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Faith, Hope, Love: What can and cannot be done on this holiday – a note for Orthodox Christians
30.09.2024 00:05
Today, Orthodox believers honor the memory of the martyr Euphemia the All-Praised.
Among the people, this celebration is called Faith, Hope, Love.
In Rus', on this day it was customary to throw out accumulated emotions.
Vera, Nadezhda, Lyubov and their mother Sophia lived in the 2nd century AD. Sophia was a widow and raised her daughters alone. She was also a Christian.
The daughters of the believer grew up smart and obedient. They were also hardworking and prayed tirelessly.
The pagan emperor Hadrian learned about the family of God-fearing Christians. He ordered the women to be seized and brought to his palace for trial.
Sophia's daughters, not understanding the trick at their early age, answered the ruler's questions honestly and openly, which angered him.
The Emperor demanded that the children renounce Christianity and become idolaters again, but they resolutely refused.
Then Adrian ordered the girls to be thrown into a torture chamber. They died without renouncing their faith. Three days later, their mother Sophia died at their grave.
What you can't do on Faith, Hope, Love
On this day, many people followed certain rules:
- did not arrange noisy feasts;
- do not quarrel with loved ones, especially with relatives;
- did not spend this day alone.
It was on September 30 that it was considered a grave sin to commit ungodly acts, namely, to plan important matters. Otherwise, according to beliefs, one could bring bad luck upon oneself.
What can be done on Faith, Hope, Love
Today it is recommended to bake a large loaf of bread and treat your loved ones with it.
In addition, you can visit the temple and light a candle at the icon of the Savior, asking for health for yourself and your family.
This day is also perfect for spending it with your family.
