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A wedding is a sacred church rite, during which loving people transfer their thoughts, aspirations and lives into each other's hands, and make a vow of fidelity before God. In the church, the young are blessed for a happy marriage, for the continuation of the family
Easter is one of the first spring holidays. It is celebrated with an abundant feast. In Russia, for example, 48 dishes were served, one for each of the days of the last fast. Nowadays, Easter cottage cheese, Easter cake and colored eggs are traditionally prepared
Christmas is considered one of the main holidays for Christians, along with Easter. Catholics celebrate it on December 25, Orthodox - on January 7. But despite the difference in calendars, the essence of the holiday is the same - the joy of the birth of the baby Jesus
One of the most important and joyous Christian holidays - Nativity of Christ - is celebrated by the Orthodox Church on January 7. The celebration begins the day before, on Christmas Eve. This is the last day of the Nativity Fast, so the festive evening meal begins with the traditional lenten dish of wheat or rice with honey and nuts - sochi, from which the name of this day comes
On June 27, there are several religious holidays at once. On this day, the Russian Orthodox Church remembers the miracle worker Elisey Sumskiy, and also reveres the Tabyn icon of the Mother of God. Wonderworker Elisey Sumsky The Monk Elisha is called Sumy by the name of the village of Suma, where he was from
Decorating eggs with beads is a separate genre of beading art that requires not only artistic skills, but also well-developed spatial thinking. The egg, due to its irregular shape, is difficult to braid. At the same time, the beading masters cope with this task gracefully and every time in a new way - there is not a single pair of identically braided eggs
Italians are a religious people, it is not for nothing that the Vatican is located on the territory of their country. Each city in Italy has its own special holidays, Naples, for example, especially revered the Madonna del Carmine, and in its suburb - Piedigrotta, Santa Maria di Piedigrotta is celebrated
Major religious holidays are best celebrated with the whole family. It strengthens relationships and brings relatives together. Easter has its own vibrant traditions and rituals, the fulfillment of which brings together all family members. Prepare in advance all the necessary attributes of this holiday - paint for eggs, willow twigs, beautiful tablecloths and napkins, wicker baskets for Easter dishes
In Armenia, Easter is called "Zatik". Presumably, this word comes from the word "azatutyun" - "freedom". Freedom from evil, death, suffering, coming through the Resurrection of Christ. Armenia has its own traditions of celebrating Easter, based on ancient apostolic traditions and folk customs
The Feast of the Nativity of Christ, which falls annually on January 7 according to modern chronology, is one of the most significant celebrations in the Orthodox Church. Christians await this event with special reverence, preparing themselves for great spiritual joy by fasting
On January 19, the feast of Epiphany begins. It is considered one of the most revered in the traditions of Christianity. It is on this day that all the water on earth becomes holy and carries the power of healing. Epiphany water can relieve a person from many ailments
The name Valery is widespread among the Russian people. It symbolizes the special courage of a man, from the Latin the name Valery is translated as "vigorous", "strong". Baptized Orthodox Christians have patron saints named in a similar way
It is necessary to prepare for Easter in advance. Before such a great holiday, according to church rules, it is necessary to observe a seven-week fast. Holy Week precedes Easter and is dedicated to various religious activities that precede the holiday
Lent is not an easy test for the body, both physically and spiritually. Conscious restrictions in food, thoughts and behavior force many to reconsider their positions in life and take a fresh look at what is happening around them. The festive Easter table is a real joy for those who have withstood all the restrictions of Fasting with dignity
The Feast of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos is one of the most revered holidays among Orthodox Christians. It is based on the legend that in the year 910, during the siege of Constantinople by the enemies of Saint Andrew, the Mother of God supposedly appeared, praying for the city and its inhabitants
Lent ends with the bright holiday of Easter. The pre-Easter Passion Week is a special time when believers are preparing for the holy celebration, and each day has its own meaning. Instructions Step 1 Preparing for Easter is about cleansing your soul, body and your own home
Although Maslenitsa is celebrated seven weeks before Easter, many elements of pagan culture have been preserved in it. People are happy to take part in the events associated with this holiday, anticipating the end of the harsh winter and the imminent arrival of warm days, the awakening and renewal of nature
The tradition of giving Easter eggs is one of the most ancient, and it goes back to the legend of how Mary Magdalene came to the Emperor Tiberius to inform about the resurrection of Christ. She brought with her only an ordinary egg, which turned red right in the emperor's hand
Painted eggs are an indispensable attribute of a festive Easter table. To make them colorful, bright and beautiful, you will have to try. Stock up on food colors, onion peels, beets and other foods that will make your holiday treat the most elegant
You can dye Easter eggs not only with purchased food colors or onion skins. There are other harmless but effective ways to color eggs at home. Instructions Step 1 Blue or light blue. Use a head of red cabbage. Pre-boil the cabbage
January 19 in the Orthodox calendar is marked with a special date - the Baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River. As the Gospels and Testimonies of the apostles say, crowds of Jews were waiting for the coming of the Savior, and when Jesus entered the water, the voice of God sounded from heaven, announcing that this was his son, and the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus' shoulder - a beautiful white dove
Bright Easter is an ancient Christian holiday. But it has long been celebrated by many nations outside the church. There are many signs and customs associated with Easter and the Holy Week preceding it, which are still observed in every believing family
Old New Year, celebrated according to modern chronology in Russia on January 14th, is celebrated by many people. However, few people know that this day in the Orthodox Church is marked by its own special celebrations. The date January 14 (new style) in the Christian Orthodox calendar is marked in red text font, because on this day the Church of Christ celebrates several holidays at once
Christmas is one of the most important Christian holidays. Catholics celebrate it on December 25 and continue to celebrate until January 1. Each of the days is dedicated to the memory of a certain holy great martyr or a biblical story. Instructions Step 1 Try to get together with the whole family, this is how Christmas is traditionally celebrated
Easter is considered one of the greatest and most revered Orthodox holidays. The holiday is associated with the Old Testament event of the liberation of Jews from Egyptian slavery. Then the Angel of Death, killing the infants of the Egyptians, passed the doors of Jewish families marked with the blood of the Passover ram
Easter is a bright and joyful holiday. One of the most important for the Orthodox Church. With the advent of Easter, a real spring comes not only on earth, but also in the souls of people. Therefore, for many, it is important to spend this day among relatives in an atmosphere of relaxation and love
As you know, Easter always falls on Sunday. It is good when you can meet a bright holiday in the circle of relatives and friends. But what about those whose working day coincides with the main spiritual holiday? Of course, you shouldn't give up the celebration
Embroidery is a folk art that is strongly associated with traditions and customs. Earlier, from early childhood, girls were taught this type of needlework. The knowledge of what color threads to convey the festive mood, how to choose the right pattern for the Easter picture was passed down from generation to generation
Orthodox holidays are important for understanding the very essence of Christianity. They are far from always dedicated to happy and joyful events, but they are always associated with the spiritual world of a person. Involvement in Orthodox holidays helps a person to escape from earthly worries, to come closer to higher spheres
Stores offer many different formulations for dyeing eggs. But is all this chemistry really harmless for our health? Still, it is safer to use natural dyes that can be found in every home. It is necessary - turmeric 3 tbsp. spoons - onion peel - red cabbage - beet - coffee Instructions Step 1 Pour 3 tablespoons into boiled, hot water
Baptism is an important event in a child's life. From that day on, the girl receives the protection and blessing of the saints. From the day of his baptism, the child receives one more parents - godmother and father, who also bear responsibility for the fate of the baby
The preparation for Easter itself begins during Holy Week from Monday to Saturday. Instructions Step 1 Monday On this day, you need to start cleaning the house. Special attention is paid to window cleaning. Since ancient times, it was believed that clean windows let the light of the holiday into the house
In the Christian tradition, it is customary to call children by the names that are found in Orthodox saints. That is, the child is given the name of a saint who, after receiving holy baptism, becomes the heavenly patron of a new member of the Church of Christ
Holy Easter (Surb Zatik) is widely and generously celebrated in Armenia. The name of the holiday means "deliverance from torment," like Christ's deliverance from torment on the cross. Also, since the pre-Christian period, the Armenian Easter personifies gratitude to natural forces for the onset of spring, when everything around is awakening from hibernation
As a rule, Shrovetide is celebrated exactly one week before the beginning of Lent. The celebration of Shrovetide is accompanied by sleigh rides from the icy mountains, lighting fires. Of course, what Shrovetide can be without the traditional baking of pancakes, which are a symbol of the sun
Maslenitsa, along with Easter and Trinity, is an important folk holiday for Orthodox Russians, traditionally celebrated in mid-to-late winter. In 2018, the celebration will start in early February due to early Easter. Fans of folk festivals, brave fun and butter pancakes are interested in the date of Maslenitsa in 2018
There are many holidays that Russians like to celebrate. But one of the main ones is the spring holiday - Easter. This bright and kind holiday brings with it faith, hope and love. Nowadays Easter occupies a very important place in the lives of many people, becoming a deeply family holiday
Easter is one of those few Orthodox holidays celebrated even by people who are not very religious. Traditionally, Christ Sunday is celebrated with family and closest people. Fill this day with joy and fun games. Instructions Step 1 Agree with friends at least a day before Easter about where you will meet, what time and what you will do
Eid al-Adha: the time of joy and generosity! This is the most important holiday for Muslim believers. He reminds people of the mercy of the Almighty. How to celebrate this holiday? Pray on the eve of the celebration. Start getting ready before dawn:
Easter is the main religious holiday for all Christians. It is celebrated in different ways in different countries. But everyone is united by the very essence of the holiday: believers believe that on this day Jesus Christ resurrected after the painful death