В народном календаре 28 декабря называют Трифонов день. На Руси верили, что в это число нужно рано с утра вынести горящие угли и положить их в снег. Считалось, что это поможет прогнать злые силы и увеличит световой день.
The text discusses the folk traditions and superstitions associated with December 28th (Triphonov day) in Russia.
Main Conceptual Ideas:
* Folk Tradition: People used to take burning coals outside and place them in the snow on this day to ward off evil spirits and increase daylight.
* Religious Observation: December 28th marks the day of remembrance for Saint Triphon of Pechengsky, a figure significant for spreading Christianity in Russia.
* Patron Saint of Sailors: Saint Triphon is considered the protector of sailors, so on this day, those connected to the sea light candles for him.
* Connection to Weather: The text also mentions "folklore weather predictions" for December 28th, although it doesn't elaborate on them.
The overall theme revolves around the blend of pagan and Christian traditions associated with this particular day in the Russian calendar.
The text discusses the folk traditions and superstitions associated with December 28th (Triphonov day) in Russia. Main Conceptual Ideas: * Folk Tradition: People used to take burning coals outside and place them in the snow on this day to ward off evil spirits and increase daylight. * Religious Observation: December 28th marks the day of remembrance for Saint Triphon of Pechengsky, a figure significant for spreading Christianity in Russia. * Patron Saint of Sailors: Saint Triphon is considered the protector of sailors, so on this day, those connected to the sea light candles for him. * Connection to Weather: The text also mentions "folklore weather predictions" for December 28th, although it doesn't elaborate on them. The overall theme revolves around the blend of pagan and Christian traditions associated with this particular day in the Russian calendar.
