down and lose interest in your victory. People of the sign are interesting, sociable, often have many acquaintances and are not averse to using their connections in order to obtain material benefits. They are amorous, flighty, very attractive to the opposite sex, but at the same time they need warmth and attention, family and constancy, although they often don’t know what they want. To succeed in love, they need to become aware of their desires and be more wise in their choices.
