On November 25, the church honors the memory of Ivan (John) the Merciful, who is known for his good deeds and mercy towards the poor. According to history, he was born into the family of the governor Epiphanius and lived in Alexandria the life of a mere mortal. But soon, by coincidence, John lost his wife and children, after which he decided to devote his life to serving God.
John the Merciful was not a monk, but for his services to the people, the people decided to make him a patriarch. After that, John continued to help the poor, ransom the captives, and give shelter to the homeless. He also distributed his property for the benefit of the common people, and as a result of his beneficence he was named the Merciful. We offer various signs, customs and superstitions for November 25.
Customs
On this day, the autumn wedding season ends, so girls who have not found a mate will be left alone until Maslenitsa, and the next wedding cycle begins before Christmas.
According to signs and customs, November 25 is an auspicious date for making expensive purchases. After all, things purchased on this holiday will last a long time and will always delight the owners. But on November 25, women shouldn't buy new shoes. This can doom to family quarrels and loneliness.
To make her husband kinder and more affectionate, the wife should just feed him nuts.
On November 25, you need to pray to Ivan the Merciful for the health and future of children. Good deeds on this day will be credited to deceased relatives and it will be easier for them in the next world.
The weather of this day is usually frosty and windy, possibly even snowy. Therefore, the holiday is often called by the people – the Day of Ivan Snezhny.
Signs
Folk omens on November 25 predict the weather for the coming winter, climate and yield for the next year.
- What is the weather on Ivan the Merciful, so it will be throughout December.
- According to signs, morning frost predicts frost for the evening.
- Clouds moving against the wind indicate that it will snow soon.
- If the clouds are low, expect cold snaps.
- According to the signs, rain on this day means dampness and cold weather, which will last until the New Year holidays.
- If the cold has not come before November 25 – signs promise early spring.
- Snowy and frosty weather on John speaks of the cold late spring.
- The snow that fell on November 25, according to the signs, will lie down until Christmas.
- A bright fire in the stove, and firewood burning with a crackle – to frost and dry weather for the next month, and if there is a lot of ash, then there will be warming. Therefore, if you have a fireplace in your house, or even a stove, pay attention to this sign.
- Signs also say that men, even the most grumpy, on this day become kind and generous.
- According to popular belief, purchases made on this day will be successful and will last for a very long time.
- On November 25, parents read a prayer to John the Merciful for children's health. And prayer in the church is considered strong and effective.
- Listen to the advice given on that day. According to popular beliefs, they will be correct.
Birthday
On November 25, according to the Orthodox calendar, Ivan celebrates the name day, as well as: Alexander, Boris, Vladimir, Dmitry, Constantine, Leo, Matvey, Nikolai, Stepan, Catherine (according to the Catholic calendar).
People born on this day are kind and merciful. They tend to protect the weak and offer help to anyone who needs it. They are fair, so they should choose a profession related to justice – lawyer, prosecutor, or judge.
The best talisman for those on November 25 will be a turquoise stone. He is able to protect against troubles and troubles, as well as give self-confidence.
Another talisman stone for those born on November 25 is beryl, which helps to keep love, protects the stability of the financial situation. Its strong energy clears away negativity and bad thoughts.
November 25 plots
On this day, Saint John protects everyone who turns to him. Therefore, there are many old conspiracies that can help in various situations.
For women who have an angry and grumpy husband, on November 25, you need to give him holy water, while reading the conspiracy to yourself.
For people who are often injured, there are magic words to help protect themselves from injury.
Married women, in order to strengthen the power of the conspiracy, while pronouncing the words, they need to drive the wedding ring over the injured place.
Harvested herbs
This day is suitable for harvesting the following medicinal plants for the winter, which are used to treat and prevent colds:
- tree aloe;
- spruce twigs;
- alder and mistletoe;
- chilibukha.
Try to visit the church on the day of Ivan the Merciful and pray for yourself and your family. Follow the signs and customs of this day and prosperity and mutual understanding will reign in your family. And don't forget to do good deeds to cleanse your soul.
