On January 8, believers celebrate the day of remembrance of several saints. According to the new calendar, they honor St. George the Chozevit, the Kiev-Pechersk hermits Gregory, and St. Elijah of Egypt. According to the old style, on this day they celebrate the Cathedral of the Most Holy Theotokos, turning to the Virgin Mary with prayers for family happiness.
Ukrainian traditions: Midwife Day
In the folk calendar, January 8 is known as Midwife Day . In Kievan Rus, this profession was extremely respected. Midwives not only delivered babies, but also supported young mothers, teaching them how to care for their children. Traditionally, on this day, hearty porridge, called “woman's porridge,” was prepared to treat both the midwife and the babies.
What can't you do on January 8?
This day is associated with childbirth, so it's forbidden to:
- hitting or scolding children;
- pregnant women should not be nervous or do needlework.
Weather signs:
- Frost on trees means a rich harvest.
- The windows are fogged up - wait for the thaw.
- If frost has struck, warming will not come soon.
Day
is celebrated today by George, Gregory, Vladimir, Ilya, Anton, Vasilisa, Maria, Dmitry, Mikhail, Alexander and others.
Holidays around the world
Internationally, January 8 is celebrated as World Printing Day , commemorating the invention of Johannes Gutenberg. It was on January 8, 1440, that he created the printing press, which revolutionized the dissemination of knowledge.
Famous people born on this day
Among Ukrainians born on this day:
- Ignat Yura is an actor and director;
- Vasyl Symonenko — poet;
- Valentina Tserbe-Nesina — biathlete;
- Elena Grushina is a figure skater.
Birthdays celebrated around the world on January 8th:
- Elvis Presley and David Bowie - legendary musicians;
- Stephen Hawking - scientist;
- Damiano David is the leader of the band Måneskin.
Spring warmth in January
The weather this day will please with spring warmth: the temperature in Ukraine reaches +5°…+13°. However, there will be rain in some regions.
