Why not give knives?

The choice of a gift in most cases putsthe donor to a standstill. In addition to a good knowledge of the tastes and preferences of the donee, it is necessary to take into account the presence of what you are going to present. The existing standard "gentleman's set", which is suitable for any holiday, will suit not everyone.

First, it is not interesting to get rid of anythingboring and uninteresting. Secondly, a good person wants to give something interesting. The knife in many cases could be a wonderful present for a man: a hunter, a tourist or a fisherman, he is needed for practical purposes. And any other man will not remain indifferent to cold weapons.

However, such gifts are under a private ban. And many start to wonder: why not give knives? What in them is so "wrong"?

Origin of the omens

If you understand, traditions do not recommend givingnot only knives, but in general any sharp objects. This is explained in different ways. The most common interpretation - impure forces experience an irresistible attraction to the acute, attach themselves to such subjects. That is, by donating a knife, you together with him give the new master and an evil spirit, which will certainly destroy your friendly relations. Details of why you can not give knives can be found in the article. Can I give knives.

By the way, not all people agree with thisa sign. In the East, cold steel is generally considered a prestigious gift, showing respect. Yes, and the heroes of the Russian epic usually received their sword as a gift.

It is also interesting that not only knives turned out to be forbidden in their kind. What else is undesirable to present the birthday boy, you can read here: Why not give a watch.

How to avoid trouble

If you still do not want to give upintention to present a knife, use the proposed superstition "antidote": take a coin in response to a gift. Suited even the smallest. Then it will be no longer a gift, but a bargain, and your friendship with the donee will not be threatened.