Today is Spasovden!
Тhe Bulgarian Orthodox Church honors today the Ascension of the Lord, also called Spasovden.
The Orthodox church in Bulgaria marks Thursday Ascension Day, or the so called Spasovden, which relates to the ascension of Jesus into heaven following his crucifixion and resurrection.
It is believed that during the forty-day period after his resurrection, he preached and intermingled with his apostles and disciples.
The holiday marks the end of the Easter period and is dedicated to St Spas the Healer.
According to the tradition, it was first celebrated in 68 A.D. however there is no written evidence of the Ascension Day feast until about 385.
In the popular calendar Spasovden – the seventh Thursdays after Easter is related to the revering of the departed – this is the day when the souls of all those who have died since Maundy Thursday go to heaven.
Also according to folklore, this is the day when wood-nymphs arrive. They pick flowers and herbs overnight that are said to have powers to cure the sick. For this reason, on the eve of Spasovden, all ill and handicap people should spend the night in meadows.
It is further believed that the harvest will be good if it rains on this day.
Spasovden is the professional day of bread makers.
Spasovden is also the name day of Spas and Spasimir for the men and Spasena, Spasimira, Spasiyana and Spaska for the women.
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