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People said that everything stops growing on Chrysostom. Nature freezes, and this once again reminds people of the onset of winter, which from this day on establishes its own rules, calling on its retinue: blizzards, blizzards and blizzards. With a wild howl and whistle, they fly from their summer shelters into freedom, sweeping away everything in their path: birds, animals, and even a cart with horses.
In Rus’, on November 26, the tradition of making dumplings was widespread. The more you stick and eat, the more successful the next year will be. This period was even called the dumpling time. Housewives made minced meat, mushrooms, fish, and then the whole family sat down to make dumplings. They were made in large quantities — literally for several dinners. Then the dumplings were frozen right in the yard, since the weather at that time became frosty. Then they counted out the required number of dumplings and cooked them.
On November 26, strong winds often blew, which the peasants were afraid of. They strengthened the buildings in the yard and believed that the elements only affected lazy and evil people. They believed in the deity of Frost, believing that he was an evil deity called Zyuzya. They imagined him as an old man of enormous height and with a long thick beard. Whatever he touches with his staff, he will instantly turn into ice. On this day, the peasants asked Zyuzya not to rage too much, not to freeze the ground, to give working people a break from everyday worries and enjoy the winter days.
On November 26, the church honors the memory of St. John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, who lived approximately in the 4th-5th centuries. Today he is revered as one of the three Ecumenical saints and teachers, being on the same level with Gregory the Theologian and Basil the Great. John was born on the territory of Antioch in the family of an official and received a good education. Quite early, he began to study the Holy Scriptures, after which he realized that he wanted to convert to Christianity. Subsequently, when John became a monk, he was considered a worthy candidate for the position of bishop, but he chose to renounce the rank and went to the desert, where he spent time in constant prayer and meditation. John devoted several years to the creation of theological books, the most famous of which are “Books on Virginity”, “On Providence”, etc. John was ordained to the rank of presbyter, after which he could bring the Word of God to people. As a result, John turned out to be an excellent preacher and even received the nickname Chrysostom from his flock. It is known that for 20 years, John constantly preached in the temple approximately 2 times a week and also wrote a large number of teachings, conversations, and praises. In 397, John became patriarch in Constantinople and was actively involved in improving the activities of the clergy.
Signs of the day:
- The Milky Way is clearly visible — it’s cold.
- The stars twinkle brightly — for snowy and windy weather.
- The forest is noisy — bad weather.
- A snowstorm broke out during the day — frost will hit at night.
- A lot of snow fell — ahead of the grain harvest for next year.
- The trees are covered with frost — for a harvest year.
- In general, any precipitation on this day portends a good harvest.
- Snow falls in large flakes — leading to a slight, light frost.
- Hares are running from the forest — towards the cold.
- Crows croak — a thaw.
- On the day of St. John Chrysostom, you cannot swear (even in your hearts), otherwise God will no longer hear your prayers.
- A journey started on this day will be especially successful.
- Whose name begins with the letter I (Igor, Ilya, Inna, etc.) is incredibly lucky on November 26th. Moreover, such people can pass on their good fortune to others, through conversation or a handshake.
Name days are celebrated today: German, Ivan.
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