Having celebrated Holy Evening and Christmas, Ukrainians are looking forward to the next holiday – the New Year. However, the year is not yet over and several more memorable dates await us. We will tell you more about what holiday in Ukraine is December 26 according to the new calendar, who celebrates name days and what folk signs you should pay attention to in this material.
What holiday is December 26 according to the new Orthodox calendar?
On December 26, according to the new style, the Council of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated in the Christian church. This holiday comes the day after Christmas and represents a time when Orthodox believers turn to Our Lady with prayers and words of veneration.
On this day, in addition to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the church also remembers and honors saints close to Jesus – Joseph, her husband, Joseph’s son from his first marriage, Joakov, and Jesus’ ancestor, King David. The holiday received the name “Cathedral”, since on this day a general, conciliar reading of the saints associated with Mary and Jesus takes place.
The history of this holiday is connected with the events that occurred the day after the birth of Jesus. An angel appeared to Mary and Joseph, warning them of the evil plans of King Herod, who sought to destroy the Messiah by killing all the babies in Bethlehem. Joseph, the husband of the Mother of God, together with his son from his first marriage, Joakov, accompanied Mary and the baby Jesus to Egypt, where they could be safe.
What a holiday is December 26 in Ukraine and the world
December 26th is International Croupier Day. At the international level, there is no officially established “International Croupier Day”. However, in some countries, including the United States, there are certain days or weeks when casino workers, including dealers, are celebrated.
A croupier is a person who works in a casino and manages the gaming tables. Their responsibilities include dealing cards, spinning the roulette wheel, and maintaining order during the game. The dealers are also responsible for calculating winnings and removing losses.
Although this day is not an international holiday, some gambling establishments and associations may organize events or promotions in honor of the dealer to show appreciation for their work and professionalism. This may include various prizes, bonuses or special events at the casino.
Whether official or not, such events can help highlight the importance of the dealer’s role in the gambling industry and recognize their contribution to players’ casino entertainment experience.
Folk signs on December 26
There are several signs among people about this day:
- If the snow is sticky, expect warm weather.
- Wolves howling under a dwelling, a harbinger of a frosty winter.
- If the tits are chirping, you can expect warmer weather.
- When magpies gather in flocks, frost is approaching.
- If the sun goes behind a large cloud, a snowstorm is possible at night.
- When the snow melts to the north, spring promises to be cold.
- The weather for the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 11 following days can serve as an omen for the weather of each month of the new year.
December 26: name day for men and women
In Ukraine and some other countries that follow the Orthodox Christian tradition, names play an important role in the culture. Name day, or saint’s day, is celebrated in honor of the saints whose names some of the residents bear. Here are some of the names that are celebrated on December 26th.
- Oleksandr (Alexander): This name is of Greek origin and means “defender of the people” or “guardian of courage.”
- Anfisa (Anna): This is an ancient Greek name translated as “blessed” or “merciful.”
- Gregory (Gregory): This name is of Greek origin and means “watchful” or “guardian”.
- David: David was a great king in ancient Israel, and his name translates to “beloved” or “beloved.”
- Dmitro (Dmitry): This name is of ancient Greek origin and means “earth, earthen.”
- Efim (Efim): This name may also be related to the Greek “efim”, which means “pleasant” or “auspicious”.
- Yosip (Joseph): The name Joseph is of Hebrew origin and means “he who multiplies” or “who adds.”
- Kostyantin (Konstantin): This name comes from the Latin “constans”, which means “stable” or “constant”.
- Maria (Mary): This name is of Aramaic origin and means “mistress” or “beautiful.”
- Mikhailo (Mikhail): The name Mikhail is of Jewish origin and means “who is like God.”
These names are associated with various saints and historical figures, and their celebration is an occasion for family gatherings and celebrations.
December 26: what zodiac sign and compatibility
December 26th belongs to the zodiac sign Capricorn. Capricorn is the tenth sign of the zodiac and its period usually falls on December 22 – January 19. The main character traits of Capricorn include determination, responsibility, practicality and a tendency to achieve their goals.
Regarding compatibility, in astrology not only the zodiac sign plays an important role, but also the position of the planets, aspects and other factors. In general terms, Capricorn is considered compatible with Earth signs – Taurus and Virgo, as well as Water signs – Cancer and Scorpio. Additionally, relationships with Virgo and Taurus are generally considered to be more successful since they are all Earth signs, which implies a commonality in approach to life and values.
But it is worth remembering that each person is unique, and compatibility depends on many factors. It is important to take into account the individual characteristics of each person and pay attention not only to the zodiac sign, but also to other aspects of his natal chart.