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Transition The OCU made changes to the New Julian calendar to the dates of many church holidays, in particular, the Introduction to the Church of the Most Holy Theotokos, or the Third Most Holy. From now on, it is celebrated on November 21, instead of December 4, as it was before.
This is one of the twelve holidays dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, which is deeply revered in the Christian world. And we will tell on Radio MAXIMUM, what can't be done on this day!
What can't be done on the holiday
Tretya Prechista has its prohibitions, which concern both everyday affairs and moral principles. On this day, you should avoid:
- any household work (washing, ironing, cleaning);
- fun and loud entertainment;
- heavy physical work;
- quarrels, insults and bad thoughts;
- sewing and knitting;
- borrowing or giving money.
< p>The ban on getting married and getting married deserves special attention, because it applies to the entire period of the Christmas fast, but on the Third Immaculate Conception this tradition is especially important.
Deep meaning and traditions of the holiday
The Feast of the Introduction into the temple symbolizes the spiritual birth of the Holy Mother of God and is a reminder of the importance of involving children in faith. The Church teaches that this day is especially favorable for the first confession of a child.
On this day, believers go to the temple with prayers to the Mother of God, who is considered a symbol of peace, harmony and family comfort. She is asked for:
- health for children, parents and relatives;
- strength of the family;
- easy childbirth for pregnant women;
- the gift of motherhood for those who only dream of children.
How to celebrate the Introduction
Tretya Prechista falls on the period of the Christmas fast, so the festive table should be sung. At the same time, it is allowed to serve fish, dishes with vegetable oil and a little wine.
Special importance is attached to the celebration in the family circle. This is a time for harmony, communication with loved ones and prayers for well-being.
Introduction to the temple of the Most Holy Theotokos is not just a religious holiday, but an opportunity to reflect on spiritual values, family relationships and involve the smallest members of the family in the faith. It reminds that harmony begins with love, prayer and peace in the heart.