Today Yarillin Day: traditions, signs and caveats on June 18th

On June 18, the newlylanian calendar of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine honors the memory of the martyrs of Leonti, Ipatia and the feudula. All three lived in the 1st century, served in the Roman army and received a martyrdom for the Christian faith.

Leonti was a Christian and converted others to faith. He was seized, but after the healing of one of the guards prayer, Ipatius and Feodule was also believed. They were executed for refusing to renounce Christ.

The church considers them the patrons of the military, and on this day they especially pray for Ukrainian defenders, for the strength of spirit, protection and assistance in trials.

Yarilin Day in the People's Calendar

In the Ukrainian tradition, on June 18, Yarillin is called the day, in honor of the pagan deity, Yaril - the embodiment of the sun, warmth and vitality. There was a belief that at this time the sun shines brightest, and you can even see the "other edge of the world."

With the advent of Christianity, the day has received a new meaning, but many pagan customs have been preserved.

What did you do this day:

  • removed in the house;

  • They arranged a guest;

  • avoided quarrels and negativity;

  • They believed that any matter on this day was doomed to success;

  • They went barefoot on dew - for health and beauty.

That cannot be done on June 18

According to church tradition, it is worth refrain from:

  • quarrels, envy, image and boasting;

  • refusals to help the needy.

People believed that this day it is impossible to drink alcohol, complain to fate, deceive and make promises that you do not fulfill - it is a call and troubles.

Folk signs on June 18

  • Morning dew - to a generous harvest.

  • The fog in the morning will be a hot day.

  • Evening rainbow - the weather will get better soon.

  • Spiders actively weave a web - good weather for a long time.

  • Dreams for Yarylin Day is better not to tell - otherwise they will not come true.

This day is an opportunity to clear thoughts, to thank for warmth and to pray for the protection for yourself and your loved ones.

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