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The Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord has been known since ancient times. Let's tell you what date Apple Spas (the second name of the holiday) will be celebrated in Russia in 2020.

When Apple Savior is celebrated

Almost all holidays that are usually celebrated by Orthodox Christians are closely related to the Bright holiday of Easter. But the Second Savior is celebrated no matter what date was Bright Sunday. The holiday has its own date. In 2020, however, as in previous years, it will be on August 19.

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The Transfiguration of the Lord is the name of the holiday, which is customary to hear from the lips of church officials. Believers greet autumn and see off summer. The Savior also has a common name. Many call it the Middle Savior, the First Autumn, the Feast of the First Fruits, Peas Day.

Apple Savior is celebrated the second in a row, it follows Honey and before Orekhovy Savior, and the date of the date in Russia in 2020 is no coincidence.

History of origin

The time of the celebration is directly related to the need for harvesting. In ancient times, it was believed that on this day there is a meeting of summer with autumn, when the golden time comes into its own. From this moment, the rains should begin, and before them the inhabitants of the countryside must harvest the entire crop.

In the 4th century there was the first celebration of a church holiday. According to the canons, on this day Jesus appeared before the apostles. He told the believers that he was soon to die, and he would do it only in order to save humanity from torment.

The moment Jesus Christ began to say a prayer, a light appeared on his face, and his robe suddenly became white. After that, Jesus Christ announced the need to pick apples so that God would sanctify them.

After all the events that took place, Moses and Elijah (the prophets) came down to earth and reported that the words of Jesus were true. They also told that the son of God would have to go through torment and die. In addition, they talked about the resurrection of Christ and about his departure to his father in heaven.

Now on August 19 they go to church, bear fruit, light it up and distribute it to everyone in need. Since ancient times, there has been a tradition - apples must be on the table in every home, even the poorest ones.

Traditions of the Apple Savior

You should definitely visit the church and take a basket of apples with you. There they will be consecrated by a priest, and after that the believers must help those in need. Besides:

• parishioners on the holiday shared not only apples, but also money. There was a special basket in the church where alms could be put. Donated fruit, money. Everyone helped as much as they could;
• be sure to visit the graves of deceased relatives, bring fruit;
• after the holiday, they start winter preparations, cooking compotes and jam;
• before the Apple Savior, it is imperative to collect grain crops, grapes and peas;
• on this day in Russia they saw off the summer and met the autumn. People went out into the field and met the sunset;
• services are held in churches, and parishioners must be in white robes;
• be sure to set the table on this day. Among the treats: pies, pancakes, muffins and everything must be filled with apple. There should be compote, fruit drink on the table;
• it is customary to pray and thank God for a good harvest;
• be sure to visit and do not refuse treats.

Prohibitions

Like other holidays, the Savior has its own prohibitions, which are not customary to break. It is forbidden to engage in heavy physical labor, sew, wash your hair, clean. If there is compulsory work, then it can only be associated with gardening or cooking.

Insects must not be killed on this day. It is believed that this way a person will scare away good luck from his home.

On this day, it is forbidden to pick unripe fruits. This is a bad omen.

On this day, a festive table should be laid. But among the dishes should not be those that are prepared using meat. If you want to cook something more satisfying, you can opt for fish.

Signs

Knowing what date the Apple Savior will be celebrated in Russia in 2020, everyone who wants to observe the rules of the celebration should also know about the signs that have come to us since ancient times:

1. The weather is clear - the coming autumn will be dry. If, on the contrary, it is raining, then the coming autumn will be rainy.
2. It is definitely worth treating those in need with an apple, then next year will be in abundance.
3. Be sure to pay attention to the behavior of insects. If an insect sits on a person at least 2 times during the day, then the whole next year will be successful.
4. If the weather is too clear on this day, the winter will be severe.
5. If you start eating an apple, then you need to finish it to the end. And, chewing the last bite, you need to make a wish. It is believed that it will definitely come true.

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Rites for Apple Spas

Probably, there is not a single person who would not think about the prosperity of his family. On this day, you can fix everything, just cut the apple in half and perform the following ceremony.

Put a candle in one half, light it and go around all the corners of the house. The wax from a dripping candle must be collected in the other half, and then bury it in the ground.

On this day, it is customary to guess. They also used apples to find out their future. But guessing can only be those who feel that imminent changes are coming in his life.

It is required to cut the apple into 9 equal parts. Sit in front of the mirror and eat 8 pieces, and throw the 9th over the left shoulder. It is imperative to look at the thrown piece through the mirror. The moment he flies, the betrothed should appear in the mirror.

Summarize

1. In Russia, church events dedicated to the Savior are held on the same date every year - August 19.
2. The Transfiguration of the Lord is considered one of the main Christian holidays.
3. It is customary to give alms to all those in need.