In Sochi on October 22 celebrate Yakov Studyony: what bans and signs promise troubles and monetary losses

On Thursday, October 22, according to the national calendar, Jacob Stoodyoniy, also known as Yakov Woodpiler, is celebrated. In the Orthodox tradition on this day remember the Apostle Jacob Alfeyev. In Russia, the holiday was associated with the onset of cold weather and preparation for winter. The owners harvested firewood, completed autumn work, and the hostess prepared porridge from the grain of a new harvest and treated loved ones. It was believed that a generous feast attracts prosperity and prosperity to the house. and

According to popular beliefs, on October 22 it was forbidden to sew, sew clothes and pick up a needle - this allegedly threatened financial difficulties. It was not recommended to start large projects, go on long trips, lend money and come to visit empty-handed. Particular attention was paid to family relations: quarrels, insults and memories of old grievances were considered harbingers of protracted conflicts. Also tried not to tell dreams and not to refuse the offered treat.

With Jacob Studen there are many weather signs. If it rained in the morning, snow was expected by the evening, and thick fog foreshadowed the preservation of heat. A strong wind was considered a sign of approaching cold, an abundance of husks on the onion - a harsh winter, and the preserved leaves on the cherry promised a thaw. For Sochi, with its mild subtropical climate, such observations are mainly of historical significance. Folk prohibitions and signs belong to folklore and have no scientific confirmation.