Memorial Day of the Apostle Luke: what is customary to do and what should be avoided on Luke’s Daytranslated

On October 31, Orthodox believers celebrate the Day of Remembrance of the Apostle and Evangelist Luke, a companion of the Apostle Paul, one of the first Christian preachers and author of the Gospel of Luke. Saint Luke is revered as the patron saint of doctors and artists. In folk tradition, this day is known as Lukov Day - a holiday associated with many autumn signs. We tell you what traditions are associated with this day and what, according to popular beliefs, you should not do on October 31st.

How was the Apostle Luke

Apostle Luke is one of the four evangelists, the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. He was not only a follower of Jesus Christ, but also his close disciple. According to legend, Luke was from the Syrian city of Antioch and belonged to the number of pagans who became Christians. He was a doctor by profession, which is reflected in his detailed descriptions of the healings performed by Jesus Christ.

Luke is also considered the first Christian icon painter. According to church traditions, he painted the first icons of the Blessed Virgin Mary with the baby Jesus in her arms, as well as icons of the apostles Peter and Paul. In this regard, the Apostle Luke is the patron saint of doctors and artists, and people often turn to him with prayers for health and...