Catherine's Day 2021 / depositphotos.com/ The Orthodox Church honors saints with the name Catherine 5 times a year: February 5 and 17, March 20, December 7 and 17. The most famous day of Catherine is December 7th. Christians revere the Great Martyr Catherine of Alexandria.
For those who celebrate their name day in the last month of the year, read our material: Angel Day in December according to the church calendar: birthday people of the month.
Catherine was born into a noble family of Alexandrian nobles and received a decent education from childhood. The girl’s mother, a secret Christian, when she reached the age suitable for marriage, took Catherine to her spiritual superior, and he revealed to her the teachings of the Lord and presented her with an icon of the Mother of God. After Christ appeared to Catherine in one of her visions and presented her with a ring as a symbol of betrothal, she took a vow of celibacy.
Catherine denounced the pagans before Emperor Maximilian, and he, admiring the girl’s intelligence and beauty, called 50 wise men to convince her that her judgment was wrong. After several days, they believed in the teachings of Christ and were executed. Catherine also converted the emperor's wife Augusta, the military leader Porphyry and 200 soldiers to Christianity. The saint herself also suffered martyrdom at the hands of the pagans, and her relics were transferred to the Sinai monastery.
Saints named Catherine:
Holy Great Martyr Catherine
Date of memory of St. Catherine: December 7.
The saint, known as the Great Martyr Catherine, was born in 287 into the family of the ruler of the Egyptian city of Alexandria and was named Dorothea at birth. The city, located in the Nile Delta, was one of the centers of the world at that time: outstanding scientists, philosophers, and doctors came here. Thanks to her nobility, wealth and intelligence, the girl had the opportunity not only to listen to their performances in Museion Museion - the temple of the muses, the religious and cultural center of Alexandria, founded at the beginning of the 3rd century BC under King Ptolemy Soter. It was in Museion that the famous Library of Alexandria was kept. - Ed., but also to have conversations with them.
Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Garofalo, 1515–1530
The girl's mother was a secret Christian. She introduced her daughter to her spiritual father, who lived in a cave near Alexandria, and he told her that he knew a Husband who surpassed the girl in all talents: “His beauty is brighter than sunlight; His wisdom governs all creatures; the wealth of His treasures is spread throughout the whole world and never diminishes; and the height of His race is indescribable and incomprehensible. There is no one like Him in the whole world.”
A little time passed, and Dorothea saw in a dream a young Woman with a Baby in her arms. The girl tried to look at Him, but the Boy kept turning away... Puzzled, Dorothea again went to the old man. After listening to her, he baptized the girl with the name Catherine and instructed her in the basics of the Christian faith. Soon, Catherine again had a dream: a beautiful Young Man (she already knew that it was the Savior Himself) handed her a wedding ring.
After this, the saint took a vow of celibacy and began to preach Christ.
Monastery of St. Catherine on Mount Sinai
One day, the ruler of the Western part came to Alexandria. In those years, Egypt was part of the Roman Empire. - Ed. Maximian of the Roman Empire and organized a pagan festival in the city. Catherine came to the holiday to publicly denounce the emperor: “Know the true God, beginningless and infinite. For them kings reign and the world stands.” Maximian did not dare to immediately execute his eminent opponent, but tried to argue with her. He called on fifty of the most talented pagan speakers who were supposed to make devastating arguments against Christianity. The dispute lasted for several days, and in the end the speakers admitted defeat. Then Maximian ordered the girl to be imprisoned. When Maximian summoned Saint Catherine again, he was convinced that neither imprisonment nor the fear of death had changed her thoughts. In a fit of rage, he ordered her to be wheeled, but an unknown force destroyed the instrument of torture. Both the emperor's wife and some of the Roman soldiers stood up for the martyr, but to no avail. The torture was followed by attempts to persuade the saint to renounce Christ. This continued until Catherine, who called herself the bride of Christ, herself laid her head on the chopping block.
According to legend, the body of the great martyr disappeared from the place of execution: it was allegedly picked up by angels and transferred to Mount Sinai, where three centuries later the monastery of St. Catherine. The saint’s relics remain there to this day.
Martyr Catherine of Petrograd (Arskaya) (1875–1937)
Daughter of a rich merchant. After the revolution, her husband and five children died of cholera and dysentery, and she herself barely escaped starvation. She became an active member of the Alexander Nevsky Brotherhood, which was engaged in spiritual education. In 1932 she was arrested, went through all interrogations and torture, without betraying anyone from the brotherhood. She spent several years in exile. Shot by the NKVD troika. Memorial Day is December 17th.
Venerable Martyr Catherine (Cherkasova) (1892–1938)
From a peasant family. She was a novice in a monastery near Moscow. When the monastery was closed, she settled with her sisters in a nearby village. In 1937, she was arrested on false charges. She was interrogated for many days, but the saint never admitted guilt. Shot at the Butovo training ground. Memorial Day is February 5th.
Fate and character of the name
When choosing a name for a child, it is important to study its characteristics in advance.
Health
The child is predisposed to colds. In early adolescence, Katya quickly picks up various infections. Weakened immunity and lack of vitamins are common causes of poor health. Impaired metabolism and poor diet can lead to excess weight.
Katerina’s weak points include the nervous system. As you get older, you tend to become depressed. In the absence of proper treatment, neuroses are possible.
Important information
The girl is prone to colds
Talents and fate
At school, Katya studies well, but is only friends with popular classmates. The girl has a phenomenal memory. From an early age he begins to compose poetry or write in prose. She is not attached to companies and can keep herself busy for a long time. If Katerina is friends with someone, then it will last for a long time. For the sake of friends, she is ready for selfless acts. But she rarely asks anyone for help. He does not forgive offenders and tries to respond in kind. Since he does not know how to accumulate aggression in himself, he often breaks down and screams.
Ekaterina is kind to animals. Can accept a mongrel puppy or kitten as a gift. Having met a stray dog on the street, I am ready to take the animal into the house and take care of it. Lives a bright and fulfilling life. Despite her capriciousness and self-confidence, fate is favorable to Katerina.
Career and profession
Those with the name Ekaterina excel in any field of activity. But they are especially good in professions that require communication or even manipulation of other people.
List of the best professions for Katerina
- PR manager;
- marketer;
- advertising agent;
- real estate agent;
- journalist;
- teacher;
- medical worker.
It is worth noting that Catherine completes any task she starts. The result is always positive.
Medical worker
Teacher
Real estate agent
Love and family
Decisive and courageous in her work, Katerina shows some timidity in communicating with representatives of the opposite sex. The girl is always surrounded by male attention. However, not every person is ready to break through the wall of inaccessibility. Only a sensual, gentle and caring man can melt the heart of his beloved.
Katya has a positive attitude towards showing signs of attention, but is in no hurry to get married. She gets married late. Often insists on a civil marriage or non-binding relationship. She chooses a man who is wealthy and confident on his feet as a husband. In marriage he remains faithful. Ready for any life difficulties and troubles. Doesn't particularly like to do housework and housework. Children are taught to be independent.
On Angel's Day, you can read prayers to the saints. It is believed that requests coming from the heart, in which there are no evil thoughts, will be heard and fulfilled by the Higher Powers.
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Famous people with the name Ekaterina:
Ekaterina Bakunina (1810–1894)
Daughter of the St. Petersburg governor. In 1853, during the Crimean War, she went to the front as a nurse. She cared for the wounded in Sevastopol. She was an employee of the famous surgeon N.I. Pirogov. During the Russian-Turkish War (1877–1878), she supervised hospital nurses in the Caucasus. Her motto was: “In the name of God, everything is for people.”
Ekaterina Vasilyeva (born 1945)
Theater and film actress, People's Artist of Russia. She played in the theaters named after M. N. Ermolova, “Sovremennik”, Moscow Art Theater named after A. P. Chekhov, starred in the films “An Ordinary Miracle”, “Crew”, “Sorcerers” and many others. In the mid-1990s, she spent several years as a novice at the Tolga Monastery.
What date is Catherine the Angel's Day according to the church calendar?
According to the church calendar, the day of the angel of Catherine is celebrated 5 times a year: February 5, February 17, March 20, December 7, December 17.
February 5 is a holiday in honor of the memory of Ekaterina Cherkasova, and has special significance for the Orthodox Church. The church ranked her among the saints 63 years after her death. The location of the grave of the Venerable Martyr Catherine is unknown.
February 17 is a holiday in honor of the memory of Ekaterina Dekalina
February 17 is a holiday in honor of the memory of Ekaterina Dekalina: she was a nun of the Spassky Convent in Simbirsk in 1890-1918. In 2004, Ekaterina Decalina was canonized as a saint by the Orthodox Church.
March 20 is a holiday in honor of the memory of Ekaterina Konstantinova. Ekaterina Konstantinova is also a saint. She was a novice of the Moscow Sorrow Monastery. At the age of 51, she was arrested for preaching and church activities.
December 7 is a holiday in honor of the memory of Catherine (Alexandria): the Great Martyr Catherine (Alexandria) is known for having her head cut off because she fought against the worship of pagan gods. The saint's body is located on Mount Sinai.
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St. Catherine's wedding ring in art
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The meaning of the name Ekaterina
Choosing a name for a child is a complex and responsible process. Many parents who believe in a Higher Power name their children after saints. Often the most revered saint in the family is chosen. Or, as an option, the child is named after the saint whose memorial day according to the church calendar is as close as possible to the child’s date of birth.
Catherine is a name of ancient Greek origin that means “bright” and “immaculate.” In Western Europe and Russia, the following variations of this name are common: Katerina, Katya, Katrina, Catalina, Katherine and Katerin.
Origin and meaning of the name
It is believed that Saint Catherine protects women from dashing people and enemies, helps them find happiness, love and family well-being. They pray to her for the granting of health to children, as well as for a speedy and safe delivery.
Prayer to the Great Martyr Catherine for good suitors
Oh, holy Great Martyr Catherine, the chosen vessel of purity, the pillar of Orthodoxy, our reliable intercessor, who showed us the guilt of begging you, a legal ascetic, a saint resting holy on a holy mountain! We pray to you: having come down from above, listen to the voice of our prayer, look at the misfortune of your servants, enlighten the darkness of our mind, make us wise in heaven, not earthly. Hasten with your prayers to overcome carnal lusts, addictions to the world and the machinations of evil spirits who are viciously fighting against us: so that through your intercession in the days of this life we will be free from their hostile attacks and after the end from their aerial tortures. Oh, wise maiden! Grant us everything that is useful for asking: you can ask much from your beloved Bridegroom, Christ our God. We know that the prayer of the righteous can do much, promoted by the compassion of the merciful God, to whom be glory, honor and thanksgiving always, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Signs for December 7
- Clear weather indicated that the winter would be mildly cold.
- The thaw on December 7 indicated severe frosts that would come in the middle of this month.
- Snow lying on the ground promised a good harvest, and if on the 7th the ground is bare, then you can’t expect good shoots.
- December 7th is warm, which means frost will come only after December 17th.
- Snowfall is expected if there are small stars in the sky on Katerina Sannitsa.
- If a pregnant woman dreams of a cat on December 7, it is a sign that a son will be born. If there is a dog, there will be a daughter.
- Katerina's sleigh broke while riding - a sign of changes in life. So take care of your four-wheeled sleds. It’s still unknown what changes there will be.
- If a girl and a guy collide while skating on December 7, they should be a couple. So I wouldn’t be careful while driving, having first secured a CASCO policy.
In addition, on this day, traditions required the observance of some important rules:
- You can’t stay up late with friends or spend the night away from home;
- Dancing is prohibited during the day due to the Nativity Fast;
- 3 candles were lit in front of the image of St. Catherine; if you put fewer, the family could be interrupted;
- the stove should not have been lit so that all that was left of life would be smoke;
- any physical activity, sewing or washing were prohibited;
- alcohol consumption is contraindicated;
- In order not to remain a widow, a married woman threw her scarf over the poplar branches, thereby protecting her husband and peace in the house.
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