“On Sunday, November 23, 2025, the 1,368th day of full-scale war continues in Ukraine, but despite this, the calendar retains its spiritual and historical landmarks. On this day, believers honor the memory of Saints Amfiloch and Grigory, and also remember ancient folk signs and traditions associated with late autumn. The date combines church observances, folk observations of the weather, and historical commemorations”, — write on: ua.news
On Sunday, November 23, 2025, the 1,368th day of full-scale war continues in Ukraine, but despite this, the calendar retains its spiritual and historical landmarks.
On this day, believers honor the memory of Saints Amfiloch and Grigory, and also remember ancient folk signs and traditions associated with late autumn.
The date combines church observances, popular weather observations, memorable historical events and contemporary international initiatives that reflect the mood of society.
November 23 became a day in which spiritual heritage, national memory and modern challenges are intertwined in one information field.
According to the new church calendar, November 23 is the day of commemoration of Saints Amphiloch and Grigory of Nis, who lived in the IV century.
Amphilochius, bishop and preacher, known for his unshakable position in disputes with the Arians and active defense of the purity of Christian teaching.
He left sermons, letters and interpretations of the Holy Scriptures, and in church tradition he is mentioned alongside Alexander, Basil the Great and Gregory of Nyssa as one of the outstanding Cappadocian fathers.
Gregory of Nyssa, the younger brother of Basil the Great, became famous as a theologian and philosopher, the author of works on spiritual growth, asceticism and knowledge of God.
Folk and religious ideas advise to refrain from exhausting physical labor on November 23, as the day is considered energetically unfavorable for such loads.
It is also not recommended to enter into conflicts and provoke quarrels, because it is believed that insults said on this day can permanently damage relationships.
It is not advised to start new professional or household affairs nowadays, because a start made on this day is associated with increased risks and possible obstacles on the way.
We will remind you that on Tuesday, November 21, Christians celebrate the day of Archangel Michael and other Heavenly Powers of the Incorporeal.
Also, on November 21, 2025, Orthodox and Greek Catholics celebrate the Introduction to the Church of the Holy Mother of God, one of the most important twelfth holidays.
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