October 28 is considered a special date in the church calendar, in Ukrainian history, and even in family traditions. On this day, people remember the liberation of Ukraine from Nazi invaders in 1944, honor grandparents, and pray to Saint Paraskeva. In addition, judo athletes and animation industry workers are congratulated internationally.
What is the holiday in the world today
Internationally, October 28 is Judo Day. This day is celebrated not only by professional athletes, but also by everyone who is involved in this martial art. Today is also World Animation Day, which is dedicated to people who create cartoons and animation projects.
In addition, there is data on other international initiatives associated with the date of October 28: Stuffed Animal Day, Creole Language Day, Wild Food Day, and Stroke Awareness Day.
Several famous world figures were born on this day: humanist and theologian Erasmus of Rotterdam, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and actress Julia Roberts.
What is the church holiday today
On October 28, according to the new style, Orthodox Christians honor the holy martyr Paraskeva of Iconium, who in folk tradition is called the patroness of women. She is considered the patroness of women's health, motherhood, peace in the family, and domestic harmony.
They also commemorate Job of Pochaiv, Stephen of Sava, the martyr Cyriacus of Jerusalem, and other saints.
According to the old style, on this date, Euphemia of Thessalonica and Lucian of Kyiv-Pechersk were honored.
What is the holiday today in Ukraine
On October 28, Ukraine celebrates the anniversary of its liberation from the Nazi invaders. It was on this day in 1944 that the territory of the Ukrainian SSR was liberated from the troops of the Third Reich, although the end of World War II was still six months away. This is one of the key dates in the military history of the 20th century for our country.
In addition, on this date in Ukraine they celebrate Grandparents' Day. This is a family holiday of gratitude to the older generation. It is customary to visit or at least call grandparents, wish them health and long life, give them a small gift or help with everyday life.
What is the holiday on October 28 among the people?
In the folk calendar, women prayed to Saint Paraskeva for a good pregnancy, easy childbirth, and peace in the family. Her icon, according to belief, was placed in the bedroom so that there would be no quarrels in the house.
This day was considered favorable for women's health and the treatment of gynecological diseases. Housewives also worked with flax - they threshed flax, consecrated linen products, and prepared fabric for the winter.
There were also weather signs on October 28. It was believed that a clear sky promised warming. If mosquitoes and flies were still flying at the end of October, winter would be late. A morning frost meant further cooling. A large harvest of mushrooms in the fall was considered a sign of a good harvest next year.
That cannot be done today
Traditionally, it was believed that women were not allowed to sew, knit, embroider, or do heavy physical labor on this day. Quarrels, harsh swearing, and showing off were also prohibited. It was believed that weddings should not be scheduled on October 28.
