Before Easter, many believers have a question: when, from what time do colored eggs and Easter cakes shine? From what time, from what time and until what time can you come to the temple to do this?

According to tradition, you must come to church on Holy Saturday. This year it can be done on April 7, 2018.

When the church starts blessing Easter cakes

When, at what time and until what hour the Easter cakes are blessed depends on each church. But, as a rule, the ritual of consecrating food is carried out throughout the entire Saturday day - from morning to night. Then the festive Easter service and procession begin in the church.

You can consecrate food at the beginning of the Festive Service, and then the rite of consecration is not carried out. The great consecration of Easter cakes begins at night, at the end of the Divine Liturgy - at approximately 3 am.

Put as much food in your Easter basket as you can eat - after all, blessed foods cannot be thrown away. Easter cake, colored eggs, some meat and cheese. It will not be superfluous to consecrate salt and spices. But wine and others alcoholic drinks Better leave it at home.

When do Easter cakes shine on Saturday - until what time?

In addition to the great consecration, there is also the consecration of Easter cakes and other Easter food on Saturday. The solemn ceremony begins after the Liturgy of Holy Saturday.

Each temple has its own traditions, which sometimes change from year to year. Therefore, it would be advisable to call the temple by phone and politely ask the watchman or the attendant what time and until what hour the Easter cakes are blessed on Saturday.

So, in a church where there are many serving priests, they consecrate almost constantly (on Holy Saturday from 11-00 to 23-00). And sometimes, somewhere there is no such opportunity, because the priests and choristers need to rest and prepare for the night Holiday service on Sunday and for the Procession of the Cross.

Is it necessary to bless Easter cakes for Easter: the opinion of the church

And it won’t be superfluous to do a favor, as much as you can afford it, and treat everyone in need with eggs and Easter cakes. Many may argue that the Easter cake and eggs that shine in a holy place will then be eaten by unscrupulous people.

However, there is no need to worry here - each person decides for himself what to do. And if someone comes to church for the sake of gluttony, sin falls on his conscience.

The priests are sure that the consecration of food is a natural desire of a person, and even more so if we are talking about the most important holiday of Christians - Easter. Here, for example, is the opinion of Archpriest Maxim Pervozvansky.

What not to do on Holy Saturday before Easter

It’s good to get into the atmosphere of Holy Saturday and find out a short history what lies in the traditions of this day and what it means. Then it will become clear what exactly should not be done during such dramatic hours.

First of all, this is a day on which you need to try to restrain all earthly passions. It is unacceptable to swear, much less use foul language and generally get irritated. This means that it is better to leave all the clarification of the relationship for later. After all, Easter is coming, and it’s time to tune in to the bright waves of the holiday.

If possible, it is better not to devote time to fun parties, and to postpone the celebration of any dates. It is undesirable to do housework and hard work. It is better to plan your time in such a way as to complete routine duties before the hour of sorrow.

Of course, there is no need to laugh and have fun uncontrollably on the Saturday before Easter. After all, we probably wouldn’t do this on the days of remembrance of our loved one. And if we are talking about the fact that a good half of humanity remembers the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, it is clear that this only increases our responsibility.

What to do on the Saturday after Good Friday

Since we are talking about the fact that on this day believers especially remember Christ, it is important to pay sufficient attention to your spiritual life. It would be right to visit church service which starts early in the morning and continues throughout the day. Moreover, in the evening it turns into the all-night vigil, and then the Holy Resurrection begins.

And among the people, Saturday is also called Dyeing (or Red), as housewives complete the final preparations for Happy Easter. In the house they paint eggs, bake Easter cakes, and bake boiled pork. Although traditionally it is customary to finish all homework before Maundy Thursday(clean the house, wash), the church does not prohibit doing business on Saturday.

Of course, on such a day you can read the Bible, say prayers, do good deeds, and help those in need. Here you can focus on your inner voice. Perhaps someone has been in need of your attention for a long time - then it’s worth visiting the person and helping him as much as possible.

It would be a good idea to ask for forgiveness and forgive other people yourself. After all, by doing even the smallest things, we really change the world for the better and fill it with joy.

What can you eat on Holy Saturday during Lent?

You can also take care of tomorrow’s celebrations - traditionally, housewives begin collecting Easter baskets to bless the holiday food in church. In this regard, the question arises: what do they eat on the Saturday before Easter?

In fact, this is the last day of Lent, so it is better to try to stick to the restrictions. Besides, you don’t have long to endure – tomorrow you will be able to eat any dishes.

And on Saturday itself you can be content with only this menu:

• bread (not rich);
• fruits and vegetables in any form;
• water.

Holy Saturday is the last day of Lent and it is very strict (bread and water). And if we talk about when the Saturday meal before Easter is allowed, then only after the end of the all-night vigil in the temple. Actually Lent ends on Sunday: after the service, believers solemnly say: “Christ is risen! Truly risen!”

And then you can already taste pasochki, eggs and other food. After which the parishioners go home, rest and go to bed. But the real Easter holiday comes a few hours after Easter night - and it lasts at least a week.

Folk signs and beliefs on Holy Saturday

As we know, this is a particularly dramatic day: the body of the Savior has already been taken down from the cross and placed in a tomb. Of course, on such a day you should refrain from any quarrels, and even irritation is better left for later. And you also need to pay attention to such folk signs and beliefs:

1. It is better not to plan any noisy parties on Holy Saturday. Even if it’s a birthday, you should celebrate it as modestly as possible. But if you throw a feast for the whole world, then this is an unkind sign: the year may not turn out as successfully as you planned.
2. It is also popularly believed that on Saturday there is no need to take out the trash or anything at all (any item) from the house, including lending. Wait until Sunday - because if you disobey, it could give rise to minor troubles, failure and harm you.
3. If Easter cakes turned out great on Holy Saturday, this is a very good symbol: the year will work out and will delight loved ones with pleasant events.
4. If you wake up exactly during the Easter dawn and see it, a new bright streak will come in your affairs.
5. If you dreamed about a deceased relative on Easter night, this is a very good sign. There is a belief that then in the coming year all family members will be healthy, and no misfortunes will affect them.
6. It is better to try not to oversleep the morning service and generally get up early. Being late for church is a bad sign.
7. It is interesting that even hunters have a unique system of Easter symbols and signs. If you described all their signs, you would need a whole book. But the most important rule is that on such a day it is strictly forbidden to shed the blood of animals, this is considered a great sin. Therefore, you need to postpone hunting (and fishing).
8. If it was clear and warm on the Saturday before Easter, then the whole summer will be clear and sunny. And if the weather is cloudy, it will be a cold and rainy summer.

The last day of Lent before Easter - Holy Saturday - falls on April 15 in 2017. This is the day when Christians remember Christ's stay in the tomb after the crucifixion, when His soul descended into hell to bring the righteous out of it.

The fast lasted 48 days, and during this time believers had time to think about their lives, remember the deeds of Jesus Christ when he was on earth, and prepare for Easter.

If the preparations have not yet been completed, then Holy Saturday is the time to complete all the preparatory work.

For believers, Great Saturday before Easter is both a mournful and a joyful day: Christ still lies in the tomb, the Resurrection has not yet arrived, but everything is already filled with pre-Easter joy.

Great Saturday is popularly called Silent Saturday, since on this day it is not customary to have fun and have fun, and it is worth refraining from various quarrels. On this day, foul language and swearing are considered a great sin, so you need to watch your language. Another name for Great Saturday – Dyeing Saturday – suggests that it’s time to start preparing dyes for Easter.

But the products that are prepared for festive table, you can’t eat yet. Those who adhere to Lent eat raw vegetables and fruits, bread and drink water. Housewives prepare Easter cakes if they have not baked them in advance.

Traditions

On Saturday evening, believers, leaving a “small” treat on the tables at home, gather in churches and cathedrals for the evening service, which begins at 12 am procession, after which the service continues. Arriving home, the believers eat paska and go to bed. And only late on Sunday morning does the true holiday begin.

It is customary to collect the Easter basket not on the day of the Resurrection, but on Holy Saturday. Each family in its own way selects the products that it considers necessary to consecrate, making sure to fill the basket with dyes and Easter cakes. Housewives often cover their Easter baskets with embroidered towels. On Holy Saturday, women also decorate the house with branches of young trees and fresh flowers, which symbolizes a new beginning and rebirth of life.

Every year on the Saturday before Easter, the descent of the Holy Fire takes place in Jerusalem. Many thousands of pilgrims gather on this day at the Church of the Resurrection of Christ to observe one of the main miracles of the Orthodox Church. Tradition claims that the year when the Holy Fire does not descend to earth will be the last before the Last Judgment.

What not to do on Holy Saturday:

* You cannot break your fast from three o'clock on Saturday morning until Sunday morning;

* You cannot eat food prepared by heat treatment;

* You should not drink alcohol (those who observed strict fasting on Good Friday and were only on bread and water can drink a little red wine to maintain strength);

* You cannot dance or sing;

* It is necessary to refrain from intimacy with your spouse;1

* No fishing or hunting allowed;

* It is also forbidden to clean the house, iron or wash things;

* You can't wash yourself;

* Gardening and vegetable garden work is prohibited;

* There is also a ban on handicrafts;

* You should refrain from construction work and other physical work.

On this day you cannot refuse people's requests. Also, on Holy Saturday they do not commemorate the dead, which means that they do not go to the cemetery. Every believer on the eve of a big holiday should try to behave righteously, not quarrel with anyone, not swear, and refrain from sorting things out.

Holy Saturday is a day of kindness, reconciliation and forgiveness. Today, be sure to ask for forgiveness from everyone you may have offended. Make peace with everyone with whom you are in a quarrel - do not overshadow tomorrow's holiday with negative feelings and emotions.

Also, on the Saturday before Easter, you must give alms to all the needy people you meet on your way. Well, your relatives and people close to you should not be left without Easter gifts.

Signs on Holy Saturday

On this day, it is considered a great sin to laugh and have fun. People say that whoever laughs on Holy Saturday will cry all next year.

As on the previous two days, on the Saturday before Easter you cannot give anything from home, no matter who asks you for it. In this way you can give away your health, well-being, luck.

On this day you can clean the graves in the cemetery, but you cannot commemorate them on Saturday.

If the weather on Holy Saturday is warm and clear, then the summer will be hot and dry. And if it’s cold and rainy on this day, then the summer will be cool.

Also, according to the sign, staying awake on the night of Easter promotes good health, a good harvest, will help girls be happy in marriage, and promises a successful hunt for boys.

Holy Saturday is the last day Holy Week, preceding Easter. It is believed that on this day the disciples of Jesus mourned the loss of their Teacher. Leaving his body in the tomb, the spirit of Christ descended into hell on this day to preach to the dead, dispelled the darkness and freed the souls of the righteous. This event is depicted on many Orthodox icons.

Holy Saturday - traditions and customs

Holy Saturday is also called “quiet” Saturday. On this day, silence should be maintained after the crucifixion of Christ, which took place on Good Friday. Therefore, it is not customary to spend this day in entertainment. The entire week preceding Easter is called Holy Week in memory of last days Jesus on Earth. Having descended into hell, he freed the souls of the righteous, opening the gates to heaven for them.

In 2014, Holy Saturday falls on April 19th. In the morning of this day, believers consecrate eggs and Easter cakes, and in the evening they gather for a solemn service to celebrate the Resurrection of Christ. Services on Holy Saturday are held in churches throughout the day. According to Orthodox tradition, it begins in the evening - the rite of Matins: in the center of the temple, on a small elevation, there is an icon of Christ lying in the tomb, decorated with flowers - the Holy Shroud. The hymns of the morning canon glorify Christ, who conquered death by his death.

Lighting bright easter eggs and festive Easter cakes - the most important tradition of Holy Saturday. In Rus', on this day, housewives collected an “Easter basket”: eggs, Easter cottage cheese, Easter cake, a piece butter, baked pork meat and salt. Pork symbolized fertility, and salt was a symbol of vital energy, the connection between God and his people.

What not to do on Holy Saturday

Meanwhile, Lent is still ongoing, and therefore you can only prepare treats, but not eat them. On this day it is better to refrain from any hard work. In particular, you cannot work on your summer cottage, wash, spin, sew, or chop wood. There is no point in cleaning either - this should have been done on Maundy Thursday, which passed on April 17th. On this day it is better not to hunt, not to fish, and even the celebration of your birthday should be postponed until another day.

On this day you cannot laugh or offend your loved ones. It is not recommended to remember the dead on Holy Saturday, although visiting cemeteries is not prohibited.

What to do on Holy Saturday

Holy Saturday for believers is a time of repentance, awareness of their sins and attempts to find peace of mind. On this day you need to try to forgive your neighbors for their grievances.

In addition, it is important to remember that Lent has not yet ended, and then everyone, with the exception of the sick, pregnant women and small children, should observe it. On this day you need to eat only bread, vegetables and fruits. Moreover, these products must be eaten raw. The fast will end the next day, April 20th.

On the night from Saturday to Sunday you are supposed to stay awake. If you were unable to go to church for the All-Night Vigil, light a candle in front of the icon in the house and devote some time to prayer.

Signs for Holy Saturday

There are many folk signs dedicated to Holy Saturday.

Whoever laughs on Holy Saturday of Holy Week will cry all next year.

If this day is clear and warm, then the summer will be the same, but if the weather on Saturday before Easter is cloudy and cool, then the summer will often have bad weather.

Also, according to the sign, staying awake on the night of Easter promotes good health, a good harvest, will help girls be happy in marriage, and promises a successful hunt for boys.

In Rus', on this day it was customary to “call out” frosts so that they would not spoil the future harvest.

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The last day of Lent before Easter - Holy Saturday - falls on April 7 in 2018. This is the day when Christians remember Christ's stay in the tomb after the crucifixion, when His soul descended into hell to bring the righteous out of it.

The fast lasted 48 days, and during this time believers had time to think about their lives, remember the deeds of Jesus Christ when he was on earth, and prepare for Easter.

If the preparations have not yet been completed, then Holy Saturday is the time to complete all the preparatory work.

For believers, Great Saturday before Easter is both a mournful and a joyful day: Christ still lies in the tomb, the Resurrection has not yet arrived, but everything is already filled with pre-Easter joy.

Great Saturday is popularly called Silent Saturday, since on this day it is not customary to have fun and have fun, and it is worth refraining from various quarrels. On this day, foul language and swearing are considered a great sin, so you need to watch your language. Another name for Great Saturday – Dyeing Saturday – suggests that it’s time to start preparing dyes for Easter.

Biblical tradition

According to the Bible and church teaching, on this day the Lord descends into hell and overthrows the power of death over humanity. He enters paradise with the prudent thief, who was crucified with him and, as the Son of God, sits on the Divine Throne with God the Father and the Holy Spirit.

After the Crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, Joseph bought a shroud - a long cloth in which the Jews buried their dead, came to Pilate and began to ask him for a body for burial.

It should be noted that according to the custom of the Romans, the bodies of the crucified remained on the crosses and became prey for birds, but with the permission of the authorities they could be buried.

The body of Christ was taken down from the Cross, anointed with incense, wrapped in a shroud and placed in a new burial cave that belonged to Joseph. The Pharisees, who knew Christ's prophecy about His Resurrection, feared the body would be stolen and placed a guard at the tomb. This circumstance became an indisputable proof of the truth of Christ's Resurrection.

What not to do on Holy Saturday before Easter

It’s good to get into the atmosphere of Holy Saturday, learn a brief history, what lies in the traditions of this day, and what it means. Then it will become clear what exactly should not be done during such dramatic hours.

First of all, this is a day on which you need to try to restrain all earthly passions. It is unacceptable to swear, much less use foul language and generally get irritated. This means that it is better to leave all the clarification of the relationship for later. After all, Easter is coming, and it’s time to tune in to the bright waves of the holiday.

If possible, it is better not to devote time to fun parties, and to postpone the celebration of any dates. It is undesirable to do housework and hard work. It is better to plan your time in such a way as to complete routine duties before the hour of sorrow.

Of course, there is no need to laugh and have fun uncontrollably on the Saturday before Easter. After all, we probably wouldn’t do this on the days of remembrance of our loved one. And if we are talking about the fact that a good half of humanity remembers the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, it is clear that this only increases our responsibility.

Great and Holy Saturday is a time of Christian repentance

On this day, all believers try to realize their sins, try to find the meaning of life, and find peace of mind. On Holy Saturday, it is necessary to forgive everyone’s offenses and ask for forgiveness from those who have been offended.

Lent ends on Sunday, so on Saturday it is recommended to eat only bread, water and raw vegetables and fruits.

Sleepless night on Holy Saturday

Orthodox Christians stay awake on the night from Saturday to Sunday. Even if you were unable to get to the temple, at home you should light a candle in front of the icon of Jesus Christ and devote some time to prayer.

The last Saturday before Easter is the day of helping the poor and needy. You can and should give out treats to friends and strangers, as well as provide charitable assistance money. And relatives need to prepare Easter gifts.

Signs, rituals and beliefs of Holy Saturday

The Orthodox firmly believe that the days before Easter are prophetic. And this is what was noticed by our ancestors:

What the weather will be like on Holy Saturday, this is how it will mostly be in the summer of this year.

To be born on this day, as on Easter, means to be healthy, happy and self-sufficient. If a child was born on Holy Saturday before Easter, he often has unique abilities.

Die on Easter and the day before Happy holiday– means to be marked by God. These souls go straight to Heaven.

If dogs howl, it means war.

If you wash all the rooms (especially the children's room) with water from a well before Easter, all evil slander, bad emotions and negative energy will be “washed away.”

Riding on a swing will help “blow away” all sins from a person.

Annunciation Holy Mother of God: history, meaning and traditions of the holiday

Annunciation is one of the most important and joyful holidays in Orthodox calendar. This year, the day of the good news falls on the Week - the 4th week of Lent.

Date of celebration

The date of the Annunciation is considered to be March 25th. Gregorian calendar and April 7 - Julian. From December 25 (January 7), which since the 4th century has been considered the day of the Nativity of Christ, this date is separated by exactly nine months.

In Orthodoxy, the Annunciation is included in the list of twelve most important holidays after Easter. It is celebrated every year on the same day. In the Orthodox Church, which calculates chronology according to Julian calendar, is April 7th. This year, the Annunciation falls during Lent and coincides with Holy Saturday. This means that you will not be able to eat fish on the holiday. According to the monastery charter, during Lent, fish is allowed only twice - on the Annunciation and on Palm Sunday. But the meaning of Good Friday, like every day Holy Week, cancels these concessions.

Meaning and history

The events of the Annunciation are described by only one evangelist - Luke, and are also found in some apocrypha.

Archangel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary and announced: “Rejoice, full of grace! The Lord is with you! Blessed are You among women,” saying that She has acquired the greatest grace from God - to be the Matter of the Son of God. IN Christian tradition it is believed that this news was the first good news that humanity received since the fall of Adam and Eve.

Name of the holiday

The very name “Annunciation” (“Evangelismos” in Greek) comes from the word “Gospel”. “Gospel” means “good news”, “good news”.

The name of the holiday came into use only from the 7th century. Before this, in the works of the authors of those years there were titles: “Day of Greeting”, “Annunciation”, “Greeting to Mary”, “Conception of Christ”, “Beginning of Redemption”, etc. The full name of the holiday in Orthodoxy is: “Annunciation of our Most Holy Lady Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary.”

Although the holiday itself appeared earlier: most historians believe that the tradition of celebrating the Annunciation was established no earlier than the 4th century.

Jerusalem, Russian, Georgian, Serbian orthodox churches, Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (within Ukraine), as well as Old Believers celebrate the Annunciation according to the Julian calendar - April 7.

Holiday traditions

According to tradition, after the Liturgy, white birds are released in many churches. This custom dates back to folk tradition spring meeting. Like many others, this pagan custom was adapted to Christian values ​​with the advent of Christianity. From the Gospel we learn that the Holy Spirit descended on the Lord during his baptism in the Jordan River in the form of a dove. Archangel Gabriel also explains the Immaculate Conception of Jesus Christ by the Virgin Mary through the action of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit will come upon you and the power of the Most High will overshadow you (Luke 1:35). From the merger folk custom, the image of the Holy Spirit and the words of the Gospel and this tradition appeared.

The Church says that on the day of the Annunciation, as on other major church holidays, every Christian believer should try to put aside his own affairs for the sake of being present in church and praying.

There are no funeral services or prayers on this day, and the church also does not hold weddings on this day. Those who want to get married without conflicting with Orthodox traditions, can do this starting from the first Sunday after Easter.

Saturday, which comes during Holy Week before Easter, is a special day. Therefore, people are often interested in the question of what can and cannot be done during these hours. A detailed response and first-hand comments from the clergy are presented below.

• What does Holy Saturday of Holy Week mean?
• What not to do on Holy Saturday before Easter
• What to do on the Saturday after Good Friday
• What can you eat on Holy Saturday during Lent?
• Folk signs and beliefs on Holy Saturday

• You can start the discussion with what kind of Saturday comes before Bright Sunday. Interestingly, this day has several names:

  1. Great.
  3. Passionate.
  5. Dying.
  7. Quiet.
  8. The main name is due to the fact that Saturday represents the last day of Holy Week. These were the last days in the earthly life of Jesus Christ.

     IN Good Friday The Savior was crucified, and all Saturday his body lay in the tomb. And the grief of loved ones at the tomb of Christ was very difficult, because hardly anyone hoped that he would be resurrected.

     That is why Great (Holy) Saturday is a very dramatic day. And therefore it is undesirable:

     • arrange any kind of fun,
     • attend parties,
     • sing dance,
     • organizing some celebrations (wedding, birthday, etc.)
     • indulge in carnal pleasures.
     • In this regard, the Sabbath day is also called quiet - it is really better for believers to refrain from worldly noise.

       It is also better to avoid working in the garden, hunting and fishing.

       It’s good to get into the atmosphere of Holy Saturday, learn a brief history, what lies in the traditions of this day, and what it means. Then it will become clear what exactly should not be done during such dramatic hours.

       First of all, this is a day on which you need to try to restrain all earthly passions. It is unacceptable to swear, much less use foul language and generally get irritated. This means that it is better to leave all the clarification of the relationship for later. After all, Easter is coming, and it’s time to tune in to the bright waves of the holiday.

       If possible, it is better not to devote time to fun parties, and to postpone the celebration of any dates. It is undesirable to do housework and hard work. It is better to plan your time in such a way as to complete routine duties before the hour of sorrow.

       Of course, there is no need to laugh and have fun uncontrollably on the Saturday before Easter. After all, we probably wouldn’t do this on the days of remembrance of our loved one. And if we are talking about the fact that a good half of humanity remembers the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, it is clear that this only increases our responsibility.

       Since we are talking about the fact that on this day believers especially remember Christ, it is important to pay sufficient attention to your spiritual life. It is correct to attend church services, which begin early in the morning and continue throughout the day. Moreover, in the evening it turns into the all-night vigil, and then the Holy Resurrection begins.

       And among the people, Saturday is also called Dyeing (or Red), as housewives complete the final preparations for Easter. In the house they paint eggs, bake Easter cakes, and bake boiled pork. Although it is traditional to finish all housework on Maundy Thursday (clean the house, wash), the church does not prohibit doing business on Saturday.

       Of course, on such a day you can read the Bible, say prayers, do good deeds, and help those in need. Here you can focus on your inner voice. Perhaps someone has been in need of your attention for a long time - then it’s worth visiting the person and helping him as much as possible.

       It would be a good idea to ask for forgiveness and forgive other people yourself. After all, by doing even the smallest things, we really change the world for the better and fill it with joy.

       You can also take care of tomorrow’s celebrations - traditionally, housewives begin collecting Easter baskets to bless the holiday food in church. In this regard, the question arises: what do they eat on the Saturday before Easter?

       In fact, this is the last day of Lent, so it is better to try to stick to the restrictions. Besides, you don’t have long to endure – tomorrow you will be able to eat any dishes.

       And on Saturday itself you can be content with only this menu:

       • bread (not rich);
       • fruits and vegetables in any form;
       • water.
       • Holy Saturday is the last day of Lent and it is very strict (bread and water). And if we talk about when the Saturday meal before Easter is allowed, then only after the end of the all-night vigil in the temple. In fact, Lent ends on Sunday: after the service, believers solemnly say: “Christ is risen! Truly risen!”

         And then you can already taste pasochki, eggs and other food. After which the parishioners go home, rest and go to bed. But the real Easter holiday comes a few hours after Easter night - and it lasts at least a week.

         As we know, this is a particularly dramatic day: the body of the Savior has already been taken down from the cross and placed in a tomb. Of course, on such a day you should refrain from any quarrels, and even irritation is better left for later. And you also need to pay attention to the following folk signs and beliefs:

         1. It is better not to plan any noisy parties on Holy Saturday. Even if it’s a birthday, you should celebrate it as modestly as possible. But if you throw a feast for the whole world, then this is an unkind sign: the year may not turn out as successfully as you planned.
         3. It is also popularly believed that on Saturday there is no need to take out the trash or anything at all (any item) from the house, including lending. Wait until Sunday - because if you disobey, it can cause minor troubles, failures and harm you.
         5. If Easter cakes turned out great on Holy Saturday, this is a very good symbol: the year will work out and will delight loved ones with pleasant events.
         7. If you wake up exactly during the Easter dawn and see it, a new bright streak will come in your affairs.
         9. If you dreamed about a deceased relative on Easter night, this is a very good sign. There is a belief that then in the coming year all family members will be healthy, and no misfortunes will affect them.
         11. It is better to try not to oversleep the morning service and generally get up early, informs the C-ib portal. Being late for church is a bad sign.
         13. It is interesting that even hunters have a unique system of Easter symbols and signs. If you described all their signs, you would need a whole book. But the most important rule is that on such a day it is strictly forbidden to shed the blood of animals, this is considered a great sin. Therefore, you need to postpone hunting (and fishing).
         15. If it was clear and warm on the Saturday before Easter, then the whole summer will be clear and sunny. And if the weather is cloudy, it will be a cold and rainy summer.