Be prepared for miracles on February 15th, in the Meeting of the Lord the heavens will be opened.

February 15 Orthodox and Greek Catholic Church celebrate The Meeting of the Lord in 2023. It is one of the twelve most important church holidays. It is celebrated on this date because Jesus Christ was brought to the Jerusalem Temple on the 40th day after Christmas, where the Holy Family was welcomed by Simeon the Receiver.

Today's edition. "Site" It will tell you what to do on this holiday and what traditions to follow. And let’s talk about folk signs that have passed the test of time. We hope that you will learn a lot of new, interesting and useful from this article.



The meeting of the Lord in 2023 One of the oldest traditions of this holiday can be considered the consecration of candles in the church. This is done just before the beginning of the liturgy, when the prayer is first said, and then the candles are sprinkled with holy water. After that, believers receive already consecrated candles and take them home. Sretensky candles are lit at home while reading prayers.



Many believe that such candles have magical properties, that they drive away evil spirits and even protect the dwelling from lightning. The Church does not welcome such beliefs, because there are pagan roots. Churchmen tirelessly remind that only prayer, as a special request to God, has power. And the candle is just for this prayer and lit.



Note that candles, which were consecrated on Cretie, are stored near the icons throughout the year. And throwing out the garments can not in any case. These remains should be taken to the church for further melting. It is not allowed to give to anyone and give to anyone.

Since Sretenie is also considered the first meeting of winter with spring, on this day always pay special attention to the weather. Here are some time-tested signs.



Folk signs

1. Whatever the weather will be, so will spring.
2. The starry sky on the night from the 14th to the 15th promises late spring.
3. If a snowstorm rages all day, then winter will last a month longer.
4. The thaw began - to a good harvest of wheat. The blizzard has begun - don't wait for bread.
5. If the sun looks out before sunset, then the last frost is already behind.
   
   
   
   

Of course, the signs were not only about the weather and the future harvest. It was believed that it is not necessary to go on a long journey, because the separation will be long. And family quarrels on this holiday brought trouble.

Do not engage in heavy physical labor, needlework and cleaning on this day. You can not slander and drink strong drinks. But it is welcome to spend the day in a good mood in harmony with yourself.



Try to spend the Meeting of the Lord correctly and productively, so that you do not regret anything.

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