In ancient times it was thought that the fire was a gift of the gods and so most of the dead and living religions of the world feature fire in their rituals. Ceremonial bonfires were once a common sight on certain days of the year, and were usually intended to preserve the luck of livestock and crops. The fireplace is widely considered to contain the collective soul of the household. Many superstitions center around annointed hearths and lighting fires as well as observing the smoke and ashes for the purpose of divination.
A fire should not be kindled by two people, as they are sure to quarrell.
Some people are known to draw the curtains on lighting a fire, believing that it will not catch in the direct light of the sun. In some households only residents are permitted to poke the coals for fear of offending the gods of the hearth,although a person who has been a friend for seven years or has drunk in the company of the hosts at least three times isallowed.
A fire that bursts into flame very quickly for no reason is a sign of visitors arriving shortly, while fires that are slow to burn means someone has a bad temper or else is bewitched by evil spirits.
If a fire burns on one side of a grate a wedding may well be on the way, however it may also signify a parting.
If a Fire crackles noisly cold weather is to be expected.
Cheerful fires are said to reflect the mood of the household and means that any absent members are prospering.
If the fire burns with new strength on being poked this means that the lover or spouse of the person present is in a happy frame of mind and sparks that glow at the back of the fire are a sign of important tidings are to be expected and are said to represent letters on the way.
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