pranosti
Pranosti refers to a set of traditional Czech and Slovak folk customs and beliefs associated with predicting the future, particularly related to love, marriage, and the coming year. These practices are most commonly observed during the Advent season and on specific days like Saint Nicholas' Day or Christmas Eve. The origins of pranosti are rooted in ancient pagan rituals and later incorporated into Christian traditions.
Common pranosti customs involve various divinatory methods. One well-known practice is dropping molten lead or wax
The purpose of pranosti was primarily to alleviate anxieties about the future and to provide entertainment