The national holiday on January 9 is known as Stepan’s Day.
Believers celebrate a church holiday on January 9 in honor of the Christian martyr Stephen. On this date, the Holidays continue, when it is customary to divine one’s fate and love. At the same time, it is important to remember that the church does not approve of such rituals. On January 9, aspen stakes were driven into the ground to protect the house and garden from evil spirits.
Our ancestors noticed that if the weather is good on this day, then autumn will be cold. Often, on January 9, there was a sharp cooling, which lasted until February.
Our ancestors noticed that if it is warm on this day, spring will be cold. In order for the horses to be healthy, obey their master and survive the winter safely, holy water was poured into their troughs. They believed that it would add health to the horses.
January 9 has long been considered a good day for employment and solving any difficult professional tasks. In ancient times, on this date, hired workers were hired, and shepherds were hired in the villages.
What not to do on January 9
- On this day, it is strictly forbidden to throw away bread crumbs, but you can add them to feed for birds and livestock.
- Do not leave the fire unattended, as the day is considered a fire hazard.
- Being jealous on this day is a bad sign that promises a conflict with your other half.
Weather signs on January 9
- The moon is red at night – to a snowy but warm January.
- Little boys sing all day long – until the mild winter and early spring.
- Snow falls all day – to a good harvest of berries and mushrooms this year.
- Frost on the trees portends a good harvest of grain.
- If it got colder today, spring will be late and cold.
- Morning fog portends warming.
