November is very rich in holiday dates. Let us dwell on them in more detail, in order to consider, by the example of a specific month, how generous the culture of the country in which we live. So, let’s take a closer look at the main holidays: state, Orthodox, professional and folk.
International dates
What holidays in November are international? We will name the main of them, established by the UN or UNESCO:
- On November 1, 1994, Vegan Day has been celebrated (term D. Watson). It is held in honor of people who excluded animal products from their diet.
- On the first Saturday of the month, the world community celebrates Men's Day.
- November 10 is celebrated as Youth Day, which takes its count from 1945. It was then that the WFDM was created.
- November 17 is decided to celebrate Students Day. The date is determined in honor of the young Czech patriots who fought against fascism. The celebration began in 1946.
- November 22 is a sweet family holiday - Sons Day.
- The date of November 28th is associated with the Day of Mercy. Its initiator was an Indian public figure named Prithish Nandi. This is one of the youngest holidays. It was first celebrated in 2012.
On the Day of National Unity
What holidays have truly become traditional in our country? In November, an additional day off was included in the production calendar in Russia. It is associated with the Day of National Unity. Celebrate it since 2005 at the initiative of the Interreligious Council.
On this day, people's militias in 1612 liberated the capital of Russia from Polish-Lithuanian intervention. They were commanded by D. Pozharsky and K. Minin. As part of the militia, it was possible to meet people of different faiths, backgrounds and social status. So, Pozharsky was a prince, and Minin was a posad man.
Among the important holidays of November, the day of the anniversary of the revolution, which was celebrated on the 7th, was always the most significant. Since 1996, the meaning of the celebration has lost its meaning. People began to perceive the date differently, calling Day of reconciliation and consent. With the introduction of the holiday on November 4, the need for a large-scale celebration on the anniversary of the WOSM disappeared.
During the celebration of National Unity Day, it has become traditional to hold "Russian marches", gathering tens of thousands of participants. The organizer of such actions is the Nashi movement.
Professional holidays
The month is rich in holidays, which are called professional. People of different specialties wait for them throughout the year. So what holidays are coming? The following days will be celebrated in Russia in November:
- bailiffs (1);
- military intelligence (5);
- accountant (21);
- Sberbank employees (12);
- sociologist (14);
- designer (16);
- psychologist (22);
- appraiser (27);
- Marine Corps (27).
The number is shown in parentheses. But traditionally one of the most respected and long-awaited is the Police Day. After renaming it is correct to call it Day of the ATS officer. It has been leading its history since 1980 and is truly popular, for more than 1 million citizens serve in the ranks of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Orthodox holidays
In November, there are many church dates, the main of which is the beginning of the Christmas Lent. It falls on November 28 - 40 days before January 7.
Three holidays are dedicated to the icons of saints:
- On November 4, believers celebrate the Mother of God, who is revered for the salvation of Moscow during the Time of Troubles. When the capital of Russia was captured by the Poles, the Orthodox prayed for three days to the Kazan icon, observing strict fasting. After the victory of the militias, the holiday was held annually.
- On November 6, another icon of the Mother of God is revered. It is called the Joy of All Who Mourn. This icon in 1688 healed from the wound Euthymius, which was the sister of the patriarch. Fortune telling and girlish gatherings are usually arranged on this day.
- Holidays in November include the 22nd when they celebrate Theoktist Paros.
Orthodox people also include the days of gaining and transferring the holy relics as important dates:
- November 1, we are talking about the remains of John of Rylsky. The reverend had the gift of healing.
- November 3 - Bishop Meglinsky.
- On November 5, the remains of the Novgorod miracle worker Joakov Borovichsky were transferred.
- On November 9, the relics of Andrei Smolensky (prince) were acquired.
- November 12 - Agafangel Preobrazhensky.
- November 21 is Mikhailov’s day. The date of the celebration was determined in the 4th century and is dedicated to the main among the angels and archangels that were created by the Lord God.
Mothers Day
What holidays in November evoke the warmest feelings? Of course, Mother's Day. It is international, but each country has its own date. The country owes official status and determining the number to B. Yeltsin, who signed the corresponding decree in 1998. Since that time, Russian residents congratulate their mothers on the last Sunday of the month.
This year, the traditional holiday has a 20th anniversary. With the light hand of Marina Kim (TV presenter), a flash mob "Thank you, Mom" has been launched, which has already covered more than 20 million people. On this day, it is customary to hand out awards to mothers of many children, congratulate expectant mothers, and arrange festive concerts. By the way, in Russia there are more than 1.5 million large families, including 929, where more than 11 children are brought up.
Holidays in November cover a huge number of the country's population. Everyone is looking forward to this fall month. What can be said in conclusion?
Folk holidays
In November there is a day that is dedicated to memory. The 8th commemorates all those who died in the performance of duty. In Russia, more than 5 million people serve in law enforcement agencies and daily put their lives at risk for the peace and tranquility of fellow citizens. Since 2011, a day has appeared in the police department when they officially pay tribute to the dead colleagues and their families. Under the auspices of the Ministry, more than 12 thousand families, where 5.5 thousand children are brought up without a parent. November 8 can be safely attributed to the days of popular recognition.
And there are holidays in November, dating back to ancient traditions:
- seeing off autumn, or Midsummer Day (1);
- Artemyev Day (2) - time of prayers from death in vain;
- Jacob's Day (5);
- friendship conspiracies (6);
- commemoration of deceased loved ones and friends (7);
- Dmitriev day (8);
- holiday of fishermen (13);
- Fedot's day (20), on which it is not customary to argue;
- Matrena winter (22);
- Feast of John the Merciful (25), when it is customary to serve the poor, etc.
Ancient customs began to be forgotten, as well as the fact that a month in Russia was called a chest. In November, the first snow drifts and piles of frozen ground appeared. At this time, as if the gates were opening for the coming winter. Preservation of folk traditions is an important part of the country's cultural life.