What holiday is today December 21, 2024
The national holiday on December 21 is known under the names Peter the Half-Kord, Anfisa the Needlewoman.
The date December 21 has long been considered successful for needlework and household chores, but today it is better to forget about adventures and long trips. Find out what holiday Ukrainians celebrate today and what is strictly prohibited.
What do we celebrate on December 21 – a holiday in Ukraine
According to the new style, believers honor the martyr Juliana and Metropolitan of Kievan Rus Peter the Wonderworker. According to the old calendar, the Monk Patapius of Thebes and the martyr Anfisa of Rome are honored. Earlier we told you what church holiday Christians celebrate today, December 21st.
The holiday is today known as Peter the Half-Food, since by this date half of the winter supplies had run out. It was a difficult time for the peasants…
