On every day of the calendar year, a holiday is celebrated, and more than one. There are both serious professional and religious dates, as well as playful unusual celebrations. The KP tells what holiday will take place on July 8, 2022.
Holidays 8 July
- Day of Peter and Fevronia
- Day of Anti-Aircraft Missile Troops of the Armed Forces of Our Country
- Day of Family, Love and Fidelity
- Fevronia Mermaid
- World Allergy Day
- Day of discovered stash
Church holidays
There are many memorable dates in the Orthodox calendar. Before attending a divine service, we recommend that you read about the holiday of interest and understand its meaning and history.
Day of Peter and Fevronia
Saints are considered the patrons of the family. Their marriage is an example of Christian marriage. Prince Peter of Murom fell ill with leprosy, no one could cure him. In a dream, a vision came to him, which said that the daughter of a honey producer, Fevronia, could help him. The girl knew the properties of herbs, was pious and kind. The prince promised to marry if Fevronia healed him. However, he did not keep his word, and the disease returned. The girl cured him again, after which the young people got married. Peter and Fevronia lived a righteous life and died in one. Their bodies were laid to rest in different monasteries, but the next day they miraculously ended up together. Now the relics of the spouses are in the Holy Trinity Monastery in the city of Murom.
Professional holidays
Day of Anti-Aircraft Missile Troops of the Armed Forces of Our Country
Since 1960, a new type of troops has appeared in the Armed Forces, literally providing a “peaceful sky” overhead. Now the anti-aircraft missile systems of the Federation are known all over the world and enjoy unquestioned authority. They are able to secure the country from any air invasion, regardless of weather conditions and time of day.
Unusual holidays
People love unusual holidays, because this is another reason to get together with loved ones and have fun. Here are some dates celebrated on July 8th.
Day of Family, Love and Fidelity
The holiday was first celebrated in 2008. The idea of the celebration came from the inhabitants of Murom, where the relics of Saints Peter and Fevronia are buried, whose memory is also venerated on July 8th. Every year the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity becomes more popular in our country. This holiday is a wonderful occasion to gather with loved ones and take care of them.
Fevronia Mermaid
The day of Peter and Fevronia in Our Country was also called Fevronia the Mermaid. The Slavs have always been wary of mermaids. It was believed that these creatures lure travelers with their voices, and then drag them to the bottom or tickle them to death. According to popular beliefs, July 8th is the last day of the mermaids’ fun. At the end of this date, they went into the depths of the reservoir and could not harm people.
World Allergy Day
The purpose of the holiday is to inform people about the symptoms of allergies and how to prevent them. Now this disease is one of the most common in the world. According to the WHO, about 40% of the population suffers from it, and this figure is growing rapidly. Various factors contribute to the development of allergic reactions: from environmental pollution to genetics. The XNUMXst century is predicted to be the century of allergies. Therefore, the initiative to hold the holiday should contribute to the dissemination of knowledge about the measures for the prevention and treatment of the disease.
Discovered Stash Day (World Exposure Day)
The start date of the celebration is unknown, and the holiday itself is unofficial. Nevertheless, it is celebrated by residents of many countries. On this day, it is customary to look for stash and collect secret facts about people. The main purpose of the holiday is entertainment. It is forbidden to publicize facts that may adversely affect a person’s life.
Name days
The day of veneration of the saint, in whose honor a person is named, is called name day. On July 8, Angel Day is celebrated:
Popular questions and answers
What holidays are celebrated on July 8 in other countries?
• The people of Norway hold an annual Riddu Riddu festival. It is dedicated to strengthening the sense of pride in the native culture.
What significant events took place in history on July 8?
• In 1944, the honorary title and Order of the Mother Heroine were established, which were awarded to women who gave birth and raised more than 10 children.
• In 1819 St. Isaac’s Cathedral, designed by the architect Auguste Montferrand, was founded in St. Petersburg.
• Since 1997, Our Country has adopted a new provision on the passport, according to which all citizens who have reached the age of 14 are required to have a document.
What interesting thing happened in world history on July 8?
• In 52 BC, the Roman general Gaius Julius Caesar took control of the territory of Lutetia. Paris was later founded on the site of a small Galician city.