26 October - Church holiday, don't do this on Dmitriev's day to keep your health and family
Dmitriev's Parental Saturday - day of remembrance of the departed
On October 26, Orthodox Christians celebrate Dmitriev's Parental Saturday - a special day of remembrance for the departed. On this day, it is customary to visit cemeteries, pray for their souls, and perform good deeds in their memory.
The holiday is named after Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki, who, according to legend, appeared to the Byzantine emperor Constantine the Great and ordered him to establish a special day for the commemoration of the fallen soldiers. The holiday was later adopted by the Russian Orthodox Church and became one of the most important days of remembrance in the church calendar.
Do's and Don'ts on Dmitriev's Parental Saturday
There are a number of things that it is considered good to do on Dmitriev's Parental Saturday. These include:
- Visiting the cemetery and praying for the departed
- Giving alms to the poor
- Performing good deeds in memory of the departed
There are also a number of things that it is considered best to avoid on Dmitriev's Parental Saturday. These include:
- Drinking alcohol
- Quarrels and conflicts
- Loud music and other forms of entertainment
Traditions and Customs on Dmitriev's Parental Saturday
In addition to the above-mentioned traditions, there are a number of other customs that are associated with Dmitriev's Parental Saturday. These include:
- The preparation of special dishes, such as kutya and pancakes
- The distribution of candles and other gifts to the poor
- The burning of candles on the graves of the departed
The Significance of Dmitriev's Parental Saturday
Dmitriev's Parental Saturday is a day of great spiritual significance for Orthodox Christians. It is a day to remember the departed, to pray for their souls, and to perform good deeds in their memory. The holiday is also a reminder of the importance of family and the need to cherish the time that we have with our loved ones.
