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Saints Anna and Sava Day: What Can and Cannot Be Done on This Holiday – Note for Orthodox Christians
10.09.2024 00:05
Today, Orthodox believers honor the memory of Saints Anna the Prophetess and Savva of Krypetsk.
Among the people, this celebration is called the Day of Saints Anna and Sava.
In Rus', it was customary to do gardening work on this day.
Saint Anne was born and lived in Jerusalem. She came from a very pious family. When she grew older, she married, but was widowed early.
Anna, having lost her husband, once came to the temple, where she met Saint Simeon the God-Receiver. There she was instantly imbued with Christian beliefs and became a preacher.
Saint Savva of Krypetsk was born and lived in the 15th century AD. He was also called Pskov because he once decided to go to Pskov.
Savva Kripetsky became a monk at a young age. He took monastic vows and was baptized in Athos, after which he went to Pskov, where he found the Kripetsky Hermitage.
Having retired to the desert, Savva began to pray fervently. He was a very God-fearing man, and thus gained sympathy among the civilian population.
One day, the Pskov prince Yaroslav himself came to the believer. The ruler brought his sick wife.
Savva prayed over the woman, and she instantly recovered.
What you shouldn't do on Pimen's Day
On this day, many people followed certain rules:
- did not work too hard in the garden;
- did not talk about their plans;
- did not quarrel with each other or argue.
It was on September 10 that it was considered a grave sin to commit ungodly acts, namely, to slander. Otherwise, according to beliefs, one could lose one's wealth.
What can you do on Pimen's Day?
Today it is recommended to go to church and pray for healing from any addictions.
You can also hang your clothes on hangers to attract good luck.
The specified day is also perfect for evening gatherings with family.
