Signs and Guryev's traditions of the day celebrated on November 28

In Russia on November 28 it was noted as day of memory of Saint Guriya, the martyr who became a devotion symbol to Christ. Today in orthodox churches, this day remember his life and a feat, and also begin one of the most important posts – Christmas which will last till January 6. Why the holiday is called on November 28 as Guryevy day Why on November 28 this holiday is called in the Guryevy afternoon? According to ancient church traditions, this day is devoted to memory of three sacred: Guriya, Samona and Aviva who underwent tortures and death for the belief in Christ. Gury and Samon who were inhabitants Edessa...