The date of September 11 is marked in red on the church calendar.
On this day, the church remembers the martyrdom of the prophet, who announced people about the coming of Jesus Christ. That is why John is called the forerunner, he preceded Christ and prepared people for his arrival.
Things to do on September 11
Orthodox Christians on this day should definitely go to church, pray and light a candle. You can ask for forgiveness for your sins, and also ask John the Baptist to fulfill your cherished desire.The beheading of John the Baptist: what cannot be done
On this day, you cannot eat dairy products, meat and bread, a strict fast is observed.
Under the prohibition of dancing and singing, it is believed that having fun on this day, a person commits a deadly sin. In no case do not celebrate weddings and do not get married, it is strictly forbidden to hold any familiar events.
Beheading of John the Baptist: why not cut round September 11?
Why it is impossible to cut round on the Beheading of John the Baptist
Many people know that on September 11, you cannot cut a round, even picking up a knife is undesirable.
This is due to the death of the prophet, whose head was brought to Herod on a platter. Prohibitions concern symbols that remind of the tragedy:- you can't pick up something sharp,
- cannot be cut, even break the bread into pieces,
- you cannot eat tomatoes, watermelons and other round-shaped foods,
- a special prohibition applies to cabbage.
- you can't eat borsch on September 11.
The church calls upon the memory of the prophet to be honored with respect.
Recall
- church holidays, fasting and memorial days in September.
- news of the coronavirus in Ukraine on September 7.
- Weekends and holidays in September 2020 in Ukraine.
