What is celebrated on July 23 in Ukraine: traditions, folk signs and bans of the day

Today, July 23, Ukrainians live a normal summer weekday without official holidays. At the same time, this date is of ecclesiastical importance, has retained folk signs and is celebrated in the world as an environmental initiative.

Church holiday on July 23

Orthodox Christians honor the Pochaiv icon of the Mother of God - one of the most revered shrines of Ukraine. It is believed that in prayers for this image they ask for healing from serious illness, protection against enemies, strengthening of faith. Martyrs Trochim and Theophilus are also mentioned - symbols of hard work and stability.

On the old style of July 23, the ecclesiastical calendar dates back to Anthony Pechersky, one of the founders of monasticism in Russia.

Folk traditions and omens

In the people, this day was favorable for work, especially on earth. It was thought that the more you have to do today, the happier the year will be. Particularly good sign was considered to be marriage - the union should be long and harmonious.

Also in the weather of this day our ancestors tried to predict the harvest:

  • Rain - to a good harvest of vegetables,

  • fog - on many mushrooms,

  • starry sky - on the change of weather,

  • Strong wind - in the cool August.

That cannot be done on July 23

Among the prohibitions that have been passed from generation to generation are laziness, inaction, translation of cases into others. It was not recommended to show cruelty or greed - it was believed that it could cause trouble.

International events

In the world of July 23, World Whale and Dolphin Day is celebrated, which is intended to draw attention to the protection of marine mammals and problems of oceans pollution.

Also today:

  • Revolution Day in Egypt,

  • Letters Day in Japan,

  • Engineer's Day in Singapore,

  • Children's Day in Indonesia.

Known birthdays on July 23

Among the people born on this day: Actors Woody Harrelson and Daniel Radcliffe, writer Raymond Chandler, chemist Vladimir Predelog, architect Richard Rogers.

This day can be a good reason to remember good traditions and look more closely at nature.

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