October 4th has several reasons for Ukrainians to pay attention: it is both a church commemoration and a state and international date, and in folk beliefs this date is associated with omens and cautious prohibitions.
What is the church holiday today?
Orthodox communities that use the new church calendar honor Saint Hierotheus of Athens, Prince Volodymyr Yaroslavich, and the hermits Helladius and Onesimus of Kiev-Pechersk. According to the old (Julian) calendar, this day is the day of honoring Saint Demetrius of Chernigov and the apostle from the 70s, Codratus.
What holiday is today in Ukraine?
Two regional centers celebrate City Day at once - Zaporizhia and Chernivtsi. This is an occasion to congratulate residents on the holiday and wish development and prosperity to their communities. In addition, on October 4, Ukraine celebrates a professional holiday - Veterinary Service Day, which honors specialists who monitor the conditions of farm animals and work to prevent diseases, including rabies.
What holiday is celebrated in the world today?
October 4 is World Animal Day: pet owners and animal protection organizations share stories, hold animal rights campaigns, and often make decisions about adopting animals. On the same day, there are several themed holidays for hobbies and activities around the world: Felt Day, Digital Scrapbooking Day, Card Making Day, Hiking Day, and Postman Day.
What is the holiday of the people today and what you can't do?
Folk signs tied to this date are primarily related to the weather: rain on October 4 is traditionally interpreted as a sign of a wet October, the morning sun without heat is a harbinger of frost, the absence of butterflies and bees is a signal of the end of warming, and crested birds portend an imminent frost. In ancient times, with the onset of this date, people began to heat the stove and take out winter clothes, and bags of garlic or onions were hung in homes as protection against evil spirits.
Our ancestors considered October 4 to be a somewhat unlucky date: they feared illness, getting lost, or becoming a victim of fraud. Because of this, they advised not to trust strangers or give money to strangers, avoid complaining and negative statements about your fate, and not perform heavy physical labor. If you prefer church recommendations, on the holiday you should refrain from swearing, not insulting or judging others, and be careful with your words and actions.
Tips for the day
When planning your outdoor activities and events, consider the regional weather forecast: rain and cloudy weather are possible today in most regions. If you are attending the City Day celebration, do not forget about safety rules in crowds. For those who work with animals or plan to adopt a pet, today is a good day for support and awareness campaigns about responsible animal ownership.
