December 12: Feast Day of Saint Spyridon, Signs and What Not to Do.

According to ТСН: Today in the Orthodox calendar is celebrated the feast day of Saint Spyridon, Bishop of Trimythous. Saint Spyridon was born around 270 AD in a poor peasant family in the village of Cyprus. His childhood was spent in simplicity: working as a shepherd and taking care of sheep, he developed a sense of humility, love for God, and neighbors.

Spyridon was married and had a child, but after losing his wife, he completely dedicated his life to serving God. His life was filled with asceticism: he often prayed, fasted, and adhered to strict spiritual practices.

Despite his simple origins, Spyridon was chosen as the Bishop of Trimythous. In church service, he displayed wisdom and humility. He was distinguished by simplicity in life, kindness, and the ability for deep spiritual guidance.

The miracles of Saint Spyridon were always accompanied by his deep faith in divine providence and humility before the will of the Lord. He participated in the First Council of Nicaea in 325, where he defended the orthodox faith against the Arians who denied the divinity of Christ.

Saint Spyridon died around 348 AD. His relics are kept in Corfu (Greece), where they remain a site of pilgrimage.

Signs of December 12

• Strong frost on December 12 means a harsh and long winter is ahead.

• Warm weather on December 12 indicates a late, drawn-out autumn or a mild winter.

• Snowfall is a good sign: there will be a harvest of grain next year.

What Not to Do Today

It is not recommended to wear old clothes as it may lead to poverty and misfortune. Traveling is also discouraged. Care should be taken in the forest: on Spyridon, it is advisable to be cautious while walking among the trees, as one might accidentally wake a bear.

What You Can Do Today

On the feast day of Spyridon, believers turn to him in prayer, asking for health for children and parents, blessings in marriage, and harmony in the family. It is believed that the saint particularly helps those who are unjustly accused or condemned, as well as protects them from worries, material deprivation, and illnesses, granting peace of mind and divine care.

The feast day of Saint Spyridon occupies a special place in the Orthodox tradition. His examples of humility and dedication to service continue to inspire believers. It is important to remember the significance of saints in daily life, turning to them in difficult times for support and assistance.