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Nine Healers: What You Can and Cannot Do on This Day
12.05.2023 07:30
Superstitious people pay special attention to prohibitions related to folk holidays.
We will tell you what to expect, what can and cannot be done on May 12. In the folk calendar today is the holiday of Nine Martyrs, or Healer's Day.
Nine Healers
This holiday originates from the calendar of the Russian Orthodox Church, which today remembers the nine martyrs of Cyzicus. People used to pray to the saints during times of plague, illness and other misfortunes, which is why the holiday received its second name - Nine Healers.
What can be done
In the old days, on this day you had to wait until midday and, going out on the road, turn your face to the south wind. This simple procedure got rid of ailments and strengthened health for the next 12 months.
Gardeners tried to walk around their fields today, and certainly in the direction from west to east. In addition to inspecting the plantings, it was necessary to "wishes" for a good harvest at this time.
Among other things, the collection of birch sap continued, the collection of medicinal herbs began, women tried to wash themselves with dew today, which promised beauty and youth.
What not to do
What you definitely shouldn't do today is share your plans for the future with others. Sharing plans is a thankless task anyway, but in this case, what you've planned will definitely not come true.
Cooks should refrain from sifting flour today, otherwise they will have vision problems.
Envy today needs to be hidden deep down, otherwise it will cause illness.
If the weather allows swimming, then on May 12th never dive head first into rivers, lakes or other bodies of water.
At the same time, you shouldn't sit at home today. You definitely need to find a minute and go for a walk outside.
