Today, several important dates are celebrated in the world - World Non -Governmental Organization Day, International Optimist Day and International Polar Bear Day . The vessels honor the memory of the Holy Reverend Concord of the Decapolitis.
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What today for a church holiday
February 27 in the church calendar is the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Reverend Concord of the Decapolit. He was a Byzantine monk who lived in the second half of the 8th century. He was born in the region of Decapolis (Ten Grade), located east of Genzarimar Lake. Procopius is known for its monk's asceticism, prayer and fasting. Procopius was one of the active opponents of Iconocarbon Eres, supported by Vasilevs Lev V. For his beliefs, he was subjected to numerous existence and imprisoned into a dungeon, where he spent many years along with other Orthodox ascetics, including Vasyl Azucher. After the death of Leo V, Procopius lived for about ten years, continuing his monastic ascetic. He died in old age, leaving the glory as a great defender of Orthodox icons.
That cannot be done on February 27
- Cannot be denied in a guest.
- You should not pass by the person asking for help.
- It is forbidden to move on a long journey.
Folk signs and traditions on February 27
Among our ancestors there were many interesting omens for this day:
- They looked at what day today: the willow was already blossomed - to a big crop;
- The rooks flew to the nests - wait for the warm spring;
- From the roofs of the houses he drops profusely - until the warm summer;
- Snowdrops bloomed - you can start field work.
It has long been believed that spring begins from this day. Traditionally, the door to the house had to be kept open to let its warmth.
Birthday: How to name a child born on February 27
Who celebrates the birthday today: Makar, Michael, Peter, Stepan, Jacob.
The mascot of a person born on February 27 is an emerald. A stone that has antibacterial properties. Emerald helps fight various infections.
Born on this day:
- 1887-a pilot-innovator, the first performer of Nesterov's loop, a member of the Kiev Society of Aeronautics Petro Nesterov;
- 1904 - Ukrainian writer Leonid Smilyansky;
- 1923 - UPA soldier, political prisoner Ivan Terletsky.
Memorable dates on Feb 27
Calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for February 27:
- 1593-Japanese troops break down the Chinese-Korean Coalition Army in the Battle of Pyokchegwan;
- 1594 - the first of the Bourbons, Henry IV, becomes the king of France;
- 1870 - the Japanese government approves the state flag;
- 1919 - the Entente commission meets with Chief Ataman Simon Petliura;
- 1933 - arson of the German Reichstag, which was used by Hitler as an excuse for the dissolution of the Reichstag and the installation of a dictatorship in the Third Reich;
- 1942 - mass executions in Babi Yar by German troops of members of the Ukrainian nationalist underground;
- 1942 - the beginning of the battle in the Javanese Sea between Japan and the US;
- 1944 - Mass burning of Chechens by NKVD troops in the village of Hybach;
- 1952-the UN for the first time holds a meeting in the new headquarters in New York;
- 1991 - US President George Herbert Walker Bush announces the release of Kuwait during the Storm Operation in the desert;
- 2014 - Russian special forces in military uniform without distinctive signs capture the buildings of parliament and the Council of Ministers of Crimea and hang Russian flags above them;
- 2015 - In Moscow near the Kremlin, one of the main leaders of political opposition by the Putin regime, former Viceremier of the Russian government Boris Nemtsov, is shot.
What is the day in Ukraine and the world tomorrow
On February 27, Ukraine and the world are celebrated by International Optimist Day . It is an unofficial holiday dedicated to people who see the world in a positive light, inspire others and find opportunities even in difficult situations. Optist Day is reminiscent of the importance of positive thinking and faith in better. Optimism helps to overcome difficulties, improves well -being and even has a positive effect on health. This is a great opportunity to set yourself up for a wave of joy and inspiration!
Also on February 27, World Non -Governmental Organization Day . It is an international holiday devoted to the activities of non -governmental organizations (NGOs) that play an important role in solving social, environmental, humanitarian and other global problems. The idea of celebrating this day came in 2010 in Latvia. Officially, the day was recognized in 2014 by the UN, the EU and other international structures.
And on February 27, anosmia awareness day . Anosmia is a complete or partial loss of smell. It can be congenital or acquired due to infections, injuries, allergies or neurological diseases. On this day, people share their experiences, and medical communities lectures and campaigns to raise awareness.
February 27 International Polar Bear Day . It is an ecological holiday dedicated to the problem of the disappearance of polar bears through climate change, the melting of Arctic ice and the impact of human activity. Polar bears are key predators of the Arctic, and their survival depends on the state of the environment. This day reminds us all about the importance of nature protection and preservation of Arctic ecosystems!
