Today, February 3, the world celebrates the International Day of the Golden Retriever, and the believers honor the memory of the saints of Simeon of Bogovlod and Anna Prophet. It also remains 331 days before the New Year.
What is the church holiday on February 3
February 3 in the church calendar is the Day of Remembrance of the Saints Simeon of Bogovrene and Anna Prochitsa . St. Simeon The Entrepreneur was an old man who was promised God that he would not die until he saw the Messiah. When the Virgin Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple of Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord, Simeon met them and recognized the Messiah in Jesus. He took the baby in his arms and proclaimed the famous anthem, known as "now you release." This anthem is one of the main prayers of the Orthodox Church and is often used during evening services. Anna Prorochytsya was a widow and prophetess, who also met Jesus in the temple on the same day. She was a very old woman who served the Lord posts and prayers. Seeing the baby Jesus, she began to tell everyone about him as a Messiah who was to save the people of Israel.
That can not be done on February 3
- It is forbidden to quarrel, to curse, to swear.
- You should not give someone in debt or take money.
- You cannot wear black clothes, it is to trouble.
Folk signs and traditions on February 3
Among our ancestors there were many interesting omens for this day:
- They looked at what day today: the forest is noisy to the thaw, and if it cracks - wait for the frost;
- Poor thrust in the furnace - warm weather will soon come;
- Sparrows sing loudly - before the rapid arrival of spring;
- A lot of snow lies - summer will be rainy, raw.
The saints are necessarily praying for the health of the child. They were often called "baptists".
Birthday: How to name a child born on February 3
What are the birthday today: Vasyl, Vladimir, Ivan, Michael, Nicholas, Paul, Roman, Semen, Timothy, Anna.
The mascot of a person born on February 3 is turquoise . A mineral that is happiness to its owner. Turquoise has long been used to improve sleep, mood.
Born on this day:
- 1951 - Ukrainian writer Vyacheslav Medvid;
- 1974 - Ukrainian TV presenter, journalist, producer (died in 2009) Igor Pelykh;
- 1979 - Metropolitan of Kyiv and all Ukraine, the head of the Orthodox Church of Ukraine Epiphany.
Memorable dates on February 3
Calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for February 3:
- 301-the Regent of the Crazy Chinese Emperor Hui-di, Sima Lun removes the emperor from power and executes the seisome Prince of Sim Zub;
- 1518 - Bona Sforza leaves Bari to Krakow;
- 1690 - in the English colony of Massachusetts for the first time in America, paper money is put into circulation;
- 1783 - the Spanish King Charles III recognizes the independence of the United States;
- 1894 - in the United States, the first sailboat with a steel body is losing to the water;
- 1929 - the first Congress of Ukrainian Nationalists ends;
- 1986 - Pope John Paul II is found in Calcutta with Mother Teresa;
- 1992 - Ukraine establishes diplomatic relations with Turkey;
- 2021 - the Presidential Decree, the NSDC decision, personal economic sanctions and restrictions on the People's Deputy from Taras Kozak, pro -Russian TV channels 112, ZIK and NewsOne as propaganda.
What a day today is in Ukraine and the world
On February 3, Ukraine and the world are celebrated by International Golden Retriever Day . This holiday is created to honor one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the world - the golden retriever, known for its kindness, dedication and mind. The Day of the Golden Retriever was launched in 2012 by Christine Cooper, a great fan of the breed. She wanted to create a day when the owners of these dogs could celebrate the love of their furry friends and share their photos and stories on social networks.
Also on February 3, World Day of Fighting Non -normative vocabulary . It is an unofficial holiday that encourages people to refrain from abusive words and to form more polite and tolerant communication. Studies show that abusive words can affect emotional state and even increase aggression. At the same time, many people use profanity to express emotions or even to relieve stress.
And on February 3, World Wide Love Day . It is an unofficial holiday that emphasizes freedom in choosing relationships, openness to different formats of love and abandoning social stereotypes. This is a day for anyone who believes that love should not be limited by conventions.
February 3, Doctor (Doctor) . This holiday is dedicated to women in medicine and their contribution to the development of science, treatment and health care. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman in the United States, was selected in honor of the birthday of Elizabeth, who received a doctor's diploma in 1849. She paved the way for women in medicine, despite numerous obstacles and discrimination.
