üleminevaid
**Üleminevaid** refers to a traditional Estonian folk custom involving the symbolic "overtaking" or "passing over" of a person, object, or concept in various cultural and seasonal rituals. The term originates from the Estonian verb *üleminema*, meaning "to pass over" or "to surpass," and is often associated with transitional periods such as the end of winter, the beginning of spring, or significant life events like weddings or funerals.
One of the most well-known examples of üleminevaid is the **Üleminevaid** ritual performed during the Estonian
Üleminevaid also appears in other Estonian customs, such as **Jaanipäev** (Midsummer) celebrations, where certain objects, like
The concept of üleminevaid reflects broader folk beliefs in the power of symbolic transitions to influence