Kalujans told about the traditions of the feast of the Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God

This period lasts from 22 to 25 September. Orthodox Caludians honor the parents of the Virgin Mary - righteous Joachim and Anna. They were childless for many years and asked the Lord for a child. Then they were given a child, Mary.

In Russia on this day, the newlyweds received guests, showed the house and treated various dishes. Guests were expected to praise and instruct the young.

Since Joachim and Anna are revered as examples of patience, hope and trust in God, people still pray to them for the gift of children. It is believed that if a childless woman prays for a child on this day, her prayers will be heard.

Today you can not start new business, take and lend money, leave your wallet on the table and go on a long journey.

Name-days today mark Akim, Alexander, Alexy, Athanasius, Vasily, Gregory, Dmitry, Zakhar, Joseph, Nikita, Sergius, Feodosius, Theophanes, Khariton, Ivan, Herodion, Luke, Jacob and Anna.

As reported earlier, Kaluga residents celebrate one of the key Orthodox holidays.