When the Feast of the Savior comes, it means that little by little it is time to harvest. So when is Spas in 2016? In order, first comes the Honey Savior, aka Makovey. The next one is Yablochny - the Second Spas, and after that is the Nut Spas, or, as it is popularly called, the Bread Spas.
The great Orthodox holiday is celebrated by both the church and believers in honor of the Great Savior - Jesus Christ, hence the names of the holidays. The symbols of the three great holidays are honey, apples and nuts, and accordingly the names of Spasov. With the advent of each of the three holidays, one could freely consume and stockpile honey, apples and nuts.
Poppy (Honey) Spas in 2016
It is the Poppy Savior that begins the series of holidays in August. It is also called the Savior on the Water, the Wet Savior and honors the water. It is celebrated on August 14th. By the way, when is the Honey Savior in 2016, those who usually fast should know. It is on August 14 that the Assumption Fast begins. On this day, it is better to avoid meat and fish dishes, but you can enjoy baked goods with poppy seeds, because this Savior is also called Makovei.
Yablochny Spas-2016 (Yabloneviy)
When is the Apple Savior this year, all believers need to know, since from that day, according to long-standing traditions, it was possible to eat apples and reap a bountiful harvest. Nowadays, however, this rule is not so strictly adhered to, but still these beloved fruits are held in special esteem at Apple Spas. They are consecrated in the church, delicious dishes are prepared from apples to replenish the body with health and attract good luck. And in any case, it’s nice to spend time over apple pie or charlotte with your family.
The Second Savior, also known as the Apple Savior, is celebrated on August 19th. Don’t forget that on the day of the Apple Savior in 2016, a big holiday is also celebrated - the Transfiguration of the Lord.
Nut (Bread) Spas 2016
When the Nut Spas comes, the nuts are usually already ripe, and in our time, when the climate has become hotter, the nuts ripen even earlier. The church celebrates the Third Savior at the end of summer, but just like the previous Savior, these days there is another important holiday - the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Therefore, on August 29, a festive liturgy is held in the church and believers venerate the saints with special inspiration.
By the way, the Third Savior is also called the Bread Savior. Therefore, when wondering what date the Bread Savior is in 2016, remember that it is August 29th.
August 14 – Honey Spas, Makovey
The very word “Savior” is associated with Jesus Christ, who is called the Savior. It is to him that the Orthodox Church dedicates these holidays. It must be said that each feast of the Savior in the church calendar has a different, so to speak, official name.
Honey, the very First Savior, in church calendars is called the Origin of the Honest Trees of the Life-Giving Cross of the Lord.
Why are holidays called Spas? It turns out that this word has ancient, even pagan roots. Long before the advent of Christianity, the Slavs revered the God of the Savior, to whom they prayed for the successful harvest and safety of the harvest. After the baptism of Rus', Slavic traditions intertwined with Orthodox ones, and the holidays of the Savior acquired another meaning: Jesus gave each of us the opportunity to save our soul from evil forces, to take care of it even before the autumn of life comes. And now, during Spasov, we remember Him, trying to think at least for a moment: how do we live?
According to legend, this holiday appeared in Orthodoxy after the inhabitants of Constantinople on this day, from the Church of Hagia Sophia, in the midst of a terrible epidemic, took out a piece of the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified, and consecrated reservoirs and wells. And a miracle happened - the disease that had claimed thousands of lives left the city.
But on Honey Savior, water in rivers, springs, and wells is blessed not only in memory of the miracle of Constantinople. The ancient chronicles say that it was in August that Prince Vladimir baptized Kievan Rus. That is why the First Savior is often called the Savior on the Water, the Wet Savior, and they honor the water. Our ancestors always swam in ponds on Honey Spas. It was believed that on this day all water acquires magical powers - it washes away sins, saves from troubles and illnesses. But swim after
On August 14, not only water, but also honey is blessed in churches and Orthodox temples. It is at this time that the honeycombs in the hives are filled to capacity with honey, and it’s time to harvest the harvest, and after the consecration, treat yourself to your heart’s content. Among the Slavs, honey was not only a tasty, sweet delicacy; they also prepared a popular intoxicating drink from it - mead. People used it not only as a festive drink, but also to treat illnesses and illnesses.
There is another name for the holiday on August 14 - Makovei. Those who often visit church know that on this day in churches they remember the martyrdom of the seven Maccabee brothers for the faith. But the Maccabees have nothing to do with the harvest festival. It’s just that on August 14, they began to collect poppy seeds in the fields and bake pies with this filling.
Makoveychik - a magical amulet bouquet
On the holiday of Makovei, earlier, in pre-Christian Rus', people created special bouquets-amulets - makoveichiki, which protected the family from harm throughout the year. They did not stop collecting poppy seeds even after the advent of Christianity. True, now they are consecrated in the church. Before the holiday, makoveychiki are sold literally at every turn. Of course, you can buy them, but it’s better to assemble a magical bouquet with your own hands. In Rus' they were convinced: every woman or girl should do this. The dried poppy seed is best placed on the windowsill. And to protect your home from witchcraft, scatter poppies around the house (at least at the threshold and in the corners of each room). And remember: on Makovei women are forgiven all unforgivable sins.
By the way, if a child has trouble falling asleep or sleeps restlessly, a consecrated poppy head is placed under his pillow.
Popular belief says: The First Savior atones for a woman’s sins. It’s probably no secret to anyone that living a life without sin is an impossible task, unless the saints can cope with it, but an ordinary person cannot do it. Circumstances are such that, even in small ways, everyone sins. This sign says that if a woman has a sin for which she cannot beg forgiveness in any way, then on this day such a sin will definitely be forgiven her. For greater confidence in the forgiveness of sins, it was necessary to help widows and orphans with housework - “throw at least a sliver of wood into the widow’s yard at the Honey Savior.” By wood chips they meant firewood. People tried to help with the preparation of firewood, work in the garden, and chores around the house. After all, whoever helps those in need on this day will receive the blessing of the Lord.
In the old days, poppy seed was made from 17 herbs.
Over time, the number of components has changed. What must be in a bouquet?
Poppy heads
Artemisia sprigs
Viburnum is a symbol of girlish beauty, love, tenderness.
Sunflower is a symbol of sun, warmth and gratitude.
Rue and marigold (calendula) - protection against all sorts of diseases.
Nut Spas is a folk church holiday, which is celebrated at the end of summer and is dedicated to welcoming autumn. This holiday intertwines many traditions that pass from generation to generation.
The date of the celebration of the Nut Savior is constant - August 29. They do not change from year to year, because on the same day the Christian holiday of the Savior Not Made by Hands is celebrated. These two festivals cannot do without each other, and therefore they are a symbiosis of folk wisdom and the Christian religion. This is the last of the three Spas, completing a series of holidays dedicated to farewell to summer. Honey Spas, Apple and Nut Spas are the three best days in August for the blessing of the fruits of nature.
History of the holiday Third Savior
The Nut, Third, Bread or Last Savior is celebrated simultaneously with the Transfer of the Image of Jesus Christ Not Made by Hands from Edessa to Constantinople. During the life of Christ, the city of Edessa was ruled by Abgar, who was seriously ill. Rumors about the Savior reached Syria, and Abgar believed in him. He sent an assistant to find Jesus and paint a picture of him. After the sermon, he himself approached the artist and handed him a letter, which contained gratitude for his faith and a promise to send a student for healing. Next, Jesus asked for a towel and water. He washed his face and left an image of his face. After the ruler received healing, the disciple of Christ baptized all the inhabitants of the city, and Abgar decorated that same miraculous image of Christ and placed it on the gates of the city.
At present, the location of the Miraculous Image is unknown, since it was lost at the beginning of the previous millennium. In 944 he was transferred to Constantinople, after which his further fate was shrouded in mystery. This image became the prototype of the icon of the same name, which is highly revered in Orthodoxy. In honor of the transfer of the relic, the holiday was called the Savior on Canvas. This image saved many lives and was used by Russian commanders in battles against the sworn enemies of the holy Russian land.
Traditions and signs of the Nut Spas 2016
Almost throughout the country on August 29, people will celebrate the Feast of the Savior on canvas. On this day there are many signs and traditions invented by people and that came to us from the Bible:
- Prayers are read in front of the icon “Savior Not Made by Hands”: “Living Help”, “Our Father”, “Creed” and many others. Women pray for family, for happiness and for the health of their children.
- People go to the temple for a service dedicated to the feast of the transfer of the relic.
- Traders loved to sell paintings on this day. In Rus', on August 29, people exchanged icons.
- Hazelnuts are collected and prepared, which is why Spas was nicknamed Orekhov. They baked bread and pies, blessed wells and natural springs.
- Winter crops were sown.
- Birds at Orekhovy Spas began migrating south.
- People are saying goodbye to summer.
- If you see cranes flying south early in the morning, it is a sign of great luck and a good future harvest.
Every tradition and every sign lives for many centuries, so there is no point in not trusting them. Churchmen say that this day is very important for every self-respecting Orthodox Christian, since this holiday proves and shows us how much faith saves in the treatment of illnesses and in the healing of the soul. A man who only heard about Christ was freed from suffering and saved his life by strong faith. This tells us that each of us can be saved by sincerely believing in the power of the Savior.
August 29 is not included in the list of 12 main Orthodox holidays, but the significance of this day is still enormous. This is a joyful day, since the Assumption Fast is already ending by this time. You can relax, have fun and relax by reading prayers before bed and in the morning, as well as going to church for worship. Good luck and don't forget to press the buttons and
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Every year in August it is customary to celebrate the Savior - folk and Orthodox holidays. After learning more about the latter...
One of the most beloved holidays of the Slavs is the Three Saviors, which fall during the Dormition Lent. What these days are connected with and how they are celebrated, you will find out by reading our article.
During the Assumption Lent, two holidays and one semi-holiday are celebrated. In honor of the Savior Christ, these days are popularly called Spas, and sometimes this name means the time of Lent itself. In ancient times, many traditions and customs were dedicated to these days, and the holidays themselves were somewhat rethought, but the religious component always played an important role in them.
Honey Spas in 2016
The first of these three holidays, Honey Savior, was also called Makovei or Savior on the Water. In churches on this day, the first collected honey and water were blessed, which gave the name to the holiday. The holiday is celebrated annually on August 14, and the Assumption Fast begins on this day.
The seven Maccabean martyrs are also commemorated in the church. People associate this name with the poppy plant, which ripens on this day. It was used to make baked goods and sweets. To support the traditions of Spas in 2016, you can also prepare a Lenten treat with poppy seeds and honey.
In the Russian Orthodox tradition, this day is called the Origin of the Honest Trees of the Life-Giving Cross. As the Bible tells, Elder Eleazar was executed for professing Christianity, and after him, his disciples did not renounce the faith. Their mother Solomoneya also remained faithful to Christianity. Then Antiochus Epiphanes, who was ruling at that time, decided to torture and kill the brothers one by one in front of their mother. But the woman bravely withstood this horror and even found the strength to support her youngest son in the faith. When he, like his older brothers, endured all the torment and suffered martyrdom, the mother raised her hands to heaven and began to pray fervently over the remains of her children. And so she died, in prayer over them.
Apple Saved - when to bless apples in 2016
For peasants, Apple Savior was very important, since it was the time when they began to say goodbye to summer and harvest the first harvest. Until this day, people usually did not eat the apples that appeared in this year's harvest. And on the holiday itself, everything that the earth had managed to give birth to at that time was consecrated in the church, and apples - first of all. Apples were often taken to children’s graves or left in churches. They also baked apple pies and baked apples as sweets. Since the Assumption Lent was still going on at this time, only Lenten dough was used. It was believed that the nights were now getting colder. This day was also called the Second Spas or Oseniny.
The Orthodox Church celebrates a great holiday on this day: the Transfiguration of the Lord. It always falls on August 19th. The Bible describes the following events: Jesus predicted that three of his disciples would see the Kingdom of God during their lifetime. Literally six days later, He and his three closest disciples, the apostles Peter, John and James, went up the mountain to pray. Truly great events took place there: his face shone and his clothes began to emit light. The prophets Moses and Elijah appeared, and from the cloud that overshadowed everyone on the mountain, the voice of God was heard, calling Jesus his beloved son and commanding them to listen to him.
Khlebny Spas
The last day of Spas falls on August 29 every year. Otherwise it is called Orekhov. In church tradition, this day is a post-celebration of the great feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. The peasants baked the first bread from the grain collected that year and sold canvases. They revered the martyr Diomedes, to whom they prayed for deliverance from all kinds of ailments, and they prayed to the icon of the Theodore Mother of God. They began to sow winter crops and completed summer field work. There are a lot of signs and customs associated with this holiday that are still alive today.
All three of these holidays are very traditional and therefore help to maintain not only the spiritual principle in a person, but also the connection between many generations.
Honor ancient traditions!
It’s summer now, and people are already wondering what date the Honey Spas of 2017 comes in order to properly prepare on time. You will find all the answers below in the article, it’s interesting!
Traditions of Orthodox holidays arose and changed in ancient Rus'. Under the influence of the interweaving of Christianity and paganism, many interesting and bizarre Orthodox holidays arose, and August is especially full of them. This month, Orthodox believers celebrate three holidays of the Savior: Honey (Wet, Poppy), Apple and Nut. Their story began at a time when pagans celebrated the end of summer and held harvest festivals. They tasted the ripened fruits and praised the nature that gave them to them.
The word “Savior” is formed from the abbreviated word “Savior”. In the church this is what they call Christ because he is the savior of the human race. However, the word “saved” also has other deep pagan roots. This is what the ancient Slavs called the god who was asked for help in harvesting and preserving it.
Honey Spas is a holiday that is celebrated as the very first of the three Spas. This holiday got its name from the ancient custom of taking out the honeycomb for the first time on this day. Our ancestors believed that if you don’t collect honey from the hives on this day, the neighbor’s bees will carry it away. The beekeepers took the honey to the church for lighting.
After illumination, this honey was considered healing, and it was used for a variety of medicinal purposes. Pieces of honeycombs with honey were distributed to children. Various dishes were prepared from honey: honey cakes, gingerbread cookies and pancakes.
In another way, this holiday is called the Destruction of the Trees of the Life-Giving Cross of the Lord. According to historical sources, in the city of Constantinople, due to numerous illnesses of people in August, the Tree of the Holy Cross was carried on the city streets. It helped heal and protect the people. This action continued for several days, until August 29.
Spas on the Water
The first, Honey Spas, can also be called Spas on the water or, in another way, Wet Spas. This name arose due to the custom of holding a small blessing of water on this day. In ancient Rus', at that time there was a religious procession to rivers and springs to illuminate the water in them. After illumination, people often bathed in ponds and washed livestock. They believed that in this way they received health and washed away fatigue and all their sins. After Wet Spas it was impossible to swim, so people tried to swim before the end of summer. After the holiday, the water in the rivers became cold and began to bloom. On this day, old wells were buried and new ones were consecrated.
Feast of Macovei
There is a third name for the Honey Savior - Makovey. On this Savior, people blessed the poppy in churches. By the time this day arrived, the poppy was fully ripened. Various dishes were prepared from it: poppy seed rolls, buns, poppy seeds boiled in honey. The celebration of Makovei fell on (when in 2016?), so the food was lean, but no less tasty.
In ancient Rus', on Makovey, people made bouquets of amulets, or “makoveichiki”. The people believed that these bouquets protected them from various troubles and diseases throughout the whole year. After the establishment of Christianity, Orthodox Christians continue to collect these bouquets. Nowadays they are consecrated in the church. For Honey Spas 2016, you can purchase a ready-made bouquet, but it’s better to make it yourself. In Rus' it was believed that all women and girls should collect a healing bouquet. Previously, such a talisman was collected from seventeen herbs. Nowadays, the makoveychik should include:
Viburnum fruits are a symbol of female beauty and love;
calendula flowers - as protection against all sorts of ailments;
sunflower flowers - as a symbol of the sun;
oats - for wealth and a good harvest;
affectionate - for peace and harmony in every home;
oregano - for fertility and procreation;
mint - for peace and goodness;
sweet clover - for complete reconciliation after a quarrel;
tirlich - to attract gentlemen to a girl;
branches of wormwood and, of course, poppy heads.
The collected herbs are tied with a red ribbon and blessed in the temple. Such a bouquet will protect the whole family for a whole year from all misfortunes and troubles.
When is Honey Spas in 2017?
Orthodox Christians always celebrate the Honey Savior in August, on the 14th (the date of the holiday remains unchanged). In 2016 it falls on a Sunday. On this holiday, all temples illuminate water, honey, grass, flowers and poppies. For the holiday, dishes are prepared that contain poppy seeds: poppy seed rolls and buns (see recipes with photos). Honey gingerbreads and honey cakes are baked and drinks with honey are prepared. Prepared meals should be treated to family and friends, as well as poor people.
A poppy consecrated in the church can be placed around the house - it will protect the family from troubles, illnesses and misfortunes. The dried poppy seed is placed on the windowsill. Honey consecrated in the Church of the Savior can be used to treat diseases.
According to popular beliefs, during the first Savior, women were completely forgiven of all their trespasses and sins. All people have sins: some are small, some are large. Life develops in such a way that everyone sins except the saints. If you believe the signs, then in this Savior, a woman can beg forgiveness for any sin and it will be forgiven her. For complete forgiveness, you need to provide any help to people in need on this day. The person who does this will receive God's blessing.
The date of the Honey Savior 2016 is already known, since this holiday according to the church calendar is celebrated annually at the same time. This year, as always, Orthodox Christians will celebrate the Honey Savior on August 14th. The history of this ancient holiday, how to celebrate it correctly, traditions, customs and signs can be learned from this publication.
What date is Honey Spas 2016: history of the holiday, traditions, customs and signs. Honey Spas is the first of three spas. Apple and Nut will follow. These three holidays were celebrated back in pagan Rus' and marked the end of summer and the harvest. The ancient Slavs called Savior a god who was asked for help in harvesting and preserving it. Honey Spas got its name from the fact that since ancient times, honeycombs were taken out for the first time on this day. According to the ancestors, if honey is not collected on this day, the neighboring bees will carry it away. After collection, the honey was taken to the church for blessing. Also on this day it was customary to give each other gifts and organize folk festivals.
What date is Honey Spas 2016: history of the holiday, traditions, customs and signs. It was on August 14 that honey fairs began throughout Rus'. Beekeepers seriously prepared for the holiday: they dressed in all festive clothes and, crossing themselves, approached the hive. The first batch of honey was placed in a new wooden container and taken to the temple for consecration. All acquaintances and strangers were treated to consecrated honey. The worst sin on this day was considered not to give food to the poor and children. After its consecration, honey was considered healing and various diseases were treated with its help. Various dishes were prepared from this honey: honey gingerbread, flat cakes, pancakes.
What date is Honey Spas 2016: history of the holiday, traditions, customs and signs. On this day, people gathered in the central square, dressed in their best clothes. The youth led round dances and sang songs. Good singers and dancers were always treated to fresh honey or honey baked goods. Honey Spas was also called Wet Spas or Makovey. On this day, a small blessing of water was usually held - a procession of the cross went to rivers and springs to bless the water in them. After this, they bathed and washed livestock in reservoirs. It was believed that in this way one could gain health and wash away all sins and fatigue. According to signs, it was impossible to swim after Wet Spas, as the water became cold and bloomed. This day was called Makovei due to the fact that by this time the poppy was fully ripened. In addition to honey, it was also taken to be blessed in churches. Bouquets of amulets called “poppy flowers” were made from poppy flowers. It was believed that such a talisman would protect against illness and misfortune all year round.
What date is Honey Spas 2016: history of the holiday, traditions, customs and signs. The holiday of August 14 has its own signs. For example, it was believed that swimming at Honey Spas gives health and washes away the sins accumulated over the year. Honey eaten on this day even relieves severe chronic diseases. It was considered a very good omen on the Honey Savior to help widows or simply women in need. This gave the good man God's blessing and prosperity for the whole year.
