Remembrance Day of St. Silouan of Athos: what can and cannot be done on September 24

History of the holiday

St. Silouan of Athos (in the world – Simeon Antonov) was born in 1866 in the Tambov province in a peasant family. After serving in the army, he went to the Holy Mount Athos, where he spent more than 40 years in monastic exploits. The saint is known for his teachings on love of God and his neighbors, and his notes on prayer and combating sinful thoughts have become a spiritual guide for Christians around the world. The monk died in 1938, leaving behind his works translated into many languages.

In the national calendar, September 24 received the name of Fedorina evenings - after the name of the Monk Theodora of Alexandria, whose memory is also celebrated on this day. By this time, the harvesting of late apples was finished and the autumn gatherings were beginning. "" Girls and women gathered together to chop cabbage for the winter, sing songs and guess on the betrothed.

What to do on September 24th

On this day, believers visit temples and pray to St. Silouan for the granting of love, humility and peace in the soul. The saint taught: “Keep your mind in hell and do not despair” – this reminds us of the importance of fighting sin while maintaining hope in God’s mercy.

In Russia, on September 24, it was customary to engage in blanks. The hostess chopped and stewed cabbage, baked pies with cabbage, cooked shy. It was believed that newlyweds necessarily need to eat a dish of cabbage, so that the marriage was strong. Also on this day finished cleaning of the late apples.

Young people arranged gatherings: the girls were engaged in needlework, sang songs and danced. There was a tradition of guessing on the betrothed.

A good day to sum up the summer, check out outbuildings and insulate the cellars before winter. You can also gather with loved ones at the table and treat guests with home preparations.

What not to do on September 24th

People's signs on September 24