November 26 is the day of commemoration of the ecumenical teacher and Saint John Chrysostom, who lived in the IV-V century. Saint John received the nickname 'Chrysostom' from the people for his literacy and ability to speak beautifully. Thanks to a good education, John was able to read, write, and interpret the Holy Scriptures
Over time, an active preacher of Christianity became a monk and bishop, then he lived in solitude and prayer, and created the scriptures. There is even a popular omen that on November 26, children with speech impairments need to be taught to speak correctly, and this will bring success. Therefore, the children were taken to healers and healers, and for contemporaries this day will be a good visit to a speech therapist.
The people noticed that on November 26, nature freezes in anticipation of bitter frosts. On this day, agricultural work stopped, and the peasants could move from one master to another, since November 26, according to the old style, fell on St. George's day (December 9).
Customs and folk traditions
On the morning of November 26, the Orthodox went to the church to say prayers at the icon of St. John Chrysostom, then the 'dumpling time' began. They prayed to Chrysostom for the judgment of the deceivers and collectors of unjust taxes.
The most widespread tradition of the day is making dumplings. Folk omen: the more dumplings you stick and eat on November 26, the more successful you will spend the year. Therefore, women in the morning kneaded several portions of dough to make it for several meals.
Families made dumplings, reading conspiracies over them, then counted out the right amount for a day, cooked, and the rest was frozen right on the street. As a filling, not only minced meat and fish were used, but also mushrooms, so the blank was used during the Christmas fast.
At this time, strong winds began to blow, which swept away everything in their path: not only a bush or a gaping animal, but also a lonely cart. The peasants were afraid of the wind, so they strengthened houses, fences and outbuildings so that an evil spirit would not sneak into the yard and harm pets.
There was a sign that the lazy on this day will be punished – they will be punished by Frost. According to legend, the Deity Frost is a tall grandfather with a thick beard and a staff that he does not touch, everything turns into ice.
And there was also a funny omen – people whose name begins with the letter 'I' (Igor, Irina and the like) will be very lucky on November 26. It is noteworthy that luck can be conveyed to others through a handshake or friendly conversation.
What to expect in the near future
An important sign for November 26: if a person swears on the day of Ivan Chrysostom (even on business), God will no longer hear his prayers and will not come to help.
Folk omens on November 26 about the weather:
- Any heavy rainfall (snow, frost, rain) on this day – portends a fruitful year;
- Snowstorm during the day – frosty night expected;
- Intermittent snowfall is a harbinger of bad weather;
- Small snow – causes a strong cold snap;
- Large snow flakes – predict a slight frost;
- Snow flakes of 'giant' size – warming is coming;
- Thunder thunders in winter – strong wind is expected;
- Strengthening the wind and changing its direction – a harbinger of a blizzard or snowfall;
- In the afternoon a gusty wind blew, and in the evening it died down – warming is coming;
- The bright shining of the stars is a harbinger of snowy and windy weather;
- The bright smoldering of coals in the furnace is a harbinger of bad weather;
- The ray cracks, sparks – bad weather with snowfall is expected;
- The warbler did not fly away to the warm lands for the winter – a warm and little snow winter is coming;
- The croaking of crows is a prediction of a thaw.
Signs of the day about the approaching cold:
- A lot of carbon deposits form on the splinter;
- Hares from the forest run away closer to human habitation;
- The Milky Way is clearly visible in the sky;
- The noise of the forest is heard.
Sign of the day for travelers: to set off on November 26 is an omen of a successful trip.
Sign by date of birth: if a person happened to be born on the day of Ivan Chrysostom, then he needs to choose spinel as a talisman to attract good luck.
