Baptism in Ukraine: what to eat and what to drink
On this day the Church remembers Evangelical event — as the prophet John the Baptist baptized Jesus Christ in the river Jordan.
In relation to the celebration of Baptism there are a few rules, including on nutrition.
The Eve Of Epiphany
18 Jan believers keep short, but a strict fast. Traditionally on this day you can eat only pudding (sochivo), allowing, however, Postfach yourself some dishes. In "Indian evening" - and that is exactly what our ancestors called the eve of Epiphany — treated, mostly, lean borscht, vareniki, pies, cabbage, fish.
What should be on the table
When will sanctify the water and in the sky appears the first star, you can sit at the table. In some regions of our country in the tradition on Epiphany Eve put on the table 12 dishes, like Christmas. But this is not necessary.
In addition Kuti, decided to put on the table dishes such: kutu, borsch with pampushkas, dumplings with cheese, sausage, jelly, pies with "sand"and other fillings, ears, jelly, compote and sour cream. The table on this day is considered one of the richest of the year.
In addition, the table is sure to put a bit of hay and cover it with white cloth.
The start of the meal
The first thing is to try man in Baptism - a glass of consecrated water, it is believed that on January 18-19, she has a special power and is able to protect not only against evil spirits but also of all diseases. And after that you need to eat lean Kuti.
Swimming in the hole
The clergy before every Baptism I remind everyone wishing to swim in the hole, that before this ritual is strictly forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages. But doctors suggest for keeping warm before dipping to drink a tablespoon of fish oil, and after bathing — hot tea. Although, as usual, all drinking alcoholic beverages.
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