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| Why Villagers Respected the Elder Tree |
Mythology and symbolism
It was thought that if you burned elder wood you would see the Devil, but if you planted elder by your house it would keep the Devil away. It is also known as the ‘Judas tree’ as Judas Iscariot is said to have hanged himself from an elder tree.
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) has long been surrounded by folklore, healing traditions, and spiritual beliefs across Europe and parts of Asia. In old rural communities, people believed that planting an elder tree near the home protected the family from evil spirits, lightning, disease, and misfortune. A popular saying claimed that “an elder planted by your house would keep the devil away.” Because of this belief, the tree was often treated with great respect and was rarely cut down without permission rituals or prayers.
The elder tree produces clusters of fragrant white flowers and deep purple-black berries that have been valued in traditional herbal medicine for centuries. Elderberries are rich in antioxidants and are commonly used in syrups, teas, jams, and natural remedies, especially during cold and flu seasons. The flowers were also used to prepare soothing drinks and skin washes.
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