Sochi told what prohibitions are observed on November 9 in Nesterov day

On Monday, November 9, the national calendar celebrates Nester’s day, also known as the Vespers Day or “The Promise to Paraskeva”. Orthodox believers on this date remember St. Nestor the Chronicler. With the day associated traditions, beliefs and household prohibitions.

According to popular belief, November 9 was considered a good time for good promises and the completion of the work started. Our ancestors believed that this day must be fulfilled. It was believed that the fulfilled promise can bring prosperity to the family and help in the fulfillment of the cherished desire.

Sochi people who adhere to folk traditions are advised to pay attention to several prohibitions. In particular, on Nesterov day it was not recommended to quarrel, swear and spread gossip. Also, ancestors tried not to give empty promises and not to violate previously assumed obligations.

Another belief was the ban on the transfer of money in debt. It was believed that financial well-being could leave the house with money. In addition, they were not advised to start large new businesses and go on long trips.

On this day, special attention was paid to helping others. It was considered a good tradition to support those in need, take care of loved ones and give time to family.

People also had weather signs for November 9. Morning fog was considered a harbinger of thaw, frost on the trees - a rapid cooling, and a strong wind was associated with the approach of precipitation.

At the same time, the enumerated prohibitions and signs belong to popular beliefs and are not church prescriptions.