26 October: Folk omens and traditions, what you can and cannot do
Introduction
October 26 is a special day in the Russian folk calendar. It is the day of commemoration of the Apostle James, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ. On this day, many folk omens and traditions are associated with the weather, harvest, and personal life.
Folk omens
According to popular beliefs, if it rains on October 26, the next summer will be rainy. If the day is clear and sunny, the next summer will be dry and hot. A strong wind on this day promises a cold winter.
On October 26, it is customary to observe the behavior of birds. If the birds fly high, the winter will be cold. If the birds fly low, the winter will be mild.
On this day, it is also customary to look at the trees. If the leaves on the trees have not yet fallen, the winter will be long and cold. If the leaves have already fallen, the winter will be short and mild.
Folk traditions
On October 26, it is customary to bake special bread called "James's bread". This bread is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the house.
On this day, it is also customary to visit the graves of deceased relatives and friends. People bring flowers and candles to the graves and pray for the souls of the departed.
On October 26, it is not recommended to do any hard work or heavy lifting. It is believed that this can lead to illness or injury.
What you can and cannot do on October 26
**Can do:**- Bake "James's bread"
- Visit the graves of deceased relatives and friends
- Pray for the souls of the departed
- Observe the weather and the behavior of birds
- Do any hard work or heavy lifting.
- Lend money.
- Start a new business.
