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How to properly spend the Day of Dmitry Solunsky
November 8 is the day of memory of the Great Martyr Dmitry Solunsky. Orthodox believers around the world celebrate and honor this day, the people also call it Dmitriev Day. What kind of holiday is this? Saint Dmitry of Solunsk How do you spend the day without causing trouble?
Editorial "Site" He answers all of these questions and explains in detail Saint Dmitry and his actions.
Dmitriev Day – 2018 The story of the Holy Great Martyr Dmitry of Thessaloniki is unique and very unusual in its own way. He was the son of a Roman proconsul in Thessaloniki. His parents secretly professed Christianity and secretly baptized their son. When Dmitri came of age, his father died. Then the emperor summoned the young man to him and, convinced of his abilities, appointed a proconsul in the place of his father.
Among other things, the proconsul was responsible for exterminating Christians. But the young man sincerely believed in the teaching of Christ, so instead of persecution and executions, he began to openly preach Christianity and eradicate paganism. Having learned about this, the emperor decided to deal with the Christians of Solun and Dmitry himself.
Arriving in the city, the emperor ordered the preacher to be imprisoned. At dawn on October 26 (November 8, according to the new style), 306 soldiers came to the underground prison of the prisoner and pierced him with spears. Dimitri’s body was thrown away for savage beasts, but the Christians of Solun secretly buried him.
Hundreds of years later, during the construction of the temple, the incorruptible relics of the saint were found on this site. In Russia, the veneration of Dmitry Solunsky began immediately after baptism. The saint built temples and monasteries. He was loved and respected by the people, as he is now.
Over time, the holiday has acquired many traditions and rituals, which we will talk about today. This day in the Slavic tradition is considered the border between the warm and cold seasons. It was on this day that rural weddings ended.
Our ancestors believed that after Dmitriev’s day, wolves began to attack livestock, and therefore did not let them out. Even on this day it was strictly forbidden to do housework: cutting, sewing, weaving and doing other homemade needlework.
DepositPhotos Dmitriev day is still considered a memorial, and the Saturday before this holiday is called parent Saturday. And on Saturday, and on Dmitriev day it is customary to remember the parents, if they have already died. Live parents should be visited, thanked for everything they have done for you and give gifts.
On November 8, people commemorate deceased relatives both in church and at home. To do this, order a service in the church, and then arrange lunch at home. Only this lunch was held in the evening. It was believed that the souls of the dead could come at night to eat. That's why they didn't clear the table.
If the hostess bakes pancakes on this day, then the first pancake cannot be eaten, because it is intended for the dead. Also on this day it was impossible to do household chores related to water: washing, bathing, etc. It was believed that you poured water on the souls of the deceased.
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It is important on this day to go to church and pray for all the dead, to put a candle for the rest of the soul. You can also ask for help from St. Dmitry. Most often he is asked for the bestowal of courage and patience, for healing and insight. If you ask with a pure heart, the saint will help.
Folk signs on Dmitriev day
It's a celebration and a sign. You can follow them or you can ignore them. The main thing is to spend this day with your family, pray and at the evening meal do not forget to remember the departed loved ones.
Prayer is a way to talk to God, and it’s important to know certain nuances. We recently told you how to pray properly.
How do you celebrate this holiday at home? Are there any special traditions? Tell us in the comments!
Editorial "Site" He answers all of these questions and explains in detail Saint Dmitry and his actions.
Dmitriev Day – 2018 The story of the Holy Great Martyr Dmitry of Thessaloniki is unique and very unusual in its own way. He was the son of a Roman proconsul in Thessaloniki. His parents secretly professed Christianity and secretly baptized their son. When Dmitri came of age, his father died. Then the emperor summoned the young man to him and, convinced of his abilities, appointed a proconsul in the place of his father.
Among other things, the proconsul was responsible for exterminating Christians. But the young man sincerely believed in the teaching of Christ, so instead of persecution and executions, he began to openly preach Christianity and eradicate paganism. Having learned about this, the emperor decided to deal with the Christians of Solun and Dmitry himself.
Arriving in the city, the emperor ordered the preacher to be imprisoned. At dawn on October 26 (November 8, according to the new style), 306 soldiers came to the underground prison of the prisoner and pierced him with spears. Dimitri’s body was thrown away for savage beasts, but the Christians of Solun secretly buried him.
Hundreds of years later, during the construction of the temple, the incorruptible relics of the saint were found on this site. In Russia, the veneration of Dmitry Solunsky began immediately after baptism. The saint built temples and monasteries. He was loved and respected by the people, as he is now.
Over time, the holiday has acquired many traditions and rituals, which we will talk about today. This day in the Slavic tradition is considered the border between the warm and cold seasons. It was on this day that rural weddings ended.
Our ancestors believed that after Dmitriev’s day, wolves began to attack livestock, and therefore did not let them out. Even on this day it was strictly forbidden to do housework: cutting, sewing, weaving and doing other homemade needlework.
DepositPhotos Dmitriev day is still considered a memorial, and the Saturday before this holiday is called parent Saturday. And on Saturday, and on Dmitriev day it is customary to remember the parents, if they have already died. Live parents should be visited, thanked for everything they have done for you and give gifts.
On November 8, people commemorate deceased relatives both in church and at home. To do this, order a service in the church, and then arrange lunch at home. Only this lunch was held in the evening. It was believed that the souls of the dead could come at night to eat. That's why they didn't clear the table.
If the hostess bakes pancakes on this day, then the first pancake cannot be eaten, because it is intended for the dead. Also on this day it was impossible to do household chores related to water: washing, bathing, etc. It was believed that you poured water on the souls of the deceased.
DepositPhotos
It is important on this day to go to church and pray for all the dead, to put a candle for the rest of the soul. You can also ask for help from St. Dmitry. Most often he is asked for the bestowal of courage and patience, for healing and insight. If you ask with a pure heart, the saint will help.
Folk signs on Dmitriev day
- If the snow went on Dmitri day, then Easter will be with snow.
- If the morning of November 8 is visible frost, then in winter there will be a lot of snow.
- If the day is cold, then spring will be cold.
- If it is foggy in the morning, the weather will be warm in the coming days.
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It's a celebration and a sign. You can follow them or you can ignore them. The main thing is to spend this day with your family, pray and at the evening meal do not forget to remember the departed loved ones.
Prayer is a way to talk to God, and it’s important to know certain nuances. We recently told you how to pray properly.
How do you celebrate this holiday at home? Are there any special traditions? Tell us in the comments!
