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Today, October 28, 2017, Grandparents' Day, All-Russian Gymnastics Day and other events are also celebrated.

On October 28, 2017, the national holiday Efimy Autumn is celebrated. On this day the church remembers Saint Euthymius of Thessalonica (birth name - Nikita).

According to legend, he was born in the 9th century into a simple Christian family in Palestine. By the will of his parents, he married early. At the age of 18, he took monastic vows and, leaving his wife and daughter, came to the monastery on Mount Olympus, where he was named Euthymius and sent to the monastery of Pisidion.

In 858, Euthymius took a vow of monk and began to live in solitude with the hermit Joseph on Mount Athos. In 863 he accomplished the feat of stylite life. After Joseph's death, he returned to Thessaloniki, restored the destroyed monastery of St. Andrew and created a monastic community. Later he founded a convent, to which some of his relatives went, following his preaching.

In 889 he went to Palestine, where he died.

People believed that Efimiya was beginning to experience an evil spirit that was trying to interfere with women during housework. To save yourself from misfortune, you need to make the sign of the cross and read a prayer to Saint Euthymius, but you can completely drive out the kikimora only with the arrival of spring, by performing a special ritual.

According to signs, if a cloud floats above the rising sun on Euphemia Autumn, then do not expect good weather.

If the sun is surrounded by red circles at sunset, then the weather will be frosty all week.

If there are small circles in the clear evening sky next to the moon, then frost will strike. If these circles are reddish in color and have an unclear shape, then expect snowfall and windy weather.

Traditionally, October 28 is Grandparents' Day. This holiday does not have an approved single international celebration date.

In Poland, it was divided into two parts: January 21 is Grandmothers' Day, and January 22 is Grandfathers' Day. In Italy, celebrations take place on the first Sunday in October. In Turkey, it was declared international and is held on February 8, before Valentine's Day. In France, only Grandmothers' Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in March.

All-Russian Gymnastics Day 2017 falls on October 28. It is not a national holiday. The founder was the Federation of Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics of Russia in 1999.

In Russia, October 28 is the Day of the Creation of Army Aviation, Neelov reports. On this day in 1948, a special unit was created in the USSR - a helicopter squadron, the base for which was a military unit in the city of Serpukhov (Moscow region). This day became the starting date for the creation of army aviation.

International Animation Day is celebrated annually on October 28th. This event was established in 2002 at the request of the French branch of the International Animated Film Association (ACIFA).

In Russia, they joined the celebration in 2007, dedicating the premiere of this day to the memory of A. Tatarsky, director-animator and author of the cartoons “Plasticine Crow”, “Last Year’s Snow Was Falling” and many others.

In order to inform the public about the moral values of this sport, the International Judo Federation organized World Judo Day in 2011. The date chosen for the celebration was October 28, the birthday of the martial artist and founder of the Kodokan school, Jigoro Kano.

The national holiday in Cyprus is Okha Day, celebrated every year on October 28th. On this day, the Greek Prime Minister rejected an ultimatum from Italy and entered World War II.

This day is celebrated with great respect throughout Cyprus. The holiday is celebrated simultaneously in Greece. Military parades are held on this day. On this day, all government institutions are decorated with national state flags.

Afanasy from childhood he strives to be aware of everything: the boy examines the cabinets and drawers in his own apartment, knows what is outside his yard, since he often, contrary to his parents’ instructions, goes on small trips. Afanasy’s passion for learning new things continues into adulthood; he loves tourism and spends a lot of time hiking. The ideal job for Afanasy is the tourism business.

Denis- an incredibly kind and sociable person, and among his loyal friends are not only the people around him, but also numerous animals for whom he has great love. A boy with this name in childhood is distinguished by his hard work and cares for his parents, however, his behavior at school cannot be called exemplary, since Denis’s irrepressible energy does not allow Denis to sit in one place for a long time. In adulthood, Denis can become interested in collecting; he knows the value of money and knows how to manage it.

Efim– a sensitive and artistic person, very kind by nature. In life, Efim often faces difficulties, because he strives to be fair in all matters and support the weak if they need help. Efim appreciates good cuisine, so he will decide to marry only a woman who has some success in the field of cooking. It’s always fun to be in company with Efim, despite the fact that he rarely drinks alcoholic beverages.

Ivan- a multifaceted person, he can prove himself in different roles, people with this name make good pilots, doctors and loaders. It is important for Ivan to feel the support of his loved ones; he communicates with almost all his relatives; his parents, brothers, sisters and his wife’s friends will quickly become his friends. Ivan’s wife should not often bring girlfriends to the house, because, even with great affection for his wife, the husband can get carried away with other women, such is Ivan’s reckless character.

Lukyan- a person who is open and easy to communicate with, he is not inclined to fear difficulties, he is used to achieving his goal, no matter how incredible and unattainable it may seem. Lukyan cannot be called a homebody; he would prefer going to a museum, theater or cafe to spending time watching TV.

Erasmus of Rotterdam(1459) - writer and publisher who became popular thanks to the parody “Praise of Stupidity”, where stupidity praised itself. The author’s tone was unique; there was no anger or harsh sarcasm in it; people’s shortcomings were ridiculed complacently, humorously and condescendingly. Many rulers of that time dreamed of getting Rotterdamsky as an adviser; he was awarded the rank of “royal adviser.”

Roman Viktyuk(1936) – director of the State Theater of Roman Viktyuk, which opened in 1990 with the play “Madama Butterfly”. Viktyuk worked at the Russian Drama Theater of Lithuania, at the Satyricon Theater (the famous work “The Maids” brought the director worldwide fame), and teaches as a professor at GITIS. Roman Viktyuk is called a classic of provocations, his performances are unique, which is noted not only by Russian but also foreign critics: the director was awarded international awards and included in 50 people in the world who influenced world art in the second half of the 20th century (according to theatergoers in the United States of America).

Bill Gates(1955) - founder of Microsoft Corporation, one of the richest people in the world, whose fortune amounts to tens of billions of dollars. Thanks to his outstanding achievements and great charitable activities, Bill Gates became the owner of the title of Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire. The books “The Road to the Future” and “Business at the Speed of Thought,” authored by an outstanding programmer, have been translated into many languages of the world and have become a global bestseller.

Julia Roberts(1967) - American actress, winner of several Oscars, the first actress in film history to receive $25 million for her role in a film. She is known for her roles in the films “Pretty Woman”, “Runaway Bride”, “Stepmom”.

October 28, 1492– Christopher Columbus and his fellow seafarers landed in Cuba, thinking they had reached China. The Spaniards, who dreamed of the untold riches of the eastern country, were surprised to find poor reed huts, corn, tobacco and potato plantations. Christopher suggested that his team sailed to a distant, poor Chinese region and, not knowing that he had discovered America, went in search of richer Chinese and Japanese lands.

October 28, 1886– the official opening of the main symbol of the United States of America – the Statue of Liberty – took place. The famous landmark is located at the mouth of the Hudson, in New York Harbor. The symbol of America was donated to the United States of America by France, and it was here that the famous monument designed by Eiffel was constructed. The statue is a symbol of friendship between the United States and France and was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of American independence.

October 28, 1908– a significant event took place in the history of the Russian Empire, the first short feature film called “Ponizovaya Volnitsa” was released, and it was with this that the Russian cinema began.

October 28, 1918– Day of the formation of Czechoslovakia. Prague gained independence from Austria-Hungary, the Czech Republic was united with neighboring Slovakia.

It is important for every religion to honor its rituals and customs. This makes any adherent of the faith purer and closer to God. That is why it is important to know which Orthodox holidays are celebrated in October 2019, what rules need to be followed, and what legend made this or that holiday so revered.

Memorial Day of the Icon of the Molchenskaya Mother of God

This holiday is celebrated on the first day of the month of October. This icon is located in the city of Putivl, in a convent and is the main local shrine. An image of the Mother of God miraculously appeared in the Molche swamp on the day when the appearance of this blessing is now celebrated. The beekeeper who found her heard a booming voice that commanded to build a temple in honor of the Mother of God at this place. When people came to this place, the face of the saint shone with divine light.

This icon survived the looting of the monastery and the move to a new church. Thanks to the caring hands of church ministers, it has survived to this day and still gives people divine grace.

Conception of the glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist of the Lord John

This significant event falls on October 6. The prophet Malachi predicted that before the appearance of the Savior, his Forerunner would appear to the people. As a result, the Palestinian priest Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth prayed for a long time for a child, but God still did not hear his prayer. Having already reached a fairly advanced age, entering the church before a blessing for the people, the face of the Archangel Gabriel appeared to him, who promised him a child. He forced Zacharias, who did not believe, to become numb until the birth of the Forerunner. This is the history of this holiday.

Day of St. Sergius of Radonezh

This holiday is celebrated October 8. The founder of the Russian Enlightenment and Renaissance. The engine of culture of the second half of the 14th century, a devout Christian - all this is a description of St. Sergius of Radonezh. He was marked by the Lord from the very conception, but there were no concessions in his upbringing. That is why he did so much for the Russian people and our culture in the post-Tatar yoke. For the sake of his spiritual feat, in the name of his memory, a holiday was appointed on October 8 in the name of St. Sergius of Radonezh.

Repose (death) of the holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian

The date of this holiday is October 9. This day is dedicated to the death of John the Theologian. He was a beloved Apostle of Christ, loved those around him, and had a particularly sacrificial character. Accompanying Jesus everywhere, including in the days of his death, he was named by him the son of the Mother of God. Caring for the latter until her death, he worried about her every second and never left Jerusalem.

After the death of the Mother of God, John went to Asia Minor, preaching Christianity. Having overcome many mortal dangers, he was able to write the Book of Revelations about the Apocalypse. He was the chosen one of the Lord and carried his faith through many difficulties. That is why the day of his death was elevated to church holidays.

Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The main church holiday of the autumn month of October falls on 14th. On this day, according to the information in the Great Four Menaions of St. Andrew the Fool, during the night vigil, the Great Mother of God descended to the worshipers, accompanied by the forerunner John and John the Theologian, as well as many other saints. That night she gave grace to the temple, blessed people and humanity.

On this day, the visit of the Virgin Mary to the sinful earth is celebrated. The essence of this vision was as follows: the city in which people were praying was besieged, and the appearance of the Mother of God forced the attackers to retreat. There is a lot of controversy about the creation of this holiday, and this issue has also been raised many times at church or scientific conferences. There are quite a large number of versions and disagreements regarding this, but everyone agrees on one thing - this is a holy day for every Orthodox Christian.

Memorial Day of the Holy Fathers of the VII Ecumenical Council

This significant church holiday is celebrated October 24. On this day, at the Ecumenical Council it was decided whether icons should be venerated or whether they should not be elevated to the level of a shrine. The Holy Fathers at this time decided that the painted faces of saints were also important for faith, and therefore sacred for everyone who believes in the Lord. In addition, on this day many other fundamental issues of faith were resolved, which subsequently regulate the life of Orthodoxy, church activities and the daily behavior of everyone under the wing of the Almighty.

Also on this day the day of remembrance of the Council of the Venerable Optina Elders is celebrated.

Observance of Orthodox church holidays is not just archaic rituals. This is an opportunity to cultivate the spirit to pray to God and become a good Christian. Remember the Almighty and live piously.

October 28, 2017 - Saturday, day 301 of 2017 according to the Gregorian calendar. October 28 corresponds to October 15 of the Julian calendar (old style).

Holidays October 28, 2017 in Russia

All-Russian Gymnastics Day. On the last Saturday of October, Russian athletes celebrate Gymnastics Day, established in 1999. The initiative to introduce this date into the calendar was made by the Russian Federation of Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics.
Day of the creation of army aviation. The Day of the Creation of Russian Army Aviation is celebrated annually on October 28. This date was chosen for the holiday in honor of the anniversary of the creation of army aviation in Russia: on October 28, 1948, the first aviation squadron equipped with helicopters was formed. This squadron marked the beginning of a separate branch of the USSR Armed Forces.

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Holidays on October 28, 2017 in Ukraine

Day of liberation from fascist invaders. On October 28, Ukraine celebrates a significant date in its history - the Day of Liberation from Fascist Invaders (Ukrainian: “Day of liberation of Ukraine from fascist prisons”) - a national holiday dedicated to the expulsion of the troops of Nazi Germany from the territory of Ukraine by the Red Army in 1944.

World and international holidays October 28, 2017

International Animation Day. International Animation Day, celebrated annually on October 28, was established by the French branch of the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA) in 2002 in honor of the 110th anniversary of the public presentation of the first animation technology. On this significant day - October 28, 1892 - in Paris, the artist and inventor Emile Reynaud invited spectators to a new, never-before-seen spectacle - the “optical theater” (theatre optique). The talented inventor for the first time publicly demonstrated his praxinoscope apparatus, which showed moving pictures. Now we would call this event the birth of the prototype of modern cartoons, and it is this date that is now considered the beginning of the era of animated films.

Orthodox holidays October 28, 2017

The following memorial dates have been established:

Dimitrievskaya parent's Saturday;
Memorial Day of St. Euthymius the New, Thessalonica, hierodeacon;
Memorial Day of the Venerable Martyr Lucian of Antioch, presbyter;
Memorial Day of St. Athanasius (Sakharov), confessor, Bishop of Kovrov;
Memorial Day of St. John, Bishop of Suzdal;
Memorial Day of the Hieromartyr Lucian of Pechersk, in the Far Caves, presbyter;
Memorial Day of the Martyr Sarvil and the Martyr Vevey;
Memorial Day of St. Savin of Catania (Sicily), Bishop;
Memorial Day of Hieromartyr Simeon Konyukhov, presbyter;
Memorial Day of Hieromartyr Dimitry Kasatkin, presbyter;
“Spreader of the Loaves” - icon of the Mother of God.

National holidays October 28, 2017

Efimy Osenniy. The national holiday “Efimy Autumn” is celebrated on October 28 (according to the old style - October 15). In the church calendar, this is the date of memory of St. Euthymius of Thessalonica. Other names of the holiday: “Lenyanitsy”, “Luki”, “Efim”, “Efim the beekeeper”. Nikita (this name was given to the future saint at birth) was born into a Christian family, at the insistence of his parents he married early, but already at the age of 18, leaving his wife and daughter, he took monastic vows in a monastery on Mount Olympus. After some time, Euthymius became a schema-monk, went to Athos and settled there with the hermit Joseph, with whom he competed in mortification. After the death of his comrade, Euthymius founded a monastic community near Thessaloniki, restoring the ruins of the ancient monastery of St. Andrew. They said about this day in Rus': “Efimy closes the roots of grass and trees with the ground with the cold, covers every insect in the withered grass, brings sleep to nature.” It was a correct observation: winter was approaching, and all plants and animals were preparing for its arrival. Winter was gaining strength, and with it, unclean spirits became more active, for example, kikimora, which did not dare to harm people in the summer. According to legend, with Efimiya she began to interfere with women and girls in any endeavor: she tangled yarn, tore fabric, broke pots. They said that you can see a kikimora only in one situation - if it sits down at the weaving mill to ruin the weaver’s work. In this case, it was necessary to make the sign of the cross over the evil spirits and ask Efimy for help. However, the kikimora could be completely kicked out of the house only with the arrival of spring, after performing a certain ritual. Despite the tricks of the undead, the peasant women continued to do household chores. First of all, flax was crushed and ruffled and yarn was prepared. The girls took on this work with all care and diligence. The quality of the raw materials will be the same as the final result of the work, that is, the linen that comes off the loom. On this day, they held a show: they took frayed flax out into the street and looked at who had it thinner and softer. The men felted felt boots for the winter, repaired agricultural implements, repaired sleighs, and in warm areas they removed the last hives from the omshaniks. Therefore, another name for this day is Efimy the beekeeper.

Holidays on October 28, 2017 in countries around the world

Holiday in the Czech Republic October 28, 2017 - Independence Day. October 28 is celebrated annually as Independence Day of the Czech Republic. This public holiday commemorates the anniversary of the founding of the independent Czechoslovak Republic in 1918. Then the Czech Republic, as part of Czechoslovakia, gained independence from Austria-Hungary, and subsequently the independence of the Czech Republic itself was proclaimed in 1993.
Holiday in Greece and Cyprus October 28, 2017 - Okha Day. In Greece and Cyprus, Okha Day is celebrated annually on October 28th. This holiday is of national significance and is dedicated to the anniversary of an important event in the history of Greece. On October 28, 1940, Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas rejected an ultimatum from Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, in which the latter proposed that Greece surrender without a fight. Metaskas’ refusal was accompanied by a categorical cry of “No!”, which in Greek sounds like “Ohi.” Therefore, the holiday dedicated to this event was called Okha Day. For the first time, Okha Day in Greece began to be celebrated during the Second World War, and later the holiday acquired the status of a state holiday.
Holiday in China October 28, 2017 - Chongyang Festival (Double Nine Festival). In China, as well as in many other countries that use the traditional Chinese lunar calendar, the Chongyang Festival, also known as the Double Nine Festival, is celebrated on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. This holiday has ancient roots and traditions. According to Chinese beliefs, the number "9" symbolizes yang, and double nine (the ninth day of the ninth month) has very strong yang energy. Such a day is potentially dangerous for people, so to prevent possible troubles, several important rituals should be performed on this day. Thus, during the Chongyang Festival, it is necessary to climb a high mountain, drink some chrysanthemum wine or chrysanthemum tea, and wear dogwood branches. And on this day a special five-layer cake should be served, decorated with a flag, which symbolizes the dogwood.

The first month of autumn sees many solemn events that every respectable Christian should remember.

Thanks to the fact that Church holidays in September 2017 are indicated in the Orthodox calendar, everyone can easily familiarize themselves with the most significant of them. In addition, the calendar tells not only about everyday holiday events, but also about fasting - periods of intercourse with the Lord through renunciation of worldly entertainment and food.

Find useful information about memorable days, church celebrations and other events important to the church from our Orthodox almanac, published below.

Orthodox holidays in September 2017

September 1, 2017 (Friday)

Martyr Andrew Stratilates and with him 2593 martyrs.
Saint Pitirim, Bishop of Great Perm.
Martyrs Agapius, Timothy and Martyr Thekla.
Fasting day.

September 2, 2017 (Saturday)

Memorial day in honor of the prophet Samuel.

September 3, 2017 (Sunday)

Venerable Abramius, miracle worker of Smolensk.
Venerable Martha of Diveyevo.
Cathedral of Moscow Saints.
Celebration of the Light-Painted Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

September 4, 2017 (Monday)

Memorial day in honor of St. Isaac of Optina.
Georgian icon of the Mother of God.

September 5, 2017 (Tuesday)

Celebration of the Feast of the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Martyr Lupus of Thessalonica.
Hieromartyr Irenaeus.

September 6, 2017 (Wednesday)

Transfer of the relics of St. Peter, Metropolitan of Moscow, Wonderworker of All Russia.
A memorial day in honor of the Hieromartyr Eutyches, a disciple of John the Theologian.
Celebration of the Petrovskaya Icon of the Mother of God.
Fasting day.

September 7, 2017 (Thursday)

Return of the relics of the Apostle Bartholomew.
Apostle from the seventy Titus, Bishop of Crete.

September 8, 2017 (Friday)

Presentation of the Vladimir Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Memorial day in honor of the martyr Natalia and the martyr Adrian.
Celebration of the icons of the Mother of God of Vladimir, Tenderness of Pskov-Pechersk, Vladmirsk-Eletskaya.
Fasting day.

September 9, 2017 (Saturday)

Venerable Pimen the Great.

September 10, 2017 (Sunday)

Finding the relics of St. Job, abbot and wonderworker of Pochaev.
The Cathedral of the Reverend Fathers of the Kiev Pechersk, who rest in distant caves.
Cathedral of Nizhny Novgorod Saints.
Cathedral of Saratov Saints.
Memorial day in honor of the Monk Moses Murin.

September 11, 2017 (Monday)

The beheading of the Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist of the Lord John.
Fasting day.

September 12, 2017 (Tuesday)

Transfer of the relics of the blessed prince Alexander Nevsky.
Finding the relics of the blessed Prince Daniil of Moscow.
Memorial day in honor of Saints Alexander, John the Faster and Paul the New.

September 13, 2017 (Wednesday)

Position of the honorable belt of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Hieromartyr Cyprian of Carthage.
Fast day.

September 14, 2017 (Thursday)

The indict—the Church New Year—begins.
Memorial day in honor of Simeon the Stylite and Martha of Cappadocia.
Celebration of the icons of the Mother of God All-Blessed, August, Alexandria.

September 15, 2017 (Friday)

Venerable Theodosius and Anthony of Pechersk.
Kaluga Icon of the Mother of God.
Fast day.

September 16, 2017 (Saturday)

Blessed John Vlasaty, Rostov Wonderworker.
Martyr Vasilisa of Nicomedia.

September 17, 2017 (Sunday)

Discovery of the relics of St. Joasaph, Bishop of Belgorod.
Cathedral of Voronezh Saints.
Icons of the Burning Bush.

September 18, 2017 (Monday)

Prophet Zechariah and Righteous Elizabeth, parents of John the Baptist.
Orsha Icon of the Mother of God.

September 19, 2017 (Tuesday)

Michael's Miracle or memory of the miracle of the Archangel Michael, which happened in Khoneh (Colossae).

September 20, 2017 (Wednesday)

Forefeast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Saint John, Archbishop of Novgorod.
Martyr Sozontas of Pompeol.
Fast day.

September 21, 2017 (Thursday)

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

September 22, 2017 (Friday)

After-feast of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary.
Righteous Godfather Joachim and Anna
Martyr Severian of Sebaste.
Venerable Joseph, abbot of Volotsk, wonderworker.
The discovery and transfer of the relics of St. Theodosius, who was Archbishop of Chernigov.
Fast day.

September 23, 2017 (Saturday)

Martyrs Minodora, Mitrodora and Nymphodora.
Cathedral of Lipetsk Saints.

September 24, 2017 (Sunday)

Transfer of the relics of St. Sergius and Herman, Valaam wonderworkers.
Venerable Silouan of Athos.
Venerable Theodora of Alexandria the Younger.

September 25, 2017 (Monday)

Commemoration of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Venerable Afanasy Vysotsky.
Boyanovskaya Icon of the Mother of God.

September 26, 2017 (Tuesday)

Forefeast of the Exaltation of the Honest and Life-Giving Cross of the Lord.
Commemoration of the consecration (renewal) of the Church of the Resurrection of Christ in Jerusalem (Resurrection).
Dubovichi Icon of the Mother of God.

September 27, 2017 (Wednesday)

Exaltation of the Honorable Cross of the Lord.
Repose of John Chrysostom.
Celebration of the icons of the Mother of God of the Black Cross, Loretskaya, Lesninskaya.
Fast day.

September 28, 2017 (Thursday)

After-feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Great Martyr Nikita of Goth.
Novonikitsk Icon of the Mother of God.

September 29, 2017 (Friday)

Great Martyr Euphemia All-Praised.
Celebration of the icon of the Mother of God “Look at Humility.”
Fast day.

September 30, 2017 (Saturday)

Martyrs Faith, Hope, Love and their mother Sophia.
Celebration of the icons of the Mother of God of Tsaregrad, Makaryevskaya.

Orthodox fasts in September

In the first autumn month there are no multi-day fasts, but there are one-day ones, namely on the 6th, 8th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 20th, 22nd, 27th and 29th. The rules for such fast days do not differ from the rules established for long fasts, such as the Great Fast, the Assumption Fast, etc.

To cleanse your body and soul, you need to give up most of your usual foods, spend time in prayer and repent of your sins.

What food is prohibited on fasting days?

With the beginning of fasting, dairy products, meat dishes, fatty and rich foods are prohibited. On some days it is forbidden to eat fish. But you shouldn’t be upset about such excesses, because in our time a lot of tasty and healthy dishes have been invented.

Even the managers of restaurants and cafes take into account the peculiarities of fasting days, including in their menus dishes for those who decide to follow the nutritional rules established by the church.

More about holidays

Beheading of John the Baptist. This is one of the great holidays in Orthodoxy. The events that brought it to us took place during the New Testament. It was on this day that John the Baptist was executed, the man who baptized the Son of God Jesus Christ in the waters of the Jordan River.
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Another one dedicated to the Mother of God. Christians love him and try to remember him every year. This twelfth celebration was established in honor of the birth of the Virgin Mary, who appeared in the righteous family of Anna and Joachim. According to legend, a married couple could not conceive a child for a long time and frantically prayed to the Lord to give them a child. Their request was heard and soon the beautiful Virgin Mary was born. Today, this church celebration personifies prosperity in the family and love for one’s neighbor. Many associate it with the end of the harvest and the arrival of cold weather.

Exaltation of the Holy Cross. This spiritual holiday was born thanks to the excavations of St. Helena, who tirelessly searched for the grotto in which the Son of God rested. The queen’s efforts were crowned with success and already in the fourth century the burial place of Jesus Christ was discovered. The cross was taken out and a beautiful temple was built in his honor. They say that the authenticity of the cross was determined with the help of a sick woman: after she touched the cross of the Lord, healing occurred. Today, all believers try to come to church and stand before the icon of Jesus in order to pray for the health of their loved ones and the peace of those who have long left this world.

All listed in our calendar are capable of healing a wounded soul, showing the way to a lost wanderer and solving a complex problem.

On such days, you need to turn to the Lord more often, tell him about all your experiences. He will never leave his Children in trouble and will definitely come to help if he sees that it is really needed.

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Today, October 28, 2017, Grandparents' Day, All-Russian Gymnastics Day and other events are also celebrated.

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On October 28, 2017, the national holiday Efimy Autumn is celebrated. On this day the church remembers Saint Euthymius of Thessalonica (birth name - Nikita).

In 858, Euthymius took vows of a monk and became intkbbee live alone with the hermit Joseph on Mount Athos. In 863 he accomplished the feat of stylite life. After Joseph's death, he returned to Thessaloniki, restored the destroyed monastery of St. Andrew and created a monastic community. Later he founded a convent, to which some of his relatives went, following his preaching.

In 889 he went to Palestine, where he died.

According to signs, if a cloud floats above the rising sun on Euphemia Autumn, then do not expect good weather.

If the sun is surrounded by red circles at sunset, then the weather will be frosty all week.

If there are small circles in the clear evening sky next to the moon, then frost will strike. If these circles are reddish in color and have an unclear shape, then expect snowfall and windy weather.

Traditionally, October 28 is Grandparents' Day. This holiday does not have an approved single international celebration date. In Poland, it was divided into two parts: January 21 is Grandmothers' Day, and January 22 is Grandfathers' Day. In Italy, celebrations take place on the first Sunday in October. In Turkey, it was declared international and is held on February 8, before Valentine's Day. In France, only Grandmothers' Day is celebrated on the first Sunday in March.

All-Russian Gymnastics Day

On the last Saturday of October, All-Russian Gymnastics Day is celebrated. This year it falls on the 28th. The event is not fixed at the official level - in the list of memorable dates of the Russian Federation. All-Russian Gymnastics Day 2017 falls on October 28. It is not a national holiday. The founder was the Federation of Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics of Russia in 1999.

Day of the creation of Russian Army Aviation

In Russia, October 28 is celebrated as the Day of the Creation of Army Aviation. On this day in 1948, a special unit was created in the USSR - a helicopter squadron, the base for which was a military unit in the city of Serpukhov (Moscow region). This day became the starting date for the creation of army aviation.

International Animation Day

International Animation Day is celebrated annually on October 28th. This event was established in 2002 at the request of the French branch of the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA). In Russia, they joined the celebration in 2007, dedicating the premiere of this day to the memory of A. Tatarsky, animator director and author of the cartoons “Plasticine Crow”, “ Last year’s snow was falling” and many others.

World Judo Day

Ohi Day in Cyprus

A public holiday in Cyprus is Okha Day, celebrated every year on October 28th. On this day, the Greek Prime Minister rejected an ultimatum from Italy and entered World War II. This day is celebrated with great respect throughout Cyprus. The holiday is celebrated simultaneously in Greece. Military parades are held on this day. On this day, all government institutions are decorated with national state flags.

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1571 - Tsar Ivan the Fourth the Terrible married Marfa Sobakina
1886 - The official opening of the Statue of Liberty took place in New York.
1922 - Italian fascists begin the march on Rome

Julia Roberts 1967 - American film actress, Oscar winner
Maria Spiridonova 1884 - Russian revolutionary, politician, one of the leaders of the Socialist Revolutionary Party
Simonas Daukantas 1793 - Lithuanian historian and writer-educator, collector of folklore
Giudita Pasta 1797 - Italian singer
Henry III - Holy Roman Emperor
Rosa Makagonova 1927 - Soviet film actress, Honored Artist of the RSFSR
James Connolly 1868 - American athlete, first Olympic champion, writer
Bill Gates 1955 - American entrepreneur, founder of Microsoft Corporation
Roman Viktyuk 1936 - Russian and Ukrainian theater director, People's Artist of Russia and Ukraine
Garrincha 1933 - Brazilian football player
Ovid Gorchakov 1924 - Soviet intelligence officer, writer and screenwriter
Andrey Voronikhin 1759 - Russian architect and painter
Erasmus of Rotterdam 1469 - European humanist, philosopher and writer.