26 October: Folk omens and traditions, what is allowed and what is not
On October 26, Orthodox Christians celebrate the memory of Hovhanes Taronatsi
On this day, the inhabitants of the saint's hometown of Mukhni offered prayers and asked for his patronage and intercession. The day was also marked by the preparation of traditional dishes, such as ghapama (pumpkin filled with rice, dried fruit, and nuts) and khash (a soup made from cow's feet).
Folk omens and traditions on October 26
On October 26, there are a number of folk omens and traditions that are observed. These include:
- It is believed that on this day, it is important to be kind and helpful to others. Those who do good deeds on this day will be rewarded with good luck and fortune.
- It is also believed that on this day, it is important to avoid quarrels and arguments. Those who engage in conflict on this day will be punished with bad luck and misfortune.
- It is also believed that on this day, it is important to be careful not to lose anything. Those who lose something on this day will be unlucky for the rest of the year.
What not to do on October 26
In addition to the folk omens and traditions that are observed on October 26, there are also a number of things that are considered to be taboo on this day. These include:
- It is forbidden to work on this day. Those who work on this day will be punished with bad luck and misfortune.
- It is also forbidden to hunt on this day. Those who hunt on this day will be unlucky in their hunting for the rest of the year.
- It is also forbidden to fish on this day. Those who fish on this day will be unlucky in their fishing for the rest of the year.
Conclusion
October 26 is a day that is rich in folk omens and traditions. It is a day to be kind and helpful to others, to avoid quarrels and arguments, and to be careful not to lose anything. It is also a day to avoid working, hunting, and fishing.
