On October 12, according to the national calendar in Sochi, the Day of Theophanes the Merciful is celebrated

In the national calendar, October 12 is the day of Theophanes the Merciful. According to ancient belief, at this time Theophan seems to throw a caftan into the sun - the days become cloudy, and the air is cooler.

Residents of Sochi and the surrounding area in former times paid attention to the stars: clear sky on the night of October 12 promised dry autumn and a rich harvest next year.

The fog for the evening was considered a good sign - it foreshadowed the absence of early frosts.

Another sign called late mushrooms in the forests: if they appeared, waited for a long autumn. On this day, they traditionally showed generosity and helped those who needed it, so they paid tribute to the saint, who became famous for his kindness.