Our ancestors spent a lot of time in the garden at this time.
Today, June 17, the Orthodox believers of the Volgograd region honor the memory of St. Methodius, the abbot of Peshnoshsky, the successor of Sergius of Radonezh. He is known as the founder of the Russian monastery, which was called the Second Lavra. Today is also the day of St. Mitrofan, the first patriarch of Constantinople according to church tradition.
The monk Methodios founded the Peshnoshsky monastery near Moscow (now it is located in the Dmitrovsky district of the Moscow region). Methodios himself participated in the construction. he carried trees across the river, which has since been called Peshnosha. For hundreds of years Nikolo-Peshnoshsky Monastery was famous for its hermits. Nowadays, many pilgrims come to Saint Methodios Monastery every day. they come here to venerate the holy relics of the abbot.
According to the folk calendar, today is the day of Mitrofan Dung.
At this time, our ancestors spent a lot of time in the garden, trying to fertilize the soil as best as possible so that it would produce a bountiful harvest. The people believed that on this day the country could feel special care on this day, and then give good thanks.
The girls dressed up and walked, sang songs, believed that Mitrofan could meet their betrothed.
There were strict restrictions for this day. So you can’t look into the water or even into the mirror so you don’t lose your loved one. It was forbidden to pat people on the shoulder, it could cause illness. You can not sleep and idle for a long time on Mitrofan, so as not to miss the luck.
On this day, it is useful to clean the house and prepare a delicious dinner for the whole family and loved ones.