On July 28, Christians of the Eastern Rite celebrate the Memorial Day of Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir. On the same day, a holiday dedicated to the Baptism of Kievan Rus - Ukraine is celebrated, and this year the Day of Ukrainian Statehood is celebrated for the first time.. It is believed that it was Prince Vladimir who baptized Kievan Rus..

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What not to do on a holiday.

On this day you can not reap bread, it was considered a sin. It is also believed that you can not walk in the field, because you can meet a ghost.

You can not swear, quarrel, swear and wish others harm.

During the holiday, it is not recommended to engage in physical work and housework..

The holiday is considered big and important, but despite this, you should refrain from overeating and drinking alcohol..

Signs of the Day of Vladimir the Great.

Linden turned yellow - autumn will be early;

rain in the morning - to a sunny day;

rainbows are not visible after the rain - there are many clear days ahead;

fog in the evening - to the rain;

if there is loud thunder, it will rain;

wind from the east - it will rain;

if it is foggy in the evening, it will rain tomorrow;

grasshoppers chirp loudly - to the heat.