Signs in the Sky on June 6th: Actions Permitted and Prohibited on Simeon's Day
Celebrating Simeon the Stylite's Spirit on June 6th
People still observe certain customs on June 6th, though it's not historically linked to Simeon the Stylite. If you're wondering who Simeon the Stylite was, he was a remarkable Christian ascetic who stood atop a pillar for more than three decades from 423 to 459 AD in Syria, making him a significant figure in early Christian asceticism. He, however, is commemorated on September 1st in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
So, here's how to make the most of June 6th:
What to do:
- Start saving pennies for future endeavors.
- Use this day for work around the house and making visits to family, especially senior members.
- Get into the baking spirit! Try whipping up a batch of onion pies and share them with both loved ones and neighbors.
What to avoid:
- Avoid washing clothes or your hair; ancient superstitions suggested that water could wash away protective measures against diseases in your clothing.
- Think twice before embarking on a journey; old beliefs stated that something unfortunate might occur while traveling.
- Refrain from exiting the bed and leaving the house with your left foot; your entire day might turn sour.
- It's a bad idea to complain about your luck to acquaintances.
- Lend items at your own risk.
- Be mindful when pouring water, as spilling it is considered unlucky and might lead to misfortune.
Weather omens for June 6th:
- If fog is thick, prepare yourself for a plentiful supply of mushrooms and berries in the surrounding woods.
- Rain in June hints at cloudy July.
- Hot weather on June 6th promises a warm autumn, whereas a powerful wind suggests a harsh winter.
- A rainbow in the sky after rain suggests an abundant grain harvest.
- If dogs howl all day, be prepared for bad weather on its way.
Embrace the day's unique traditions by preparing a batch of onion pies, a delightful fusion of food-and-drink, to share with loved ones and neighbors, transforming your lifestyle for the better. Meanwhile, in the spirit of home-and-garden maintenance, use this day to attend to tasks around the house and pay visits to senior family members. As for the weather, keep an eye on the sky as it may offer omens for the upcoming months, such as rain hinting at a cloudy July or hot weather foreshadowing a warm autumn.
