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Michaelmas: Ukrainians recalled the main traditions of the holiday

An important holiday for believers. September 19, Orthodox celebrate Michaelmas (mykhailove Chudo). In the folk calendar is the feast of the Archangel Michael, one of the most revered biblical characters. Other names of the holiday – the Miracle of the Archangel Michael; Chudy; Michael wonder; Michael’s frost; Michael’s matinees; First …

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The beheading of St. John: traditions and taboos

What not to do on 11 September. The beheading of St. John is a holiday that is celebrated by all believers of September 11. Not surprisingly, one of the most important religious holidays of the year not only has quite a few different traditions, and taboos. That’s why we decided …

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Strange traditions of the Maori tribe. Photo

Women of the Maori tribe in adolescence traditionally tattoo their chin. This pattern called “Moko, Kauai”, is considered a clear expression of their personality. Maori believe that each woman wears her “Moko” inside the heart, and when it “Matures”, the tattooist remains only to paint it. These portraits of māori …

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