How to fulfill the cherished dream of Kalmykia tomorrow

In Russia, on November 9, they celebrated the Vocabulary on Paraskeva, or the Vocabulary Day, which occupied a special place in the national calendar.

The holiday fell on the eve of the day of memory of one of the most revered saints in Russia - the Great Martyr Paraskeva Friday. In the popular consciousness, the image of the Christian ascetic was closely intertwined with the features of the Slavic goddess Mokoshi, who patronized women, fertility and home.

In the old days, the whole day was devoted to pious labors, prayer and abstinence, preparing to meet the Orthodox holiday. The main tradition of this day was to give "promises" - voluntary promises to perform some good deed. It was believed that Saint Paraskeva especially favors those who give and perform such vows, and as a reward for diligence can fulfill the most cherished request or an old dream.