Akindinov Day 15 November 2026: Church holiday, signs, traditions and prohibitions

What is a church holiday on November 15th

On this Sunday, the Church celebrates the Sunday service, which is combined with the service of the martyrs Akindin, Pygasius, Affonia, Elpidifora and Anempodist. These saints were courtiers of the Persian king Sapor II, secretly confessed Christianity and accepted a martyr's death for faith.

Also on November 15, the Church honors the Monk Marcian of Cyrenees and the miraculous image of the Mother of God Odigitry “Shuyskaya”. There is no fast on this day.

Traditions of Giants

In Russia, November 15 was called Zhitnitsa - from the word "jito", that is, grain. By this time, peasants began to dry grain in ovine, preparing for winter. It was believed that if the granary is full by this day, then the year will be successful.

People said that the fire in the vin had to be protected to protect the crop from fire. To appease the spirit of the ovine, freshly baked bread was left in the corner of the granary. Children loved this time: fire in ovine was used for baking potatoes and gatherings with tales.

It was considered a good omen before sunset to ask forgiveness from everyone who was offended. This, according to legend, brought goodness and happiness to the house. They also believed that this day could be fulfilled.

Notes for November 15

If snow falls, a strong flood is expected in the spring.

Mud and slush on the roads - warm weather will last until early December.

Overcast all day - to warming.

Clouds move against the wind - to snowfall or blizzards.

What not to do on November 15th

You can not quarrel and swear - it was believed that this brings trouble to the house.

Do not leave the fire unattended - to a fire.

It is not recommended to throw away bread - to poverty.

You cannot refuse to help those who ask for it, you can call misfortune.

What to do on November 15th

Ask forgiveness from those who have been hurt.

Doing household chores and preparations.

It is believed that on this day predictions come true.

Treat loved ones with fresh bread and grain dishes.

November 15, 2026 is a Sunday, which is important for believers in the memory of the holy martyrs, and for lovers of folk traditions – signs and prohibitions of the Zhitnitsa.