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Many who were in Salvador da Bahia (Brazil) could not resist these little ribbons.
And here they are directly from Brazil for those who wish for something.
Here are the bands in a variety of colours and quantities, including white, blue, red, orange, green, yellow, pink, grey, purple, black, brown.
(Sets are ready-made, colours may not be selected individually and may vary depending on availability.)
Originally they were bands made of silk and have been manufactured according to Portuguese tradtions dating back to 1809.
You can wear the ribbons around your neck with a small holy icon during a pilgrimage.
Today they can be seen anywhere, including as protection in the car.
The ritual of these ribbons:
You tie them around your wrist and make three knots.
For each knot, you get a wish.
Now wait until the ribbon comes undone on its own.
If you cut the ribbon beforehand, the wishes won't come true.
The various colours have also have their own meanings.
Blue: for love.
Yellow: for success.
Grey: for balance.
Green: for your health.
Purple: for the soul.
Orange: for bliss.
Pink: for friendship.
Red: for passion.
Black: for dignity.
Brown: for diligence.
White: for inner peace.
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