Eremin Day: what can and cannot be done on this holiday - important advice for Orthodox Christians

17.11.2024 00:30

Eremin Day is traditionally celebrated on November 17.

On this day, our ancestors adhered to many customs and signs.

It was believed that the fate of the entire next year depended on how this day went.

What not to do

Don't give candles and matches to your neighbors

On November 17, it is strictly forbidden to pass coal, candles, lighters or matches to neighbors.

It is believed that happiness will leave your home along with them.

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Don't sit around doing nothing

It is recommended to spend this day doing household chores.

It is not recommended to be lazy on this day, otherwise poverty and failure will settle in the house.

Don't make new acquaintances

Also, on Eremin's Day, you shouldn't meet new neighbors.

Signs say that such meetings can lead to trouble.

Don't schedule a wedding

This is not a good time to get married.

According to popular belief, newlyweds who marry on this day may soon face separation.

Alcohol ban

Do not let your husband leave the house if he is prone to alcohol. It is believed that on this day such habits can lead to undesirable consequences.

What can be done

Take care of your home

One of the main rituals on Eremin's Day was closing the windows with curtains.

This helped to protect the house from troubles and maintain family well-being.

Household chores

Traditionally, on Eremin's Day, women were engaged in cooking, weaving and spinning.

It was believed that if you are not lazy and devote the day to work, then the next year will bring prosperity.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Editor of Internet resources


Content
  1. What not to do
  2. Don't give candles and matches to your neighbors
  3. Don't sit around doing nothing
  4. Don't make new acquaintances
  5. Don't schedule a wedding
  6. Alcohol ban
  7. What can be done
  8. Take care of your home
  9. Household chores