October 9: The Day of Apostle James and Folk Signs about the Weather.

According to inkorr.com: On October 9, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of Saint Apostle James the Less, one of the closest disciples of Jesus Christ. This holiday symbolizes faith, missionary work, and the spreading of Christianity.

The 'Glavkom' magazine shares information about religious holidays, their significance, traditions, and signs related to October 9, 2025.

Contents

• Religious Holidays and Their History
• Prayers of the Day
• Folk Beliefs and Signs

Religious Holidays and Their History

The Day of the Memory of Saint Apostle James the Less

On October 9 according to the new style, the Orthodox Church commemorates Saint James the Less, one of the twelve apostles, chosen by Jesus to preach the Kingdom of God.

According to legend, James was the brother of Apostle Matthew and lived in the 1st century. He began his missionary work, proclaiming the Gospel in Judea and among the Gentiles. Despite numerous persecutions, he died a martyr.

This day is often called 'James the Cold', as it is believed to indicate the transition from the warmth of autumn to the cold of winter.

Prayers of the Day

O, great apostle of Christ, James! You were chosen from among His disciples and entered the number of the Twelve. We pray to you: ask Christ to support our faith, give us strength to dedicate ourselves to His commandments and to forgive us our sins. Be our intercessor in all our sufferings so that we may pass through this world and enter the Heavenly Kingdom.

Amen

Folk Beliefs and Signs

Among our ancestors, there were beliefs that the signs of this day could indicate the weather in the future:

• A lot of spiderwebs in the air indicates a warm and dry autumn.
• Frost in the morning is a sign of a cold winter.
• If the birds have completely flown away, it indicates that winter will come within three weeks.
• Rain means that the autumn will be rainy and humid.
• A clear starry night may predict frost in the morning.

The memory of Saint Apostle James the Less is an important religious holiday that emphasizes missionary work and the spread of Christianity. For centuries, James has remained a symbol of faith and courage, encouraging believers to devotion and discoveries. Signs and folk beliefs give this holiday a special color and help to feel the connection with nature.