What is the holiday today, August 22 – everything about this day, what are the church holidays, what not to do

Today, August 22, is International Folklore Day. Believers honor the memory of the holy martyrs Agatonic, Severian and others. There are 131 days left until the New Year.

August 22, 2024 – Thursday. 911th day of the war in Ukraine.

What kind of church holiday is it today?

August 22 in the church calendar – commemoration day of the holy martyrs Agathonicus, Severian and others. They were early Christian saints who died for their faith during the reign of Emperor Maximian (284-305). Agatonic came from a noble family and lived in Nicomedia. He was knowledgeable in the Holy Scriptures and converted many pagans to Christianity. Along with him, Zotikos, Theoprepius, Akindinus, Severian and Zeno also suffered martyrdom. They were tortured and crucified for refusing to sacrifice to idols.

What not to do on August 22

• You cannot accept or give gifts.
• You should not swear or curse.
• It is forbidden to gossip and be lazy.

Folk signs and traditions for August 22

Among our ancestors there were many signs of interest for today:

• look at what day it is: the net flies low – the winter will be warm, and if it is high – cold;
• warm weather – the same thing happens in autumn;
• there are a lot of mushrooms in the forest – expect unsuccessful fishing;
• The fog quickly disappeared in the sun’s rays – the warm weather will last for many more days.

It is especially important to protect the harvest on this day. Our ancestors believed that evil spirits could destroy it. To do this, they went out to the field at night, wearing the leg inside, and turning their heads with a towel.

Name day: what to call a child born on August 22

What is the name of today? Alexander, Alexei, Athanasius, Vasily, Gavrilo, Ivan, Makar, Michael, Fedor, Ariadne.

It is a talisman of a person born on August 22 amber. This is the resin of conifers, hardened over time. Amber has long been believed to have a special ability to accumulate an electrical charge. It can also cure any illness.

He was born on this day:

• 1920 – American science fiction writer Ray Bradbury;
• 1966 – Ukrainian film and theater actress Olga Sumskaya;
• 2001 – American professional basketball player LaMelo Ball.

Memorable dates August 22

Calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for August 22:

• 1485 – The Battle of Bosworth takes place in the War of the Red and White Roses;
• 1531 – the Moldavian ruler Peter Raresh is defeated by the army of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth near Gvozdets near Obertyn;
• 1770 – Captain James Cook, during his first voyage around the world, lands on the east coast of Australia, which he calls New South Wales and declares that he has the British crown;
• 1795 – adoption of the Third Year Constitution of the French Republic, abolishing universal suffrage;
• 1864 – the first Geneva Convention is signed and the Red Cross Society is established;
• 1868 – Christian Heinrich Friedrich Peters discovered asteroid 102 Miriam;
• 1910 – the Treaty of Accession of Korea to Japan is signed;
• 1918 – letters of peace are exchanged between the Ottoman Empire and the State of Ukraine;
• 1919 – The Directory and the UPR government decide to negotiate with Denikin’s army to establish a demarcation line between the two armies;
• 1992 – President of the UPR in exile Nikolai Plaviuk presents to the President of Ukraine Leonid Kravchuk a letter from the State Center of the UPR, according to which independent Ukraine is the legal successor of the People’s Republic of Ukraine.

Weather on August 22

Today, August 22, it is cloudy in Kyiv, without rain. The weather in Lviv is cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms at night, which is replaced by light rain in the morning and lasts until the middle of the day. In Kharkov it is clear, without rain. It will be cloudy in Odessa, although some clearing is possible during the day; no precipitation is expected.

The air temperature in Kyiv is +30 during the day and +22 at night. In Lviv – +23 during the day and +17 at night. In Kharkov – +34 during the day and +23 at night. In Odessa – +33 during the day and +25 at night.

What day is it today in Ukraine and in the world?

On August 22, Ukraine and the world celebrate the International Day of Folklore / Photo: Unsplash

August 22 is celebrated in Ukraine and in the world International Day of Folklore. This holiday celebrates the wealth of traditions, stories, dances and art that make up the folklore of different cultures. This day reminds us of the importance of preserving and celebrating the unique cultural heritage that binds communities together. The word “lore” was first used by the British archaeologist William John Toms on August 22, 1846, in an article published in the London magazine “Atheneum”.

Also on August 22 Memorial Day for Internal Affairs Officers Who Died in the Line of Duty. This is a day to honor those who have given their lives protecting citizens, fighting crime and keeping the country safe. Since Ukraine gained independence, 1,671 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty. Many were lost especially during the fighting in eastern Ukraine.

And also on August 22 International Day of Remembrance for Victims of Violence Based on Faith or Religion. This day was established in 2019 by UN General Assembly Resolution A/73/L.85. The purpose of this day is to remember the victims of violence committed through religions or other religions, and to raise awareness of the importance of protecting human rights.

August 22 World Plant Milk Day. This celebration was started in 2017 to raise awareness of the benefits of plant-based milk and its impact on human health and the environment. Plant milk is made from different crops such as soy, almonds, oats, rice and others2. It is lactose free, making it ideal for people with lactose intolerance. In addition, plant-based milks are often fortified with vitamins and minerals, making them healthy.