Folk signs for September 1: what can and cannot be done
In Russia, omens have been given special importance since ancient times. They were used to judge the weather, when to sow and harvest, and what to expect in the future. Therefore, every day of the national calendar was full of rituals and superstitions. Izvestia tells about the popular signs of Monday, September 1, and which church holidays are celebrated on this day.
Folk signs for September 1, 2025
In Russia, on September 1, Fekla Beetroot was celebrated. In the villages, on this date, they began to harvest ripe beets, which were valued for their taste and useful qualities. The people said: "Birthday girl beetroot". Many different dishes were prepared from the root vegetable: borscht, pickled beetroot and botvinya, a cold soup based on tops. And the leaves and roots were used as a remedy.
In pre-Petrine times, New Year's Eve was celebrated on September 1. Therefore, earlier on this day, noisy festivities were held, tables were set, guests were invited and presented with amulet dolls, which were made from ripe ears of oats. According to legend, they protected from evil spirits and brought prosperity to the house.
On the first day of autumn, our ancestors also observed nature. According to the signs of the day, they determined what the new season would be like. For example, it was believed that whatever the weather was on the first day of September, it would be the same throughout autumn.
Other signs of the day:
- golden or pink sunset — for good weather;
- The moon seems to hang down with "horns" — to inclement weather;
- cranes fly south to the early winter;
- The morning fog on September 1 foreshadows that there will be a lot of snow in winter;
- A warm southerly wind is blowing, which means that a lot of oats will be born next year.;
- if you have a toothache, you need to apply raw beetroot to the gum, then the pain will pass.;
- those born on Beetroot beetroot, according to beliefs, will grow up smart.
What not to do on September 1st
Since ancient times, it has been customary on a holiday to ask for forgiveness from those who have been offended. The people believed that those who did not do this would be punished by higher powers. Any conflicts and quarrels on this day were forbidden. It was also forbidden to gossip and discuss other people. All kinds of misfortunes awaited those who disobeyed.
What else can not be done on September 1st:
- to wear white clothes, it is better to choose something bright, red or burgundy for good luck.;
- having dinner alone — otherwise you can lose the support of friends and family for a long time.;
- staring at fire for a long time leads to loss of vision.;
- to go on a long journey — the trip will fail or turn out to be unsuccessful;
- Complaining about your life will only make the situation worse.;
- Leaving trash and clutter in the house can make a brownie angry.
What is the church holiday on September 1st?
On September 1, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of the martyr Thekla of Gaza, who suffered in the fourth century during the persecution of Christians in the Palestinian city of Caesarea. She got her name from the place of death. At the same time, the martyrs Timothy and Agapius, who were executed in the same city and in the same year, are remembered.
Together with Thekla, they were captured and subjected to severe trials. Subsequently, Timothy was burned, and Thekla and Agapius were given to wild beasts. Despite their suffering, their faith remained unshakeable. Later, the righteous gained the heavenly crowns of martyrdom.
On the same date, the Donskoy Icon of the Mother of God is venerated, the authorship of which is attributed to Theophanes the Greek. According to legend, the image was presented by the Don Cossacks to the Moscow Prince Dmitry Donskoy before the Battle of Kulikovo, which took place on September 8, 1380. In honor of the victory over the Mongol-Tatars on the Don, the icon was named Donskoy. She is revered as miraculous, and is also considered the patroness of the Orthodox Cossacks. Currently, the shrine is located in the Tretyakov Gallery.
Prayers on September 1st
Saint Thekla prays for perseverance and devotion to the faith, the victory of the spirit over bodily suffering, salvation and deliverance from various troubles and adversities. On memorial Day, a troparion is read to the Martyr Agapius and others like him. In front of the Don Icon of the Mother of God, they ask for the protection of the Fatherland from enemies, power on the battlefield, healing from wounds and various ailments, strengthening the spirit and faith in the Lord.
Prayer to Thekla Gazskaya
Troparion, glas 4
"Thy martyrs, O Lord, have received incorruptible crowns from Thee, our God, in their sufferings: for Thou hast possessed thy fortress, and hast overthrown the tormentors, and crushed the demons of feeble insolence. Through those prayers, save our souls."
Kontakion, glas 2
"You have appeared as luminaries of light, divine martyrs, illuminating the whole creation with the brightness of miracles, resolving illnesses and always driving away deep darkness, praying unceasingly to Christ our God for all of us."
Greatness
"We magnify you, holy passion-bearers, and honor your honorable sufferings, which you have endured for Christ."
Prayer in front of the Donskoy Icon
"O Most Holy Lady, Virgin Mother of God, our good and speedy Intercessor! We sing praises to You, all of you, grateful for Your wonderful deeds. We praise from the ancient years Your inalienable intercession for the city of Moscow and our country, always miraculously manifested by Your Don: the armies of strangers turn to flight, the gradi and vesi are preserved unharmed, and people are delivered from fierce death. The weeping eyes are dried up, the lamentations of the faithful are silenced, and crying is transformed into general joy.
Grant us, too, O Most Pure Theotokos, consolation in adversity, a rebirth of hope, an image of courage, a source of mercy, and inexhaustible patience in sorrowful situations. Give to those who are strangers according to their petition and need: bring up infants, keep the young chaste and teach the fear of God, encourage the discouraged and support the weak old age. Visit us in pain and sorrow, O evil one, soften our hearts, strengthen our brotherly love, and fill us all with peace and love. Reconcile, Mother of Mercy, those who are at enmity and justify those who are slandered. Destroy our vices, so that our sins may not rise before the Judgment of all, so that the righteous wrath of God may not overtake us.
Through Your prayers, protect us with Your all-powerful protection from the invasions of the enemy, from gladness, destruction, fire, sword and all other ill-suffering. Through Your prayers, we hope to receive forgiveness and forgiveness of sins from the Most High God, and reconciliation with God. Pray grant us the Kingdom of heaven and, at the end of our lives, stand at the right hand of the Throne of God, where You, O All-holy Virgin, stand before the Holy Trinity in eternal glory.Deign us also, from the faces of the Angels and saints, to glorify there the Most Honorable Name of Thy Son, with His Beginningless Father and His All-holy, Good and Life-giving Spirit, forever and ever. Amen to that."
Earlier, Izvestia told what prayers are read on the memorial day of Flora and Laurus of Illyria.
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