A Thread of Hope

by | Dec 14, 2014 | Bulgaria, History, Holidays, Rituals and Traditions

December 14, 2014 Kalyna took the amulet off her ankle and wrapped it around Stefan’s wrist. “The martenitsa is given to others as a sign of friendship. It has the power to protect people from evil. The two colors have special meanings. White is for purity, honesty,...