The Transfiguration is celebrated every August 6 and is popularly known as Probojenia. It commemorates the moment when Jesus Christ revealed his divine nature to the disciples Peter, James and John.
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During this divine revelation, Moses and Elijah, two characters from the Old Testament, appeared with Jesus, discussing with him his destiny to sacrifice his life for the salvation of mankind. This event was of crucial importance in strengthening the disciples’ faith, preparing them for the trials and sufferings that would follow.
The Transfiguration of the Lord proved that Jesus was not just a prophet or a teacher, but the Son of God, sent to earth to redeem the sins of the world, according to crestinortodox.ro.
Traditions and customs
In popular tradition, the Changing of the Face marks the beginning of autumn and represents a moment of balance between the seasons. According to tradition, the sky opens for a moment, and those who look carefully can see the divine light, according to ProTV News.
It is also said that prayers said on this day have special power and can bring blessing and protection. Thus, one of the most widespread traditions is that of taking the first fruits of autumn to the church to be sanctified. These offerings symbolize gratitude to God for nature’s gifts and are then shared with loved ones and those in need.
In some areas, it is customary for women to bake special breads, which are shared among the family and offered as an offering at church. These cakes are believed to bring good luck and abundance to the home.
There is also the custom of making a general commemoration of those who have passed on to the eternal, as a sign of respect and remembrance for our loved ones who are no longer with us.
What happens if it rains
It is believed that if it rains on Transfiguration Day, autumn will be long and rainy. It is also said that on this day, summer “turn away”and autumn begins to make its presence felt.
Usually, during this period, the temperatures start to drop gradually and the days get shorter. In some areas, the first frosts of autumn may even occur.
What happens to those who do not keep the holiday
Transfiguration is also an important moment in the viticultural calendar: on this day no work is done and the new harvest is brought to the church, blessed and distributed.
It is said that those who do not keep this celebration will be dry and yellow like the flowers that are now starting to wither. Also, the one who washes clothes on this day will be filled with lice and bedbugs.
Also on this day you can taste the grape seeds, which, although unripe, are said to have a healing role, especially for those with sensitive intestines. Also related to grapes, in the popular tradition it is shown that the berries detached from the bunches are called “Colliva de grupuri”, and these offerings are given in memory of relatives who have gone into eternity.
