On November 11, the Orthodox Ukrainians also commemorate the day of remembrance for St. Theodore the Studite.
According to the new calendar, this date coincides with the parents' memorial Saturday, making it important to focus on prayers and remember the deceased.
It is essential to pray for deceased relatives, light candles for them in churches, and visit the cemetery.
Today’s holiday according to the folk calendar is Fedor Moroz.
Our ancestors named November 11 Fedor Moroz because, according to beliefs, St. Fedor cools the earth on this day.
In the past, it was typically cold and damp outside, making it difficult to travel by sled.
On November 11, the church commemorates the holy martyrs Victor and Stephen according to the new calendar.
What is prohibited on the church holiday of November 11:
On this day, it is forbidden to propose marriage or hold a wedding, as it was believed that the young couple would quickly separate.
Applying lipstick or washing one’s hair is also prohibited, and women who disregarded these precautions risked falling ill.
It is not allowed to pick up anything from intersections or roads, and starting new ventures is forbidden if old ones remain unfinished.
Avoid engaging in idle chatter, as our ancestors believed that higher powers would punish such behavior with misfortune.
Signs for November 11:
If the sun shines but does not warm, it indicates a cold winter ahead.
If crows settle near the house, trouble is anticipated.
If you unexpectedly encounter viburnum in the forest, great fortune is soon to come.