On December 6, Orthodox Christians honor the memory of the Russian Bishop Mitrofan of Voronezh and Hieromonk Seraphim. The Russian people celebrate the day of the military prince and great diplomat Alexander Nevsky. According to folk omens, the coming weather is predicted for December 6, and unmarried girls are guessing at their betrothed.
Customs
On December 6, collective festivities are held. On this day, pies are baked, hop beer is brewed, noisy fun and games are held. The peasants celebrate the final establishment of the toboggan run. According to tradition, fortune-telling rites are held on Mitrofan for the return of the betrothed from military service, and bast shoes are also weaved. It is believed that shoes made on December 6 will not be demolished.
Unmarried girls gather for evening gatherings with culinary treats and fortune telling on the betrothed.
In honor of Alexander Nevsky, in a house where there are men liable for military service, three rolls are baked, in one of which a cross is placed. Each loaf is randomly placed in a certain place: one – near the gate, the second – near the shop in the house, the third – next to the holy icons.
- If a roll with a cross is on the doorstep, the military will soon return to the house.
- If there is a roll with a cross near the shop, the military will return alive and well, but not soon.
- If the loaf is near the holy icons, the man called to serve will not return home alive.
To find out exactly when the servant will come home, on December 6, they guess by the spider. They take a spider, put it in a jar and close it tightly. If after 6 days the spider is alive – be a servant at home. The insect is released and watched. If he spins a cobweb, a servant will soon appear on the threshold.
Believers consider the day of Mitrofan special for conspiracies for family well-being and harmony between spouses.
In order for the husband to always hurry home, the hostess puts a mug of water at the door in the evening and says: 'Slave (name), your water is here.'
Signs
According to weather phenomena and celestial observations, signs for December 6 were added, which predict further weather.
- according to folk omens, if fine snow is falling on Mitrofan and the north wind is blowing – on June 6, wait for rain and wind;
- rare clouds in the sky predict clear but cold weather;
- clouds in the sky have an elongated shape – signs promise warmth;
- the sun hides behind the clouds – towards the blizzard;
- according to folk signs, if the weather is sunny on Mitrofan, there will be frost;
- a month with sharp edges shines at night – severe frosts are not far off;
- the moon in two rings of pink color – signs predict a cold snap;
- wind from the south, north or east direction – cloudy weather will last a long time and there will be snow;
- by signs, if the tops of the trees turn pink, a mild winter should be expected.
Interpretation of dreams on December 6
Dreams that were dreamed on the night of December 6 are called coming before the embodiment of what you dream about. On this day, latent potential is revealed. Dreams open the inner side of the sleeping person's soul, revealing the hidden abilities and talents of a person.
Dreams on December 6 are called helping to express themselves. Having correctly interpreted the dream, you will be able to open up in a new way, be realized in another sphere or make a childhood dream come true.
Dreams on December 6 warn of impending drastic changes in life and impending difficulties. By correctly interpreting the dream, you can quickly find a solution to the problem and overcome existing obstacles.
- If on the night of December 6, a cat is dreamed, a dream predicts future difficulties. Read all the signs about cats in this article.
- The dreamed conflict is retroactive – if you win, in reality you will win the dispute.
- If you dream that a conflict occurs between strangers – expect a tense atmosphere in the work team.
Talismans
The mascot for those born on December 6 is a sapphire. The stone gives the owner the power of health, cunning, and is a talisman against lies, betrayal and deception. Owners of tricolor pets are lucky and fortunate on this day.
Russians honor December 6 as a day of remembrance for fallen heroes. It is believed that church prayers for the peace of the serving and for the health of the army on this day are especially effective and will be heard by the Almighty.
