On August 22, several important dates are celebrated in Ukraine and the world. This is the Day of Remembrance of the Fallen Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Religious Violence, the World Day of Folklore and Plant-Based Milk. In addition, on this day, believers honor the holy martyrs Agathonikos and Severian according to the new calendar.
Church holiday
According to the new church calendar, on August 22, the martyrs Agathonicus, Severian, Zeno, Theoprepius and their companions are commemorated. They suffered at the beginning of the 4th century during the persecutions of Emperor Maximian. The saints courageously endured torture and refused to renounce their faith, for which they were executed in Byzantium. Their feat became a symbol of steadfastness and unwavering faith.
Traditions and prohibitions
The people called this day the Autumn Gate — a symbolic transition from summer to autumn. It was believed that after this day the heat subsides.
Not recommended:
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start new things;
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work in the field or garden after lunch;
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to cut one's hair in order to "not lose strength and health."
Folk signs
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a warm and sunny day - to a long autumn;
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morning fog - for calm weather;
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north wind - to a cold snap;
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rain - for rainy autumn;
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a lot of cobwebs - to a frosty winter.
Name day
This day is celebrated by: Vasyl, Gavrilo, Ivan, Makar, Mikhail, Alexander, Alexei, Afanas, Fedor, Ariadne.
The talisman of those born on August 22 is amber, which was considered a healing and protective stone.
Famous people born on this day
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1741 – Jean-François Lapérouse, French navigator;
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1760 — Leo XII, Pope;
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1966 — Olga Sumska, Ukrainian theater and film actress.
Memorable events
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1485 - Battle of Bosworth Field, which ended the Wars of the Roses in England;
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1770 - James Cook landed on the east coast of Australia;
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1864 — the first Geneva Convention was signed;
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1910 - Korea is annexed by Japan;
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1918 — peace treaty between the Ukrainian State and the Ottoman Empire;
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1992 - President of the UNR in exile Mykola Plaviuk handed over documents to Leonid Kravchuk, recognizing Ukraine as the legal successor of the UNR.
International dates
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Day of Remembrance of employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine who died in the line of duty.
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International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Religiously Based Violence, established by the UN.
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World Plant-Based Milk Day, promoting healthy eating and environmentally friendly alternatives.
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World Folklore Day, dedicated to the preservation of folk art and traditions.
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World Daffodil Day is a symbol of the fight against cancer and support for patients.
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