Dead fish at the door of your house: What does it mean?

Dead fish appearing on your doorstep may hold esoteric significance. In this article, we explore various cultural beliefs surrounding this phenomenon.

Witches of British Columbia

In British Columbia, witches craft fish figures and cast them into the water where fish are most abundant. This ritual, accompanied by prayer, is believed to ensure successful fishing.

Ancient Finnish Beliefs

Ancient Finns believed that Ukko, the father of heaven, created fire by striking his sword with a fingernail. A trout prevented the spark from extinguishing by consuming it.

Vainamoinen’s Fire

The hero Vainamoinen caught a series of fish, culminating in a large one. When opened, the spark ignited the ground and trees, until Vainamoinen contained it in a copper jar. Fish held ritualistic value for the Scandinavians, as it granted them access to fire.

Haddock or Cod Omen

If the first fish caught while fishing is a haddock or cod, it must be returned to the sea. Failure to do so might lead to a string of misfortunes.

Fish with Human Head

Ancient fishermen believed some fish had human heads and deemed it necessary to remove them upon capture. This fish, once dried and salted, was used to predict weather conditions among seafarers.

Pisces in Greek Mythology

The Greeks associated Pisces with good harvests in summer. This zodiac fish governed aquatic plants and was admired for its agility, gentleness, and nobility.

Interpreting Dead Fish at Your Door

When a dead fish is found at your doorstep, it is believed that someone harbors negative thoughts about you or your family. To investigate, sprinkle the fish with holy water and examine it. If something is found inside, take precautions.

If nothing is found, wrap the fish in newspaper and dispose of it far from your home.
Pray a novena to San Miguel Arcangel for family protection upon returning home.

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Rituals with Fish in Esotericism

Ritual for Cleaning Homes and Crowded Places

Ingredients and Utensils:

Smoked fish
Fountain
Water
Coconut water
Cane honey
Clean floor cloth

Preparation:

Fill the fountain with water and add cane syrup, smoked fish, and coconut water. Let it sit.
Use this mixture to thoroughly clean the space, ensuring no corner is overlooked.

Spell for Marrying a Desired Person

Ingredients and Utensils:

Heart of a fish
Sawdust

Preparation:

Cover the fish heart with sawdust, resembling breading.
Leave it under the moonlight for a full night, then wash it in a clean stream of water.
Place it among the belongings of the person you wish to marry.

For a more elaborate approach, incorporate a copper ring.

Ritual for Prosperity

Ingredients and Utensils:

Smoked fish
Mortar
Water
Honey
Red wine
Cornmeal
Wide-mouth glass jar

Preparation:

Pound the smoked fish in a mortar with a bit of cornmeal. Add water, red wine, and honey to create a paste.
Squeeze the paste by hand to collect the juice in a glass jar.
Use the solid part to form three buns, placing them behind your house’s door for three days.