Ashot Posted January 10, 2008 Report Share Posted January 10, 2008 The Commemoration Day of St. Sargis to be marked on February 3rd The Commemoration Day of St. Sargis has been declared the Day of Blessing the Young, Press Service of the Araratian Patriarchal Diocese informed Radiolur. Tnis year it will be celebrated on February 3. Military leader St. Sargis is one of the most beloved saints. With his son Martiros and 14 brave soldiers he died for the sake of Christian faith. The Commemoration Day of St. Sargis is celebrated in Armenia not only through religious rituals and prayer, but also folk traditions. St. Sargis is known as the patron of young people and love. Miracles occur with his mediation. St. Sargis realizes the dream of love. According to the tradition, on the eve of St. Sargis Day, the unmarried should fast all day, then eat salt bread - a round-shaped small and very salty bread. On St. Sargis Day sweethearts present sweets and cards to each other. On February 3 a Holy Liturgy will be served in all Churches carrying the name of St. Sargis, which will be followed by the ceremony of blessing the young. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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