October. Folk holidays and signs. Folk calendar for October: signs for every day Signs and traditions of October for every day

21.04.2020

Description - The tenth month of the calendar or the second month of autumn is October. Its name comes from the ancient Roman language, where it was considered the eighth month, and the number eight is translated as octo. As for the old Russian names, October was called a winter season, a wedding party, and even a muddy one, since at this time there is a lot of precipitation, that is, it is dirty and damp outside. It has already happened that Russian folklore is full of beliefs and signs, including signs of October, which will be discussed further.

October weather signs

We will find out what certain weather phenomena occurring in the tenth month can tell about.

If October is warm, then it is worth waiting for a cold blizzard winter.
If thunder and lightning rumbles during rain in October, this indicates that the winter will not be harsh and long.
If the trees are blooming and the lilac bush has bloomed, expect a long autumn
If even in the middle of autumn the foliage on the trees is green and in no hurry to fall off, this indicates that the winter will be short.
If not all the leaves have fallen on the maple by the end of October, this is a sign that the winter will be very severe.
If the first snow fell in the first half of the month, expect a real long winter in 40 days
In the case when all the leaves flew around in the first half of the month, expect an early cold
There is a sign that the weather in October is fully consistent with what April will be like.
If there is snow on the fields in the middle of autumn, it means that it will snow for a long time in the spring
When the willow frosts over in the tenth month, the winter will last a long time.
When October birds fly low to the ground, it's a sign that winter's cold won't be long in coming.
Pay attention to how the leaves fall to the ground when they lie upside down - you need to wait for a good winter harvest
In the case when migratory birds are in no hurry to fly to warmer climes, this indicates that winter will also not come soon, it will be mild and short.
In the case when there are a lot of cones on coniferous trees, expect a good harvest of spring
If there are a lot of weeds in the fields and it is high, winter will cover a lot of snow.
When moles try to stock up on a lot of straw, it means that it is worth waiting for a cold winter.
If there are few or no clouds in the sky, expect clear and cold weather in winter

In addition to the listed signs for October, there is a special folk calendar, which provides a description of each specific day with its unique meaning.

First decade of October

1.10. This date in Russian folklore was called Irina Shipovnitsa. The girls tried to devote this day to the collection of wild rose, which was subsequently dried. There is a belief that only the wild rose that was collected on this particular day can be truly beneficial to human health. In addition, on October 1, the departure of cranes to warm countries usually begins, therefore the first day of the tenth month is also called Irina - the years of the cranes.

2.10. This day is called Zosima and Trofima, and is also the day of beekeepers, it is on October 2 that the period of preparing the hives for the winter period begins. In addition, it is recommended to eat a spoonful of honey on the second of October in the morning, washed down with warm tea. If you believe the sign, it will give happiness and health for the whole year.

Also, this day is called the day of choosing the second half, that is, the bride or groom. Based on an ancient sign, one has only to look closely into the eyes of the person you like, and he simply cannot help but reciprocate. There is a famous October saying associated with the second day of the month - "Happiness does not leave Trofim past, where Trofim goes, happiness will also follow him."

3.10. October 3 is the time of workers of mills and windmills. Today it was possible to find out what the weather will be next:

If on 2.10 the wind blows from the north side - expect an early cold, if from the south - it will be warm for a long time
If cobwebs hang on trees and bushes, it will not snow soon
If it is very windy on this day, there will be an excellent harvest of winter crops.

As for ancient traditions, on the second of October, the housewives massively chopped cabbage, it was believed that the harvested vegetable acquired a special taste.

4.10. This date has long been called the day of Ipat and Kondrat, this time was dedicated to their fertility farming, and the meaning of folk signs on October 4 was associated with this. According to beliefs, the weather that stands on this day will delight you for exactly 4 more days. In order to reap a good harvest after winter, it was necessary to carefully fertilize the soil with manure today, this will happen, according to what the folk signs of October say.

5.10 - Phocas and Jonah. Today it was strictly forbidden to eat fish, they did it because there was a myth that Ion was inside the whale. On October 5, the listodera period began, usually it is windy and it rains. If by the end of the day all the leaves from the birches do not fall, the snow will not come soon.

6.10 - Controversial Iraida. On October 6, those who had material and monetary problems conducted fortune-telling. To conduct the ceremony, it was necessary to find a special place where the mouths of two rivers join, and draw water from there into two jugs. After that, put the containers in the house and watch them from which container the water evaporates faster. If it is water from a wider river, all your troubles will be left behind in the near future. Usually after this day came a real cold autumn.

7.10 - Zarevnitsa. On this date, at dawn, they began to thresh bread, the men kindled ovens in the barn to dry the sheaves, in addition, the seventh of October was used to finally complete the collection of boars. It was noted that after this day the dawns become more crimson, and the nights darker.

Pay attention to how many acorns grew on the oak, if there are a lot of them, the winter will please you with warmth and will be snowy. There is another sign associated with Thekla's day - everything that started on this day cannot be unleashed. That is why a huge number of weddings are played on October 7 today.

8.10 - Sergius of Radonezh. On October 8, on Sergius, cabbage was chopped in the houses of the hostess. If it was snowing on October 8, especially if this is the first snow, then the real winter will come exactly on Michaelmas Day. If on 9.10 it is sunny and windless for them, this weather will last another 9 days.

9.10 - Theologian John, who has long been considered the patron saint of all workers in painting. If it was snowing on Theologian, then winter will come in December. If the snow fell when there was not a single leaf left on the cherry, this indicated that the winter would be protracted.

10.10 - Savvaty's beekeeper. This number is marked by the fact that it closes the period of bee nines. At the end of this number, it was necessary to have time to hide the beehives in omshaniki in order to get the maximum honey yield.

Second decade of October

11.10 - Kharitonov's day. It was recommended to spend October 11 at home with loved ones, since, according to superstition, there was a great risk of becoming a victim of the evil eye or damage. In addition, if possible, it is better to refuse to do any housework, especially cleaning and cooking.

12.10 - the day of Theophan the Hermit. Today, according to custom, men went hunting, tried to shoot a hare. After the hunt, they gathered together at the evening table and ate the killed animal. Following the popular belief on October 12, after such a dinner, the winter could not be harsh and hungry. Feofan returns warmth to people on October 12, on this occasion there is a folk saying “Feofan put on a caftan”.

13.10 - the day of Gregory. In the villages, women massively burned straw beds and assembled new ones with their own hands; sleeping on an old bed was a bad omen. As for women of advanced age, they were allowed to burn only straw bast shoes on October 13, after which they began to weave new ones.

14.10 - Pokrov day. This is a great Orthodox holiday, people dressed smartly and the whole family went to churches and temples. In addition, October 14 was considered the day of completion of all agricultural work, that is, by this time it is necessary to have time to harvest and make all the necessary preparations. The 14th was often called the first holiday of cold weather, the housewives baked thin pancakes to appease nature.

Folk signs for October on Pokrov Day:

If the cranes flew away before the holiday, the winter will be very cold
If the squirrel managed to change the color of the fur to Pokrov, the rest of autumn will be warm;
In the case when there is not a single leaf on the birch, the winter will be snowless and harsh
Wind - easy coming year

15.10 - Ustiny. Usually at this time at night there are frosts on the ground. It was believed that on October 15 a demon could inhabit a person. To prevent this from happening, people went to the temple and read church prayers in front of the icon of Ustinya. There is a sign that people born on October 15 were born under a lucky star, they were incredibly lucky in life.

16.10 - Pozimki, October 16 is also called Denis Podzimny. It is worth protecting yourself from communicating with strangers, as this can end in the evil eye and even damage. To prevent this, you can carry a small aspen branch with you. As for nature, the leaves on the trees are a rarity at this time.

17.10 - the day of Erofei. An old Russian proverb is associated with this date, saying that today the forest can see, and the field can hear. On October 17, it is strictly forbidden to go into the forest, as this can turn into a disaster for a person.

If a person had problems with the organ of vision, that is, with the eyes, it was necessary to go to church that day and bow to the icon of Guria and Barsanuphius. If at the same time the eyes watered, this indicated that vision problems do not exist in the medical part, this is the result of the evil eye.

17.10 - Charity Day. This date was marked by the fact that women massively wove canvases in the house. Pay attention to the folk sign on October 17 about how ravens fly. If they curl high, and the clouds move quickly and in the opposite direction from the wind, expect snow. If there is no wind on October 17, a sharp cold snap is coming soon.

October 18 - Day of Denis Podzimsky. On this day, it was customary to sum up the results of the agricultural year, this indicated what prosperity would be next year. On October 18, people went to church en masse to light a candle to the Apostle Thomas, who is considered the patron saint of wealth. If there is no wind today, expect a cold snap soon.

October 19 - the day of St. Sergius the Winter. On October 19, real winter begins, the snow on the ground no longer melts so quickly. Pay attention to which direction the wind blows: if from the south - there will be a snowy winter, if from the north - no.

20.10 - starting from this moment, the night becomes longer, night frosts become the norm. On October 20, the inhabitants of villages and villages went early in the morning to feed their livestock, only after that they could sit down at the table and have breakfast. Since it was already cold in the house, it was necessary to kindle the stove, on 20.10 this was allowed to be done by the youngest man living in the house. On October 20, according to sign and tradition, a woman had to put on a new scarf, as this protected her from illness for a whole year.

Third decade of October

21.10 Tryphon and Pelageya, the day is also called Pochinki, it is getting colder and colder. By this time, people were preparing for real cold weather, they were taking out fur coats, sheepskin coats and other warm clothes from the closets. In ancient times, by this time, the villagers tried to finish pickling, first of all they tried to close the barrels with cucumbers. Already in the spring, cucumbers were taken out of the barrels, by that time they had become crispy. If it is planned to prepare a new place for the field, then it had to be burned out on this very day, this was considered a good folk omen on October 21.

22.10 - the day of Jacob. Starting from this date, people began to prepare firewood for the firebox for the winter. Usually on October 22, groats lie on the ground, in connection with this there was a saying that Yakov sent groats to the ground. Today it was customary to peel off barley, simple and oats, and also grind wheat into groats. The people called October 22 the day of porridge, the morning usually began with warm milk porridge.

23.10 - winter indicated Evlampy. On this day, it was necessary to raise your gaze to the sky and pay attention to where the horns of the month were looking. If they are directed to the north - the winter will be severe, if to the south - soft and fast. When 23 is slushy, so will the winter.

October 24 - Philip's day. This is one of the revered Orthodox holidays, which is marked by a family trip to the temple. On this day, the villagers took the grain to the storage, usually on the roads at this time slush and mud, as it is the rainy season. It is important not to rush anywhere, as you will not be able to harvest a good harvest in the spring. Usually from October 24, dense fog descends on the earth.

25.10 - Day of Ondronnik or Andrey the Stargazer. From the name it is clear that the date was marked by the fact that it was necessary to observe the stars, since with the help of such observations it was possible to predict the weather and the harvest, based on folk signs on October 25th.

26.10 - the day of Karp, has long been considered a bathing day. People massively went to the baths, gathered friends, arranged feasts. It was believed that with the help of this it was possible to get rid of many diseases, decoctions of medicinal herbs were used in the bath. People went to the temple, prayed to the icon of the Mother of God of Iberia, it was believed that on this day all prayers reached God himself.

If the mushroom season starts again, there will be no snow for a long time. If there is frost on the grass that day, expect rain in the evening. In the case when the water in the well rises, it will soon be frost, if it falls, it will rain. If on the 26th a cat licks its tail or hides its head hard, the weather will be bad tomorrow. If there are red clouds in the sky - this is a sign of rain when they come from the north - tomorrow will be windy and dank.

October 27 - Paraskev Day, it is also called Powder or Linen. If October 27 falls on a Friday, the rest of October promises to pass without rain, although October 27 is usually heavy rain. If the street is very dirty, so that even a horse's hoof can get bogged down in the mud, then expect the onset of winter in exactly one month.

It is worth mentioning that Paraskeva Day is the day of women in childbirth, it was Paraskeva who has long been considered their patroness. In order for the child to be born healthy and on time, on October 27 it was strictly forbidden to sew and linen fabric, as this could harm the unborn child. All the other women on the 27th began to ruffle and crush flax.

28.10 one more beekeeper. On the 28th, winter continues to enter into its legal rights, Yefimiy covers the earth with cold and cold. As on the previous day, the women continued to ruffle and knead the flax. To do this, they used a broom, a grinder. In addition, on this day the bees were removed to warm places.

October 29 - Vratnik or Longinus. People prayed to the Holy Apostles named Longinus and Vratnik for health and healing, especially this helped everyone who suffered from eye diseases. If until that time winter clothes were not yet worn, then they were taken out into the street to ventilate in the air with the sun's rays. On this day, there was a saying that the sun's light is very dear to us, although at this time it is not long. If you follow folk signs on October 29, the winter promised to be mild and not harsh.

30.10 - the day of the Wheeler Hosea. On the 30th, it was customary to put the cart and other vehicles in the shed for storage, people sentenced that the wheel would part with the spring. At that time, instead of a cart, a sleigh was taken out. Among other traditions, it was forbidden to wash and be in the bath.

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October 1st to 10th

In the first decade of the second month of autumn, gooseberries, currants and apple seedlings are planted. At the same time, it is recommended to remove winter apple trees, plant winter varieties of garlic. Also in the first decade of October, you need to start harvesting white cabbage. If you have not had time to plant onions, then it is not too late to do it. If October was preceded by a dry period, in the first decade, lard and vegetable gardens are watered. At the same time, you need to prepare plant seeds for planting.

From 11 to 20 October

At this time, you need to do the tying shoots of raspberries. Fertilizer is applied to the soil for various plantings, and soil is also prepared for seedlings for spring. If you haven't insulated your garden perennials, do so now. In the middle of the tenth month, rose bushes are spudded, boles and branches are whitened.

From 21 to 31 October

This period is great for digging up the ground in the near-trunk zone of fruit-bearing trees. After the first frosts have passed, it is necessary to prepare crop cuttings for grafting in winter and spring. By the way, they need to be stored until the onset of spring in a damp, cool environment, preferably in the cellar.

Folk omens for October. Signs and traditions of October.

October Traditions

October - dirty, leaf fall, podzimnik, wedding, pazdernik, winter, measure, praise-month - the tenth month of the year, the second month of autumn. Among the Romans, it was the eighth month of the year, which is why it got its name (from the Latin octo - eight).

In Russia, October was called leaf fall - because of the autumn fall of leaves, or pazdernik - from pazderi, bonfires (stages of making yarn or ropes from vegetable raw materials), since flax and hemp begin to be crushed this month. In the common people, October was called dirty - because of the autumn rains, bad weather and mud, or wedding - from weddings that are celebrated at this time in peasant life. The time for field and garden harvests has passed - it's time to sit down with an honest feast and sit down for a wedding. From Intercession (October 14) weddings after weddings began to play and walk around the villages and villages.

The weather this month is very changeable. The day decreases by more than two hours. It is believed that the time from October 1 to October 15 is golden autumn, October 16-23 is deep autumn, and pre-winter begins on the 24th.

According to the astronomical calendar, this month the Sun is in the constellation of Virgo, then it passes into the constellation of Libra.

The talisman of the month of October is an opal stone, a flower is a calendula. The slushy weather in October caused annoyance: work was suspended, and the peasant had to be forced to sit back. It was possible to work only on the threshing floor, and even then on a fine day. But the women had enough to do.

signs of october

October does not like wheels or runners.
. Thunder in October portends a snowless, short and mild winter.
. Autumn says: “I’ll make gold!” - And winter: “As I want!”
. The first snow falls forty days before real winter.
. The leaf fall passed quickly - a cold will come soon and the winter will be severe, and if the leaves remain green and stay on the trees for a long time, the winter will be short, with slight frosts.
. September smells like apples, October - cabbages.
. The first snow fell on wet ground - it will remain, on dry ground it will soon disappear. From the first snow to the toboggan run - six weeks.
. Daytime snow does not lie - the first reliable snow falls by night.
. In October at one o'clock and rain and snow.
. In October, there are seven weathers in the yard: it sows, it blows, it circles, it stirs, it roars, it pours from above and sweeps from below.
. October took everyone, but the peasant has no way.
. Neither to go by cab, nor to work in the field.
. In October, that women and work that flaxes are in time.
. Like October, like April.
. In October, the moon is in a circle - the summer will be dry.
. Oh, Father October! Only goodness in you, that he took beer.
. In October, only berries, that mountain ash.

Popular name: the first winter, wild rose, stoker ram, plakunya crane, Arina, Irina, Orina - crane years, departure of cranes.

From that day on, cranes begin to fly to warmer climes, so it is also called Arina - crane years. If cranes fly on this day, then on Pokrov (October 14) you have to wait for the first frosts, if these birds are not visible, not a single frost will hit before Artemy Day (November 2). In order for winter to come later, it was necessary to shout to the cranes: “Road by wheel!” - and the birds will remain, because the wheel in this expression symbolizes the circle. That is, the cranes had to describe a circle and return to their swamps.
On this day rose hips were collected and dried. It was believed that only the one that was collected or bought after Arina the Rosehip was useful.

The crane will not leave - there will be no frost until another month, until November the second.
. If cranes and geese are in no hurry to leave their homes, the cold will not come soon, and the winter will be mild and short.
. Arina is the first winter (the first snow and frost).
. The departure of the cranes to Eumenes - to the Pokrov frost.
. If the weeds have grown very high, there will be a lot of snow.
. If the birch has not lost its leaves in early October, the snow will fall late.

October 1st is celebrated by: Boris. Alexey, Ariadna, Arkady, Benjamin, Vladimir, Ivan, Hilarion, Konstantin, Mikhail, Sergey, Sophia.

The name of the day is Boris. Characteristics of a person named Borya

This is a Slavic name, it means “glorious in battle”, “fighter”, perhaps this is an abbreviation of the forgotten name Borislav, which is based on the words “bor”, meaning struggle, and “glory” - glory. Boris is a very tidy person since childhood, he always takes care of books and things, he never scatters his clothes, he really doesn’t like to give his things to anyone. He is so afraid of getting back his favorite book with a greasy stain on the page that he prefers not to give his things to other hands at all. Things that he really likes can live with him not just for years - decades.

Boris, born in October, is very independent and secretive. He never dedicates anyone to his problems at work, nor in relationships with women. Relatives often find out that he has married only when they get to know his wife.

Many autumn signs that we inherited from our ancestors are important even now. Most of them will help you avoid troubles and misfortunes in the future, as well as properly prepare for the winter.

The first month of autumn has come to an end, and Indian summer has ended with it. In October, as usual, we expect cold rains, falling leaves and the first reminders of the onset of winter. At this time, there is a sharp change in weather conditions, and many signs are a kind of forecast for the coming months. Signs for October will help you find out what changes await you in the near future and whether it is worth getting warm clothes out of the wardrobe, or autumn will still please us with warmth.

Notes for every day

In October, every day is associated with certain signs.

October 1st. If on this day you see a flock of flying cranes, it means that the first snow will fall on Pokrov (October 14).

2 October. On this day the beehives were collected. The bee nine began - the period from October 2 to October 10, when it is customary to collect honey. Whoever eats a spoonful of honey on an empty stomach during these days will be happy all year. For girls, this day could be a harbinger of a wedding. If you look into the eyes of your lover on October 2, he will soon fall in love with you without memory.

October 3rd. If today the wind blows from the north, it means cold weather, from the south - to clear and warm weather, from the west - to rain, from the east - to dry weather.

The 4th of October. It was believed that if the weather is clear but cold on this day, it means that there will be severe frosts in winter.

October 6th. This day was considered the most suitable for divination for money. To do this, draw water into a glass from a river or lake and leave it on the windowsill with an open window. If something falls into a glass overnight, financial well-being awaits you next year, if not, get ready for difficulties with money.

October 9th. If on this day snow falls on wet ground, it will lie for a long time, if on dry ground, it will melt quickly.

10 October. If at this time there are few cones on spruces and pines, there will be severe frosts in winter.
If the weather is warm on this day, it means that autumn will be warm and dry.

October 11. Among the people - Kharitonov Day. It was believed that on October 11, evil spirits walk the streets, and many did not go out to avoid damage, evil eye or misfortune.

October 12- the day of Theophan the Merciful. It was believed that on this day Feofan closed the sun from frost. If the weather is warm that day, then it will not be cold.

October 14- Intercession Day, a church holiday dedicated to the appearance of the Virgin. It was believed that the first frosts begin on this day. People harvested and finally completed agricultural affairs. If snow fell that day, they were preparing for a cold and snowy winter, and clear weather foreshadowed a warm winter.

October 15th. The people believed that on this day the demons go for a walk. Therefore, people already in the morning went to church, prayed and asked to take troubles and misfortunes away from them. However, those who were born on this day were promised happiness and good luck for life.

16 October. On this day, people with the evil eye were avoided: it was believed that if you damage it on October 16, then it will be very difficult to remove it later.

17 October. In Russia, a sharp cold snap was always expected on this day. If it was warm on October 17, then there will be no frosts in winter.

18 October. If you see a lot of crows or jackdaws on this day, a cold winter will soon come.

19 October. On this day, the quantity and quality of the harvested crop was assessed. If there is a lot of production during the summer, the next year will pass comfortably. If the harvest is poor and rotten, financial difficulties are expected next year.

The 20th of October. If today the snow falls on the fallen leaves of the trees, it will soon melt. If the weather is clear, winter will have to wait a long time.

October 21. On this day, it is good to buy winter clothes. It was believed that the purchased warm clothes will last a long time.

22 of October- Jacob Day or the Day of the first porridge. It was on October 22 that people waited for the first snow and associated it with cereals. If it was snowing, they said that it was "Yakov sent grits." Whoever serves porridge on the table on this day will live in abundance for the next year.

October 23. If by this day there are still fruits on the mountain ash tree, there will soon be a lot of rain.

October 24th. If by this day the ice on the river has already strengthened, then you can walk on it, and the whole year will pass in abundance.

the 25th of October. The starry sky today portends a rich harvest for next year. The stars are bright - for the coming cold, dim - for warmth.

October 26th. If on this day you see a cat licking itself, it means that severe cold and snowfalls are coming.

27th October. The day was considered feminine. Young girls and women were forbidden to do household chores, and those who neglected this sign could attract misfortune to themselves and their home. If childbirth began on this day, they will pass quickly and painlessly.

28 of October. The most favorable day for cleaning. It was believed that today all troubles and misfortunes are swept out of the house along with garbage.

29th of October. If on this day you are caught in the rain, the whole year of illness will bypass you.

October 31. The last day of the month was considered the last day for leaf fall. If the leaves have not yet fallen by that day, the winter will be long and cold.

Our ancestors did not just attach great importance to signs. After all, thanks to them, they learned what awaited them in the future, and could prepare themselves for unforeseen circumstances. Many signs have come down to us. If you follow them, you can attract happiness and good luck and

October 1st. Irina (Arina). If the cranes fly to Arina, you have to wait for the first frost on Pokrov. If they are not visible, then until Artemiev Day (November 2), the slush will stand. Rose hips are harvested and dried on this day.

2 October. Zosima and Savvaty, beekeepers. It was believed that "these days on an empty stomach every morning you need to eat a teaspoon of honey, drinking warm water" - this is a healing remedy for all diseases.

October 3rd. Astafiev day. If the wind is north, cold is near; south wind - to heat; western - to sputum, rain; east - wait for clear weather. If it is warm and a web flies - to a good autumn and not soon snow.

October 5th. Foka Windmill. Foka is revered by the people as a protector from fires and as a helper to drowning people. If a leaf has not fallen from a birch, the snow will fall late.

October 6th. Iraida. On this day they baked liqueurs: crushed potatoes, flavored with egg and milk, poured on a rye cake, and slightly wrapped around the edges of the cake.

October 7th. Fekla Zarevnitsa. The beginning of threshing bread. On this day, the beets remaining on the beds were harvested.

October 8th. Sergius. Wind from the north - to a cold winter, from the south - to a warm one, from the west - to a snowy one. If the first snow falls on Sergius, winter will set in on St. Michael's Day (November 21). If the weather is good on Sergius, she will stand for three whole weeks.

10 October. Savvaty the Bee. The last day of bee nine. On this day, households are treated to cookies on honey. The harvesting of the hives for the winter is coming to an end.

12 October. Kiriak, Maremyana. On this day, gray fogs hang: "Maremyan's sadness is woven from the fog."

October 13th. Gregory. If the snow falls, winter will not come soon. They burn old straw from the beds on Grigory, stuffing a new one. If the cranes have flown away, there will be an early and cold winter.

October 14. Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos. First winter. If on this day the wind from the north - to be a cold winter, from the south - the winter will be warm, from the west - snowy; changeable wind - to a fickle winter. On Pokrov before lunch - autumn, after lunch - winter. On Pokrov, winter is covered with snow, dressed in frost. The departure of cranes to Pokrov - "for an early and cold winter."

October 15th. Cyprian and Ustinya. These saints are considered by the people as protectors from evil spirits. If on this day there is heavy rain and an icy wind, the winter will be cold.

16 October. Denis Pozimny. Denis - beware of the dashing eye. On this day, conspiracies are pronounced from the evil eye. The last leaves are falling from the trees.

17 October. Erofei. On this day, the forest sees, and the field hears. From Yerofei, winter puts on a fur coat. According to popular belief, on this day you can’t go to the forest: the winds howl and goblin rage there.

18 October. Kharitins. First canvases. The sun is rolling down, the day has lagged behind the night - the felt boots stumbled over the stump. On this day, they rolled wool on felt boots, started spinning canvas.

19 October. Thomas. For Thomas, a crust of bread for those who are weak in health. "Foma breaks the bins, take everything for nothing." If there is no wind - to a cold snap.

The 20th of October. Sergei Winter. Sergius begins the winter. Sergei beats the grass with frost, and Matryona (November 22) does not allow winter to turn back. If snow has fallen, and the trees have not yet shed their leaves, it will soon melt.

October 21. Tryphon and Pelagia. Repairs. "From Tryphon, Pelageya is getting colder." "Tryphon mends his fur coat, Pelageya sews mittens."

22 of October. Yakov Studeny. Yakov sends a white grain to the ground, cools the paths, reduces the day. It's time to prepare firewood for the winter for the Russian stove.

October 23. Evlampy. On Eulampius, "the horns of the month seem in the direction from where the winds are." If the horns to the north - to be an early winter and the snow will fall on dry land; to the south - do not wait for an early winter, there will be slush to Kazanskaya.

October 24th. Philip. Pre-winter. Late leaf fall - for a difficult year. If it snowed in the morning - wait for a cold winter.

the 25th of October. Prova. On Prov, they observe the stars and guess from them about the weather and the harvest. Bright stars - to frost; dull - to a thaw; strong twinkling of stars in blue hues - to the snow.

October 26th. Agathon. Day of the Iberian Icon of the Mother of God. Bathing life: on this day, various healing herbs were brought to the baths and they drove out sickness from the sick.

27th October. Praskovya Lnyanikh. If the yard is damp, then there are four weeks left until the real winter. Paraskeva Lnyanikha is considered the woman's intercessor, the patroness of women's winter work, especially yarn.

28 of October. Efimy the Pious. Yefimiy closes the roots of grasses and trees with the ground with cold, covers every insect in the withered grass, evokes sleep.

October 30. Hosea. On Hosea, the wheel and axle are parted until spring. "The day is quickly melting - you can't tie it to the wattle fence." October is crying with cold tears.

October 31. Luke. The Apostle Luke is revered as a teacher of icon painting. To this day, the proverb - "Every skill is given by labor." "To what the soul lies, to that the hands will be attached.