november 2: what holiday is today, traditions and prohibitions
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november 2 marks the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. Today, Catholics celebrate the Day of All the Dead Faithful, and the Orthodox calendar commemorates theholy martyrs Achindinus, Pigasius, Aththony, Elpidiphorus, and Anempodistus. Read about the holidays, signs of this day, and who has a name day on November 2 in the article Komersant ukrainskyi
International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists
on December 18, 2013, at its 68th session, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming November 2 as the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.
The date was chosen in memory of the two French journalists killed in Mali on November 2, 2013.
The resolution condemns acts of violence against journalists and media workers. It also calls on UN member states to do everything possible to prevent violence and bring to justice those responsible for crimes against journalists.
The Day of All the Dead Faithful
on November 2, Catholics celebrate the Day of All Souls. This holiday follows All Saints’ Day.
Traditionally, on this day, Christians visit the graves of their relatives, bring flowers and light candles. On this day, memorial services are held in churches.
Michael’s Saturday
on November 2, Orthodox believers celebrate St. Michael’s Saturday. Traditionally, it is honored on the eve of the great feast of the Cathedral of the Archangel Michael, which, according to the new church calendar of the OCU, is celebrated on November 8, not November 21.
Traditionally, on St. Michael’s Saturday, people go to church to pray for their deceased loved ones, hold a “memorial service” and visit cemeteries.
People believe that today, before sunset, you need to apologize to those who may have offended you – then many problems will disappear from your life.
What is the church holiday today?
The Orthodox holiday of November 2 according to the new church calendar (November 15 according to the old one) is the day of remembrance of the saints Akindyn, Pigasius, Anempodist and seven thousand martyrs who died for their faith in Christ.
Aquindinus, Pigasius, and Anempodistus, courtiers of the Persian king Sapor II (310-381), were secret Christians. When the king began to persecute Christians, envious people reported them to him. Summoned for trial before the king, the holy martyrs fearlessly confessed their faith in the Holy Trinity. The king ordered them to be whipped.
Twice the tired executioners were replaced, but the holy martyrs did not give up a cry or a groan. Even the king could not stand the strain and fainted. Everyone thought he was dead, but the saints called out to God and the king regained consciousness.
Seeing the miracles performed through the prayers of the holy martyrs, many believed in Christ and professed their faith.
The next day, the martyrs were burned, along with seven thousand martyrs who died for their faith in Christ.
Signs of November 2
Tits fly away – to snowfall.
Bullfinches cry out – expect frost.
It is snowing – there will be floods in the spring.
What not to do today
It is very important not to drink alcoholic beverages on this day, otherwise you will quarrel with your family and your significant other, and get problems with money.
Also, you shouldn’t break tree branches – it can lead to health problems.
What you can do today
On the Orthodox holiday, people pray to Saints Akindyn and Pigasius, who are considered the patrons of granaries and tamers of fire. The saints are asked to protect crops and homes from fire.
Our ancestors have long believed that this is an auspicious day to make a wish.
Also, before sunset, be sure to ask for forgiveness from everyone you have offended.
Name day
Today, according to the church calendar, Constantine, Dominika, Albert, Leopold, and Markian celebrate their name days.
