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What church holiday May 20, 2022

What can be done on May 20, and what is better to refuse so as not to anger the saints – find out in the UNIAN material.

Martyr Akakiy lived in the 3rd century and was a centurion – a military leader over a hundred soldiers. This happened during the reign of Tsar Maximilian and then people professed paganism, sacrificing to idols. Akaki refused to do this and said that he believed in Christ. For this, he was tortured for a long time and subjected to severe torment, and then his head was cut off.

Also celebrated today national holiday May 20 – Bathing suit.

Orthodox holiday May 20 – the day of memory of St. Nile the Myrrh-streaming

Saint Nil was originally from Greece, came from a rich and noble family, but lost his parents early, so he was brought up by his uncle, Hieromonk Macarius. Upon reaching the age of majority, he was tonsured a monk, and after a while became a hieromonk.

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Together with his uncle, Nil retired to Mount Athos, where he erected a cell and a church. After the death of his uncle, he found an even more deserted place and there, in the cavity of the cave, he consecrated the throne of the Presentation of the Lord. Throughout his life, Neil steadfastly endured all hardships and hardships, and then peacefully departed to the Lord.

Signs May 20

Folk omens today / photo from UNIAN
  • rainbow in the morning – the day will be rainy;
  • red sunset – to windy weather;
  • many ants – to the heat;
  • increased activity of bees in the morning – wait for a thunderstorm.

What not to do today

On this date, you need to be careful with fire and sharp objects – there are high chances of getting injured. For the same reason, it is better for women not to do needlework. May 20 is absolutely impossible to guess, otherwise you can turn the future for the worse. The church forbids swearing, swearing and gossip – you will bring trouble.

What can you do on May 20

The national holiday is called “Kupalnitsa”, as on this day our ancestors bathed horses in the rivers. They themselves also took water procedures to cleanse the body and soul. Water from open sources was sprinkled on the corners of the house, driving away evil spirits. At dawn, you can wash yourself with dew to prolong health and youth.

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