November 9, 2024: On the Feast of St. Matrona, there are certain activities to avoid today.

What happened on November 9?

Today, the Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of the holy Matrona. She was a devout woman who dedicated her life to God. In the 5th century, Matrona married Domitian, but in her heart, she wished to devote her life to the Lord, so she prayed for Him to free her from the bonds of marriage. One day, she decided to escape from her husband to a monastery. There, Matrona became famous for her miracles and prophecies. She healed the sick, discerned people's thoughts, predicted the future, and pointed out sins.

What not to do on November 9:

• cut hair;
• give your clothes to others;
• engage in heavy labor.

Folk beliefs and signs:

• rain — there will be a good wheat harvest next year;
• fog — expect a thaw;
• trees covered with frost — there will be severe frosts.

Angel's Day is celebrated by:

Alexander, Anton, Dmitry, Victor, Ilya, Matrona, Semyon, Timothy, Konstantin, Fyodor.

Also on this day:

1938 — In Khust, a paramilitary organization "Carpathian Sich" is formed for the defense of Carpathian Ukraine;

1989 — The destruction of the Berlin Wall begins;

1997 — Ukraine celebrates the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language for the first time.