Today, in Ukraine and the world, there are a number of events, both religious and secular. This day is full of commemorative dates, professional holidays and unusual international initiatives.
Church holiday
On the Christian calendar on April 8 is the day of memory of the Apostles Irodion, Agawa, Asincritus, Rufa, Flegonte and Erm. They were among the 70 disciples of Jesus Christ, whom he sent for a sermon. The Apostle Herodion, a relative of the Apostle Paul, actively assisted him in the spread of Christianity. Agave known to his prophetic gift, and Ruf, asycrit, Jerm and Flegonte hugged bishops in different cities of the Mediterranean.
From ancient times, people's bans have been connected with this day. On April 8, it is not recommended to fish, clean or take water from natural sources. It was believed that it could angry spirits. According to the signs, the fog promised dry May in the morning, and the rain - a generous grain harvest.
That cannot be done on April 8
- Do not go fishing.
- It is impossible to clean in the house, because you are disturbed by the house.
- It is forbidden to collect water from rivers and lakes as you will be wrapped in the anger of Vodianik.
Folk signs and traditions on April 8
Among our ancestors there were many interesting omens for this day:
- They watched what day today: in the morning, the fog will cease on the ground - there will be no rains by May;
- Clear and bright day before heat;
- around the moon red shades - wait for a thunderstorm;
- It rains to a large crop of cereals.
Our ancestors believed that this day is perfect for marriage, because the wedding promises that family life would be long and happy. If you promise this day, you will surely fulfill it with will.
Birthday: How to name a child born April 8
What are the birthdays today: Hilarion, Ivan, Rodion, Joseph, Yarema, Jacob, Luke, Julia.
The mascot of a person born on April 8 is an adventurine. It has long been called the "Stone of the Sun" and "a stone of subtle love" because it believed that it tied two people. They also believed that adventurine helps to improve your mood, find the cheerfulness of the spirit and the clarity of the mind.
Born on this day:
- 1941 - Ukrainian actress, singer Maria Mykolaychuk;
- 1966-Ukrainian musician, vocalist, author of texts, founder and leader of the Cossack rock of the band "Haydamaky" Alexander Yarmola;
- 1979-Ukrainian Professional Boxer Vyacheslav Uzelkov.
Memorable dates on April 8
Calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for April 8:
- 1093 - the monks of the Kingdom of England under the leadership of Volkelin move to a new temple - the Winchery Cathedral;
- 1271 - Sultan of Mameluk Bibes and captures the fortress of Hospitalers Krak de Shevalier in Syria;
- 1513 - Navan Ponsey de Leon navigator declares Florida by Spain's possession;
- 1548 - Peru becomes the territory of Spain;
- 1766 - in England, for the first time, they receive a patent in the way of fire evacuation: a wicker basket on the pulley and chain;
- 1830 - Mexico prohibits the further colonization of Texas by Americans;
- 1853 - the first officially registered chess club opens;
- 1904 - The United Kingdom and France sign an agreement called the "heart -agreement" (Entente), which ends almost a thousand years of conflict between two nations;
- 1930 - O. Dovzhenko's film "Earth" is published on Kiev screens;
- 1943 - in the United States frozen rises of prices and salaries;
- 1947 - the largest spot in the sun (up to 18 billion square kilometers) is fixed;
- 1971 - The first World Gypsy Congress in London is taking place, which receives a Gypsy Anthem and Flag;
- 1990 - ABC's American channel begins the premiere show of the Twin Pix series;
- 1990-Above the Ivano-Frankivsk City Council for the first time in the Soviet period raise the Ukrainian National Flag #
- 1997-Silver Dollar in 1804 is sold in New York for a record amount of $ 1.815 million;
- 2005 - the funeral of Pope John Paul II, which becomes the most massive ceremonial event in human history;
- 2014 - active fighting for Lugansk airport begins during the war in eastern Ukraine.
What a day today is in Ukraine and the world
the Day of Military Commissariat employees in Ukraine Professional holiday. It was on this day of 1918 that military commissariats were founded on the territory of modern Ukraine. They are responsible for the organization of mobilization, accounting and preparation for the service.
Also April 8, International Beauty Contest Day. The holiday was created in 2018. It honors the talent and aspirations of women who are involved in beauty competitions around the world. The first beauty pageant was held on the initiative of Fineas Taylor Barnum in 1854. However, such an event only won such an event in 1921, when the Miss America was held in the United States.
And on April 8, the day of the dwarf hippo. For the first time, the holiday was celebrated in 2013 on the initiative of Pygmy Hippo Foundation, which is a non -profit organization that deals with the preservation of dwarf hippos. Until this event is a global initiative, but it is quite important among other environmental measures.
April 8 is celebrating International Buddhism Day. The celebration date was chosen in honor of the Buddha Shakyamuni's birthday, which was the founder of this doctrine. In Japan, the holiday is called the Festival of Flowers. Buddhism is a religious-philosophical doctrine that appeared in ancient India around the 6th century BC.
Also April 8, International Roma Day. The holiday was launched in 1990 at the World Congress of Roma, which took place in Poland. The date was chosen to commemorate the date of the First Congress. Also on this day in Roma celebrate the Day of Horses (decorating horses with wreaths).
April 8 is celebrated by International Feng Shui Day. It is an ancient philosophy that originated about 3,000 years ago in China. Feng Shui is a complex system of positioning buildings and objects inside them so as to reconcile their position with spiritual forces.
