In Severouralsk they honored the icon of the Mother of God “The Burning Bush” and congratulated the firefighterstranslated

On September 17, the Russian Orthodox Church holds a celebration in honor of the “Burning Bush” icon of the Mother of God, whose name translates as “unburnt bush.” This day is especially significant for employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations: in Russia on September 17, the professional holiday of firefighters and rescuers is celebrated, and the image of the “Burning Bush” is revered by them as the Heavenly Patroness, an intercessor in the fight against the fiery element.

The historical and theological meaning of the holiday goes back to the biblical event described in the Book of Exodus. The prophet Moses, tending sheep in the desert, saw a burning bush that did not burn up. The Lord addressed him from the flames, calling to free the people of Israel from Egyptian captivity. This unburnt bush became a prototype of the Mother of God - pure and immaculate, who received the Divine fire and saved the world from destruction.

On the day of the holiday, services are held in churches throughout the country, in which employees of fire and rescue services take part. Believers, together with firefighters, offer prayers for protection from disasters, for the preservation of the life and health of rescuers, for help in their selfless service. Traditionally, clergy bless firefighting equipment and personnel of the units.…