December 2: Day of the Prophet Habakkuk, Folk Omens, and International Holidays.

According to ТСН: December 2, 2025 – Tuesday. 1377th day of the war in Ukraine.

What church holiday is celebrated today according to the new calendar

Today, December 2, believers celebrate the day of the memory of the Holy Prophet Habakkuk. Habakkuk was a prophet of Judah who lived around the 7th century BC, during times of great turmoil: the rise of Babylon's power, the decline of the Judean kingdom, moral decay in society, and the approach of misfortune that seemed inevitable.

His Book – third among the "minor prophets" – is small in volume but extremely substantial. It contains a deep dialogue between the prophet and God. Habakkuk not only conveys God's word – he poses questions, seeks meaning and justice, and cares for his people.

What should not be done on December 2

• One should not argue or speak ill – insults attract winter troubles.

• It is forbidden to leave leftovers – this may lead to impoverishment in housekeeping.

• One should not lend or borrow money – this may "carry wealth out of the house".

Folk omens and traditions on December 2

Among our ancestors, there were interesting omens for this day:

• frost – indicates a long and cold winter;

• strong wind – expect snowstorms throughout December;

• warm weather – heralds a mild and gentle winter;

• snow in large, fluffy flakes – indicates a good harvest;

• sleet – spring will come early.

In the folk tradition, December 2 was called Habakkuk's Day. It was believed that on this day "winter declares its character".

Names: how to name a child born on December 2

Today's names: Andrey, Boris, Vladimir, Dmitry, Ivan, Kirill, Konstantin, Matvey, Moses, Nikolai, Pavel, Sergey, Stepan, Fyodor, Antonina, Vera, Margarita, Maria, Tamara.

The talisman for a person born on December 2 is serpentine. This is a magical amulet that brings bright joy and inner harmony. Since ancient times, it has been believed that serpentine can awaken and enhance the natural abilities of its owner, revealing hidden gifts in a person.

People born on this day include:

• 1937 – Peter Osadchuk, Ukrainian writer and political figure;

• 1951 – Stepan Halabarda, Ukrainian poet-songwriter;

• 1971 – Pavel Mazurenko, participant of the Euromaidan, Hero of Ukraine.

Memorable dates on December 2

The calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for December 2:

• 1015 – Yaroslav the Wise ascended the throne in Kyiv;

• 1104 – Nikifor I was instituted in Kyiv to the metropolitanate;

• 1375 – Bulgarian monk Cyprian was elevated to the rank of metropolitan of Kyiv and Lithuania;

• 1409 – the University of Leipzig was solemnly opened;

• 1697 – St. Paul's Cathedral first opened its doors in London;

• 1766 – Sweden became a pioneer of freedom of speech, completely abolishing state censorship;

• 1804 – in the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, Pope Pius VII proclaimed Napoleon Bonaparte as Emperor of France;

• 1805 – at Austerlitz, Napoleon achieved one of his most famous victories;

• 1816 – in London, Luddites carried out large-scale attacks on factories, destroying industrial machines;

• 1823 – US President James Monroe announced the doctrine of political immunity of America from European powers – known as the "Monroe Doctrine";

• 1848 – Austrian Emperor Ferdinand I abdicated in favor of young Franz Joseph I;

• 1852 – President Louis Napoleon Bonaparte proclaimed himself Emperor under the name Napoleon III;

• 1863 – the construction of the dome of the Capitol in Washington was completed;

• 1864 – the first Zemsky mutual credit bank in the Russian Empire was founded in Kherson;

• 1865 – Alabama ratified the Thirteenth Amendment to the US Constitution, which abolished slavery;

• 1870 – Rome was officially proclaimed the capital of united Italy;

• 1896 – the first public film screening on the territory of Ukraine took place at the Kharkiv Opera House;

• 1901 – King Camp Gillette received a patent for the safety razor with disposable blades;

• 1908 – the two-year-old Puyi ascended the throne and became the last emperor of China;

• 1927 – the Ford company began the production of the legendary Ford Model A car;

• 1939 – LaGuardia Airport was opened in New York;

• 1942 – a group of scientists led by Enrico Fermi carried out the world's first controlled nuclear reaction;

• 1949 – the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on Combatting Trafficking in Persons;

• 1956 – the landing of Fidel Castro's troop from the yacht "Granma" in Cuba marked the beginning of the revolution that would eventually overthrow Batista's regime;

• 1960 – the Lenin Plant in Kryvyi Rih launched the "Kryvorizhstal" blast furnace – the largest in the world at that time;

• 1969 – the first demonstration flight of the new Boeing 747 between Seattle and New York took place, with 191 people on board;

• 1971 – the Federation of the United Arab Emirates was officially established, uniting seven emirates;

• 1975 – the Lao People's Democratic Republic was proclaimed;

• 1982 – surgeons from the University of Utah implanted a permanent artificial heart into a human for the first time; patient Barney Clark lived with it for 112 days;

• 1983 – Michael Jackson's Thriller video premiered on MTV;

• 1991 – Canada and Poland were the first to officially recognize Ukraine's independence;

• 1991 – under the command of V. Martirosyan, the blue-yellow flag was raised over the 13th communications army;

• 1998 – former Prime Minister of Ukraine Pavel Lazarenko was arrested in Switzerland on suspicion of money laundering;

• 2001 – Enron Corporation announced its bankruptcy;

• 2015 – a mass shooting occurred in San Bernardino.

What holiday is celebrated today in Ukraine and around the world

On December 2, Ukraine and the world celebrate World Day for the Prevention of Pollution. An international initiative aimed at raising awareness about environmental pollution issues and promoting measures that help avoid it. The main goal is to focus attention on prevention and sustainable living.

December 2 is also celebrated as Basketball Day. A holiday dedicated to a popular and dynamic sport that unites people of all ages and fitness levels. The goal is to promote basketball and encourage an active lifestyle.

On this day, the Day of Special Education is also celebrated. The idea of special education originated in the 19th century when schools for children with hearing, vision, or developmental impairments began to be created. Today, it is a comprehensive system that includes inclusive classes, correctional programs, psychological and pedagogical support, and adapted educational materials.

December 2 also marks World Trick Day. This is a fun international day dedicated to skill, creativity, and the ability to amaze others. Its purpose is to inspire people to inventiveness and showcase their skills, whether it's magic tricks, ball tricks, or acrobatics.

Moreover, December 2 is acknowledged as the International Day of Model Railroads. This holiday is devoted to an exciting hobby that combines technology, creativity, and precision. The goal is to popularize model railroads as an art form and educational activity that brings together enthusiasts of this hobby.

Also, December 2 is World Computer Literacy Day. This day is dedicated to developing digital skills and raising awareness about the safe and effective use of technology, which is extremely relevant in modern society.

December 2 is also marked as the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. It is based on the adoption of the UN Convention on combating trafficking in persons and the exploitation of prostitution in 1949, marking the first international step towards the official recognition and condemnation of human trafficking as a global crime.