On November 30, Orthodox Christians who follow the New Julian calendar remember the Apostle Andrew the Firstborn and Saint Frumentius. This day is full of folk traditions and church customs, which are closely intertwined with modern life.
What is today's church holiday according to the new calendar?
Apostle Andrew the First-Called was one of the closest disciples of Jesus Christ and the first to answer his call. Thanks to Andrew, his brother Simeon, later known as the apostle Peter, joined the apostolic community. Andriy is revered as the patron saint of Ukraine, as well as sailors and fishermen.
Saint Frumentius is the archbishop of India who lived in the 4th century. He played an important role in the Christianization of Abyssinia (modern Ethiopia), baptizing the local king and a significant part of his subjects.
According to the Julian calendar, this day celebrates the memory of Saint Gregory the Wonderworker, known for his theological works and numerous miracles.
Folk traditions and omens
Andrew's Day has long been celebrated in Ukraine on November 30 . This day was considered magical among the people, especially for young people.
Weather and harvest signs:
- Good weather - the winter will be warm and with little snow.
- Frosts - winter promises to be cold.
- The ice on the river is dark - to a rich harvest.
- A light halo around the moon - for a change in the weather.
What can't be done on November 30?
- Quarrel, gossip, envy.
- According to the omens, doing needlework can "tangle nets" for Andrii.
- Engage in heavy physical work.
What can be done?
On St. Andrew's Day, believers pray to St. Andrew about:
- protection from enemies;
- healing from diseases;
- success in marriage and well-being of children.
Girls on this day traditionally made fortune-telling on the condemned man, but the church has a negative attitude towards this custom.
Who celebrates birthdays?
New-style name names :
Andriy, Vasyl, Hilarion, Ivan, Arseny, Yosyp, Grigoriy.
Old-style name names :
Grigory, Gennady, Mykhailo, Zakhar.
