The lottery's birthday is celebrated annually on February 24th. Although the date is not included in the list of public holidays in any country, it has become widely known. The explanation for this popularity is quite prosaic - almost every one of us at least once in our lives tried to try our luck and acquired a coveted ticket that can radically change a person’s life. Lotteries are games of chance in which the distribution of gains and losses depends on random selection. The prize can be money, material assets, or discounts/bonuses on certain goods and services. The latter option is often found in modern lotteries, which are held by companies among their regular clients or customers. The term "draw" is closely related to the word "lottery", although at first glance there is no similarity between them. In Russia, it appeared during the reign of Peter I. “Lottery” came into the Russian language from Dutch, and before that there was a long chain of borrowings that leads to the Proto-German “xlautaz,” which translates as “lot.” In the 1980s in the USSR, lotteries became not just folk entertainment, but also one of the most popular hobbies. At that time, up to 70% of the inhabitants of the USSR participated in Sportloto draws. And in 1982, Leonid Gaidai’s film “Sportloto-82” was released. The comedy is about a lottery ticket with a big win that gets lost. The film became one of the highest-grossing films in the history of Soviet cinema. Who invented lotteries? This mystery is safely hidden in the well-worn pages of history. The prototype of the lottery is keno, one of the oldest games that was invented in China. Eighty numbered balls are used to carry it out. Players are given sheets of paper on which they write arbitrary combinations consisting of twenty numbers. After the bets were placed, the balls were drawn. The winning combination consisted of 20 numbers. The size of the player's winnings depended on the number of matching numbers. The well-known name of the game “keno” comes from the Latin language, but the birthplace of the game was China. This country even has a beautiful legend about the origin of keno. During the reign of one of the emperors from the Han Dynasty, the state was bled dry by endless military campaigns as part of a long-term war. The treasury was rapidly emptying, and the country was on the brink of crisis. The emperor found an original way out of the situation and held a public lottery. The collections from it were so large that the proceeds were enough not only for military needs and support for troops in a long-term war, but also to partially cover the costs of building the Great Wall of China. One of the most popular lotteries in Russia is “6 out of 36”. In order to win the super prize, you need to guess a combination of 6 numbers on 36 cells. The winning percentage for this lottery is 0.00005. To definitely win, you need to buy 1.9 million tickets and spend 97 million rubles on it Mentions of lotteries are also found in ancient Greek myths. As you know, Zeus was the most powerful Olympian since the Titanomachy. After the overthrow of Kronos, he took the throne on Olympus and a duel with the god of thunder and lightning was a great honor for an ordinary mortal. The most famous warriors dreamed of winning or dying with honor at the hands of Zeus, so there were a lot of contenders for the battle with God, but the Thunderer could not satisfy everyone’s challenge. Then an interesting way out of the situation was invented - drawing lots. Pebbles were placed in the golden helmet, one of which differed in shape and color. The warriors took turns pulling out their stones. The one who got the winning one went to battle with Zeus. Another mention of the lottery is found in the Bible. God told Moses to gather and count the Jews, and then use lots to divide the lands on the west bank of the Jordan among them. In ancient Rome, lotteries became widespread during the reign of Julius Caesar. He held them in order to raise funds for public needs. The money received was used to build roads, buildings and bridges. During holidays and mass celebrations, free lotteries were held among the poor. These drawings gave a few lucky winners a chance to win a good cash prize. Subsequently, lotteries were repeatedly held in different European countries, but the first surviving documentary mention of them dates back to 1466. In the now Belgian town of Bruges, a drawing was held with a large monetary reward. Anyone could take part in it. It was a charity lottery organized by the widow of the Dutch artist Jan Van Eyck, timed to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the death of her husband. The woman donated the proceeds from this raffle to those in need. Even the most inveterate skeptics sometimes give in and are ready to believe in fortune, so the best way to celebrate February 24 is to buy a couple of coveted tickets. Who knows, maybe fate will decide to smile on you on this very day, because, as you know, she has an excellent sense of humor. Every week, 20 lottery millionaires appear in Russia; there are already more than 5,000 of them in the country. The lottery winner must pay a tax of 13%. If the prize was received in a competition or game held for advertising purposes, the tax rate increases to 35%.

On February 24, Slavic pagans celebrate the Great Veles Day (Cow Festival). The Lord of Animals is a very powerful and mysterious God. He appears as the "cattle god", the god of wealth, happiness, agriculture and animal husbandry. In ancient times, the holiday fell on the month of Luten. At this time, nature is still in an icy sleep, but the cruel winter is coming to an end. And only Veles remains with people during this difficult period, not allowing playful spirits to play tricks on people and animals. And Marena, the goddess of winter, is angry with him, trying to spread a fever to people and livestock. Nature is in an icy slumber, and only the god of Wisdom goes around towns and villages so that people do not get upset. This day is the turning point of the winter period, when people feel the inevitable approach of spring. You can often hear the expression that Veles himself “broke the horns” of the cold season. On this day, the Lord of every life protects livestock, drives away diseases, and gives strength to live in cold weather. People begin to prepare for the holiday the day before. They pour the milk into special jugs, spread out carpets or animal skins, on which they place dried cow horns. At night, the Magi go to the altar to find out the will of the Wise God. The dreams that come this night are prophetic. This day is considered good for treating diseases, for making various amulets (amulets) that symbolize the Power of Life and creative power. For the holiday, they prepare ritual food: porridge with a lot of butter and drink honey. Eating beef on the holiday is strictly prohibited, because God himself was born at the dawn of the world from a heavenly cow. The food is blessed at the altar and then placed on the table for a communal feast. In ancient times, after the procession, a ritual battle between Veles and Maren took place. Amid general rejoicing, the God of Animals (dressed in the skin of a bull with a spear) “broke his horn” about Madder. And then the games began and people went to feast. At night, women, the guardians of the hearth, performed the ritual of plowing. They made a furrow with a wooden plow around the village to protect it. The oldest woman walked from door to door, informing about the ritual, asking people not to leave their houses or look out the window in order to avoid great trouble. The women washed and dried their hands and let their hair down. The men remained in their homes, looking at the fire, which symbolized the hearth and honest living. After the sacrifice was made for Veles, a large cup of mead was passed from one person to another. Another important moment of the holiday is the fight of Veles with the sacred Bear. Unlike the warlike competitions held on Perun Day, the fights on Veles Day are good-natured. Mother Earth advises people not to kill each other, but to work honestly. The night after the Great Veles Day is good for conceiving children who will be strong in spirit and body. Before going to bed, women comb their husbands' hair with special combs to protect them from various diseases and fill them with the strength and wisdom of Veles. At the end of the holiday, the Magi went deep into the forest, beat ritual tambourines and sang praise to the Wise God.

Forgetting about decency once a year, fooling around and showing a little madness in the best sense of the word is not such a bad idea. Recklessness and unbridled behavior help you let off steam, forget about routine and become more resistant to the stresses that modern life is full of. On February 24, everyone who is ready for childishness, fooling around and extravagance celebrates the funny Feast of the Roof. On this day, you can and should show your imagination, organize pranks, send SMS or postcards to your friends with funny and absurd congratulations. “The roof moves slowly, quietly rustling like slate,” is a familiar phrase from a children’s poem, which is often used to describe a strange state of mind. Deliberately inappropriate behavior on February 24 with signs of slight clouding of reason are clear signs that a person has decided to celebrate an unusual holiday. On this day, phrases claiming to have deep philosophical implications are popular, for example: “The stars are better visible through the slid down roof.” Such sayings give a more serious status to a funny celebration that is celebrated in many countries around the world. The expression “the roof has gone crazy” in Russia means a violation of the ability to think sensibly and even a slight insanity of the mind. However, people who are not devoid of sarcasm and self-criticism reassure those who are suspected of such deviations. “Each roof has its own driving style, it all depends on the cockroach behind the wheel,” such phrases are often found on postcards that circulate on the Internet in honor of February 24th. Humor saves you in any life situation. And funny, albeit unofficial, holidays paint our gray everyday life with bright colors. Someone jokes: “Life is movement,” said my roof and moved on." Other people take the celebration more seriously. "Whatever the meaning of the holiday of the fallen roof, today is the time to remind homeowners about preserving the roofs on residential and outbuildings. Saving on snow removal is proof that the stingy pays twice. Restoring the roof will not be cheap, and snow that has moved away on its own can injure passers-by,” one of the provincial magazines sternly warns readers. In honor of the holiday, they listen to or sing comic songs, for example “Love and the Roof” by A. Rosenbaum. In it, the author ironically plays on the famous phrase: In honor of February 24, people give themselves freedom, commit small stupidities and large, but harmless extravagances. Fun, jokes, laughter and pranks somehow make this funny celebration similar to April Fools' Day. But any holiday, no matter how sad it may be, ends sooner or later. Therefore, on the morning of February 25, one of those who celebrated it will note with sadness: “When the roof returns, you stop seeing the stars...”

There are many holidays in the world that make you smile and do ridiculous things. One of them is the cute and touching Stripes and Specks Day, which is celebrated on February 24th. In honor of the funny celebration, someone puts on clothes that resemble the coloring of giraffes, tigers and leopards. And some go with their children to the zoo to admire zebras and representatives of the cat family. The history of the holiday is unknown. As are the traditions of celebrating it. In some ways, Stripes and Specks Day is reminiscent of the unusual holidays of the Americans Thomas and Ruth Roy, included in the national Chase Calendar of Events. A couple from the United States, thanks to their indefatigable imagination, came up with a lot of “special days” in honor of grumpy work colleagues, stupid text messages, quirky country music, babies with dimples and New Year for cats. And if on the Day of Walking with Houseplants, on the initiative of T. Roy, it is customary to take a street promenade with flowers in pots, then why not dress up in clothes painted to resemble the skins of wild animals on the Day of Stripes and Specks? In honor of the funny holiday on February 24, parents read poems to children about zebras, leopards, wild boars, giraffes and tigers. Adults tell kids about what this unusual coloring of wild animals means and why they need it. Scientists have found that zebras' black-and-white stripes protect them from horsefly bites. And this coloring does not allow the eyes (visual analyzer) of the predator to see the whole animal, but divides it into parts, thereby preserving life. The spotted pattern on a giraffe's skin is unique and unique, just like human fingerprints. On February 24, face painting is popular in children's clubs for applying stripes on the face in the form of Indian war paint. By the way, before the battle, representatives of North American tribes painted not only themselves, but also their horses. It was believed that applying symbols to the skin would protect the animal and endow it with magical powers. Those who have been deprived by nature and have not been given a scattering of freckles, draw small dots on their faces on February 24, called sun kisses. In honor of the holiday, you can go to the hippodrome or equestrian club and ride horses. But not on ordinary ones, but on spotted ones. Piebald coloring is characteristic of the Spanish Pinto breed, Oryol trotters and the American Penthorse. In the famous song by V. Saltykov about horses in apples, light gray horses with white spots scattered across the skin, reminiscent of the famous fruit, are mentioned. This color is not given to horses from birth, but appears as they grow older. The pattern of markings on the sides of bay and black horses is somewhat similar to the hanging fruits of apple trees, arranged in a certain sequence. Celebrating Stripes and Specks Day on February 24 leaves plenty of room for imagination. Anyone who wants to celebrate it will find the opportunity to do so in a fun and interesting way, involving family members and friends, young and old, in the process.

The art of swallowing swords and swords was mastered by the ancient Indians, Chinese and Japanese. In Europe, the popularity of this spectacle reached its peak in the Middle Ages, becoming an integral part of the repertoire of traveling illusionists and street booths. In the USA, the fashion for such performances came at the end of the 19th century. - the stunts aroused constant delight among visitors to the World's Fair in Chicago. Today, performers demonstrate the skill of swallowing sharp objects in the circus. Yogis show off their talents by walking on nails on the streets of Indian cities. In 2008, the SSAI association, which unites people who master the basics of the dangerous art, established World Sword Swallowers Day. By tradition, it is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of February. World Sword Swallowers Day, initiated by the International Sword Swallowers Association, is celebrated by more than 100 professionals. One of them, Red Stewart, is the author of the world record. He swallowed 34 swords at once at the Philadelphia Tattoo Fan Convention in April 2008. Before this, in 2003, Stewart’s colleague, a certain Matty “Blade” Henshaw, announced another record. In 365 days, he swallowed a total of 3,782 swords. In professional jargon, masters call themselves blade glommers, which translates as “blade robbers.” The practice does require great skill and precision due to the risk of death. Swallows achieve automatic relaxation of the upper part of the digestive tract. The sword or sword is inserted into the throat and reaches the stomach thanks to the ability of the performers to suppress the gag reflex. Some stunt performers resort to precautions: before demonstrating a spectacular performance, they swallow special guide tubes made of thin metal. This allows you to protect the gastrointestinal tract from injury. The skill of sword swallowers made a significant contribution to the development of endoscopy. Tools and devices for diagnosing the gastrointestinal tract were tested on professionals skilled in this art, known since Antiquity. Indeed, besides India, sword swallowing was also popular in Ancient Rome: the writer and poet Apuleius mentions it in his treatise “Metamorphoses”. In the Middle Ages, the Inquisition persecuted craftsmen because of their suspicions of connection with dark forces. In Scandinavia, the practice was also banned in 1893 due to the deaths of many stunt performers. Today, training in the ancient art, officially recognized, is offered at the Coney Island School in Brooklyn, which has a class for training sword swallowers. Indian yogis and circus performers pass on their talents to receivers in various parts of the world. All of them, together with fans of this dangerous but spectacular technique, annually celebrate World Sword Swallowers Day at the end of February.

In mid-February, when Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world, the Chinese prepare for the national holiday, which since ancient times falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month. This day is often called Yuanxiao, after the name of the dish that decorates the festive table. It concludes the fourteen-day New Year celebration according to the local calendar. This event, like all others, has its own history. According to one legend, the holiday has Buddhist origins. In Han times, when Buddhism had just begun to spread across China, monks had a tradition of lighting lanterns on the 15th day and performing meditations in front of ancient relics. According to another legend, on this day the throne was headed by Emperor Wendi, who ordered to decorate his palace with red lanterns. This is where the custom of admiring the burning light began. According to tradition, on the day of celebration, the souls of deceased relatives, who descended to earth to celebrate the old year with their loved ones, return to heaven, and lanterns are needed to illuminate the road. First, they are lit at home, the lanterns are checked, and then large and smaller, round and square, in the shape of animals, birds and trees, they migrate to the city center, where it becomes light, as if in daytime. As a rule, lanterns are made of thin cardboard, onto which images of animals, people and nature are applied. In addition, there are so-called “Zoumaden”. The method of their production dates back over 1000 years. In the body of the lantern there is a candle that drives a gear wheel to which the figures are attached, as a result of which moving shadows are formed on the walls. In 104 BC, the holiday received state status. The emperor issued a decree according to which people had to hang lanterns everywhere and admire their light. Since 713, “mountains of lanterns” began to be held in Chang’an (today Xi’an), including up to 50 or more thousand copies. The celebration itself lasts for several days. The 13th day of the first month according to the lunar calendar is called “Exhibition”. At this time, stores selling lanterns install all kinds of models so that any buyer can choose an option to suit his taste. The next day is a test when the lanterns begin to light. The climax falls on the 15th day, evening and night hours. On this day, many lanterns light up everywhere; custom obliges you to enjoy their beauty. Thematic exhibitions are organized on the streets. In recent years, a tradition has emerged of making lanterns in the form of famous architectural structures. In addition, on this day there are fireworks, dancing, swing rides, etc. Yange (lion) dance is no less popular. In the south of the country it is usually performed by two people, in the northern regions - up to 10 or more. An obligatory component of the performance is music, support and participation of the audience. It is also customary to eat “yuan xiao” on the holiday. This tradition has been known since the times (960-1279). They are prepared from rice flour with various, usually sweet berry fillings, and then fried in oil. Chocolate, dates and even beans. Each province has its own recipe for making flatbreads. Previously, yuanxiao was prepared in every family, today, as a rule, they are bought in stores. There is a legend that if you eat yuanxiao on a holiday, the family will experience happiness and good luck throughout the whole year. The 18th is the day when the lanterns are removed. The holiday ends, but the memories of it remain for the next 12 months.

On February 24, 1918, the Salvation Committee proclaimed the sovereignty of Estonia as a separate state. Now Estonia's Independence Day is celebrated annually. After the First World War and the bloody confrontation in the name of freedom in the period 1918-1920, a declaration was adopted in Tallinn recognizing the independence of Estonia as a state. In 1940, the country became part of the USSR. The movement to restore the sovereignty of the republic stopped again for a long time and continued only in the 80s, but people still celebrated the significant date. In 1988, a declaration of Estonian sovereignty was issued, meaning that the laws of the state would now take precedence over the legislation of the USSR. The Soviet Union itself recognized the country's independence only in 1991. In 1994, the country was recognized for the first time as an independent state at the diplomatic level; The Icelandic government was a pioneer in this matter. In addition to the generally recognized date of February 24, in connection with historical events associated with the long struggle for independence, residents of the state often celebrate other significant days: - November 28 (the emergence of a government body in the Estonian province in 1918); - February 23 (date of promulgation of the manifesto , which became a prerequisite for the recognition of autonomy); - June 23 (in 1919, during the War of Liberation, during the Battle of Võnnu, the Estonian army defeated a division of German troops); - February 2 (signing of the Tartu Peace Treaty with the Soviet regime in 1920, which recognized the sovereignty of Estonia); - May 8 (the adoption of the first six paragraphs of the Constitution during the collapse of the Soviet Union and the adoption of three state colors: black, blue and white); - August 20 (a rally of the Popular Front and the adoption by the Supreme Council of the agreed decision “On Independence” in 1991). Despite the presence of a large number of dates associated with the struggle for freedom, at the official level Estonians celebrate only February 24th. For Estonian citizens, this day is a symbol of hope and a reminder that the independence of their state was achieved at a very high price.

February 24 is a day dedicated to honoring one of the most beloved national symbols of Mexicans - their flag. The beginning of the celebration tradition is considered to be 1935, when an employee of the Bank of Mexico held a guard in honor of the flag. And already in 1940, February 24 was officially declared a national flag holiday. Now every year Mexicans solemnly celebrate this day, remembering the heroes who gave freedom to Mexico. The history of the Mexican flag begins in 1821, and its typical colors appeared at that moment. Initially, the three colors were placed in diagonal stripes, but over time the banner took on the appearance we are familiar with. At the turn of history, the flag was changed eight times. These changes mainly concerned the appearance of the eagle. Now he depicts an eagle on a prickly pear eating a rattlesnake as a symbol of Tenochtitlan, the former capital of the Aztecs. The meaning of colors has changed over time. The current flag was officially adopted in 1968, but the general design remains from 1821, when the First National Flag was created. Green represents independence and hope. According to the creators, the green vertical stripe on the left represents the movement of independence and separation from Spain. Later it became a symbol of hope. The color white represents Catholicism and unity. The vertical white stripe conveyed the purity of the Mexican faith. This meaning then changed to represent unity. The color red represents the blood shed by the independence revolutionaries. February 24 is a day off in Mexico, which is celebrated very solemnly. These are mainly mass games and concerts. During the day, you can also take part in the official celebration, which takes place at the National Palace of Mexico, where the national government meets. A civilian military parade is held in the capital, accompanied by the president. Schools and universities traditionally stage plays with events that occurred during the proclamation of Mexican independence. Fun fact: In July 2008, the Mexican flag was chosen as the most beautiful flag in the world.

US Holidays - World Bartender Day

Vlasiev Day is celebrated among the people on February 24 (the old style date is February 11). The name of the holiday is taken from the Orthodox calendar - the date of honoring the memory of the martyr Blasius of Sebaste, who served as a bishop in the 3rd-4th centuries in the territory of what is now Turkey. Vlasiy led a righteous Christian life and helped people believe in the Lord. He had the gift of healing sick wild animals through prayer, and they repaid him with obedience. Also, Blasius defended hiding Christians from pagan persecutors. For his faith in Christ, the saint was given over to be tortured, and then his head was cut off. Before the adoption of Christianity, on this day the Slavs celebrated the holiday of the god Veles, the protector of cattle. Hence the date is also called the Cow Festival. Residents took great care of their livestock. Women baked bread from rye, lit it in the church and fed it to livestock. They also brought cows to the temple, asked the priest to sprinkle the animal with holy water, and prayed to Saint Blaise for a successful birth of cows and the absence of deaths. The owners also carried out protection in the barns: they brought icons into them, read prayers and sprinkled blessed water in the corners. Such rituals were performed to ward off evil spirits. If there was a mass death of cattle in the village, the women of the entire village gathered together at night and carried out a ritual of expelling cow death. They harnessed themselves to the plow and plowed a furrow around the village, knocking on frying pans, making noise and reading incantations. On Vlasiev day, bazaars opened where people went to sell and buy livestock. It was forbidden to work and slaughter cows, since they were considered the breadwinners of the family. But it was allowed to slaughter wild boars, pigs and young bulls, from which they prepared meat dishes and put them on the table. This was explained by the fact that human food supplies were coming to an end, and there was also nothing to feed the extra livestock. The Great Easter Lent was still approaching, during which it was forbidden to eat meat. The Vlasievo frosts were considered the final frosts of the winter; prolonged cold spells rarely occurred. If you noticed an abundance of snow on Vlasiev Day, you prepared for a warm May. Warmer temperatures during the day meant that the extreme cold had already subsided.

Magha Puja is one of the most important Buddhist holidays, falling on the full moon of the third month of the lunar calendar. This is a moving holiday that Buddhists usually celebrate in late February or early March. On this day, believers gather in numerous temples for colorful processions with flowers, incense and candles. The celebration preserves the memory of 1,250 Buddhist monks from all over the world who decided to gather at the same time to listen to the wise instructions and words of their teacher. 45 years later on the same day, Buddha delivered one of his last sermons and announced that soon (exactly three months later) he would leave earthly life and go to the state of nirvana (Vishakha Puja holiday). Makha Bucha is a national holiday, so this day is a day off from work in Thailand. The festivities begin in the morning and culminate in the evening after sunset. Followers of Buddhism gather in temples for sermons and solemn processions with candles, called wian tian. The processions can be compared to magical acts, when thousands of people pray in the street by candlelight. You don't have to be a Buddhist to take part in the celebration. In Bangkok, Sanam Luang Square is traditionally the central place of celebration. During the procession you can see tourists in the crowd. The celebration of Makha Bucha is accompanied by a call not to drink alcoholic beverages. That is why tourists who love Thai nightlife may be surprised by the limited activity of bars and entertainment venues for a few hours. Some pubs serve alcohol in coffee or tea cups to get around the rules. Despite its deep religious significance, Makha Bucha is, first and foremost, a family holiday. Before going to the temple, local residents gather with their families, passing on the tradition to new generations. Makha Bucha is one of the four Buddhist holidays recognized as national by the Thai government, along with Visakha Puja, Asalkha Puja and Khao Phansa.

Night of Baraat for Muslims (Shab e-Barat)

Orthodox holidays on February 24:

February 24 is the Day of Remembrance of St. Demetrius of Prilutsky. The saint was born in the Yaroslavl region in the city of Pereslavl-Zalessky into a wealthy merchant family of the Pokropaevs. Since childhood, he avoided noisy outdoor games with peers, loved to read books, lives of saints, and Holy Scripture. The future wonderworker especially revered John Chrysostom and imitated him in everything. According to eyewitnesses, Dimitri was distinguished by his extraordinary beauty, was meek, courteous, and humble. At a young age, he left his family for one of the Yaroslavl monasteries and took monastic vows. Soon he founded the cenobitic St. Nicholas Monastery in Pereslavl and became its abbot. Construction began with a small temple in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker in 1348. The year 1354 became fateful for Demetrius. The monk met Sergius of Radonezh. The Monk Sergius often talked with Demetrius about monastic life, the arrangement of the monastery, and the salvation of the souls of monks. Ordinary people and brethren loved the holy ascetic for his devotion to the faith of Christ, kindness, humility, and tireless prayer. He became a true mentor and spiritual father for them. Many lay people and monks gathered in the St. Nicholas Monastery - they all strictly followed the strict Rules of communal life approved by the Monk Demetrius. Fame among people oppressed the holy ascetic. His soul yearned for prayerful solitude. With the blessing of Sergius of Radonezh, Dimitri Prilutsky, together with his disciple Pachomius, went north to Vologda. In 1371, near the village of Vypryagovo, the Spassky Church was erected and a monastery was founded. Local residents willingly helped the monk in arranging the monastery. Subsequently, the settlement received the name Priluki (from the word “bend”), and the monastery - Prilutsky, which is due to the characteristics of the area. The holy ascetics Pachomius and Demetrius chose a secluded area for the construction of the monastery, where the river makes a bend, a bend. The saint was revered and respected by the Moscow prince Dmitry Donskoy. The prince learned about the strict monastic life and zealous service to God of the great wonderworker back in Pereslavl. He chose the monk as godfather for his son, and throughout his life he helped financially the monasteries that his beloved elder founded. Thanks to the generous help of the Moscow prince and local residents, the Prilutsk monastery quickly grew, and the well-being of the monastery improved. A major road to the north ran through the monastery. Many wanderers, beggars, and homeless people flocked to the monastery. The monk tried to help everyone according to their needs: he gave shelter, food, looked after the sick, and saved those who were in debt dependence on lenders. There is evidence that Dmitry Prilutsky defended the innocently convicted. He left the monastery and went to the city to help restore the truth and honest name of the slandered and oppressed. For 20 years the saint was hegumen of the monastery; before his death (February 11, 1392), he appointed Pachomius, a disciple with whom he came to the Vologda lands, as successor. Demetrius ended his earthly life at a very old age, having lived about a hundred years. The veneration of the saint began during his lifetime. God rewarded the saint with the gift of clairvoyance. During the days of the ruin of his brother, who inherited all his father's property, Dimitri prophetically predicted for him a trade route to Ugra and Pechera. As a result, the two campaigns were successful and brought enough profit for the brother to pay off his debts and lead a comfortable life. The third campaign was not blessed by the elder; he dissuaded his brother from continuing the trade. The brother, overwhelmed by the thirst for profit, did not listen to the saint, took a campaign and was killed by the pagans. After his death, Demetrius Prilutsky was canonized. Since 1409, a series of miraculous healings and salvation of those suffering at the tomb of the saint began.

Memorial Day of the Holy Blessed Prince Vsevolod, in Holy Baptism of Gabriel, Pskov

Memorial Day of the Hieromartyr Blaise of Sebaste