What is celebrated on December 28: church dates, folk signs and traditions

On December 28, Ukrainians remember significant events in church history, and also observe traditions that combine the religious and folk calendars.

Church holidays on December 28

In 2023, the Orthodox Church of Ukraine switched to the New Julian calendar, so many holidays are celebrated 13 days earlier.

  • According to the new style :
    on December 28, the memory of 20 thousand martyrs from Nicomedia is commemorated. At the beginning of the 4th century, during the persecutions of Emperor Maximian, Christians who gathered in the church for Christmas were locked up and burned alive. Among them were the clergy and ordinary believers. Their feat became a symbol of devotion to faith.
  • According to the old style :
    Today is the memory of Saint Stephen, Archbishop of Suroz. He is known for his steadfastness in faith and service even during persecution.

Folk traditions and omens

People call December 28 the day of the Christmas carnivore , because from this day until Lent, it is allowed to eat meat dishes.

Signs of the day:

  • Loud chirping of tits in the morning - to severe frosts.
  • If the day seemed cold, there will be long frosts ahead.
  • Red reflections in the sky are a sign of future snowfall.

What not to do:

  • Slander, quarrel, envy, be lazy.
  • To refuse help to those who need it.
  • Borrowing money or taking on debt can bring bad luck.
  • Do needlework in order not to "confuse" your life.

What can be done:

  • Pray for the health of loved ones, strengthening of faith and peace.
  • Invite guests and spend time in the family circle.
  • Cook meat dishes, give warm things or sweets to older people.
  • Remembering the good events of the year and making wishes with the whole family - it is believed that they will come true.

Angel Day is December 28

Today, name days are celebrated:

  • According to the new style: Yukhym, Petro, Arkady, Oleksandr, Ignatius.
  • According to the old style: Oleksandr, Vasyl, Hilarion, Stepan, Pavlo.

December 28 is a day when you should focus on spirituality, traditions and good deeds, as well as enjoy comfort in the circle of family and loved ones.

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