Prayed to forces of nature: to Republic of Bashkortostan Maris celebrated Semyk

About what ceremonies this day the last pagans make "Europe" — in the reporting Shaekhova Elmira. Pumpkin pies, kystyby with millet, and, of course, pancakes. Any traditional Mari table does not do without these dishes. His inhabitant of the village Kuyanovo Akitarova Irina still the day before started preparing. All food — ceremonial. The national holiday Semyk originates at east Slavs. Also it falls on the seventh Thursday after Easter, on the eve of the Trinity. This day it is accepted to remember deceased ancestors and to ask from them blessings. And in Semyk it is necessary to flood bath. Here Maris invite souls...