Ascension of the Lord: History of the Holiday, Prayer, Prohibitions, and Greetings.

On May 29, Ukrainians celebrate the Ascension of the Lord, which is always celebrated on the fortieth day after Easter, which always falls on a Thursday.

On this day, people go to church, visit relatives, and pray, thanking for everything, asking for help, health, well-being, and repenting of sins.

History of the Holiday

According to legend, Jesus Christ appeared to his disciples for 40 days after the Resurrection on Easter, and on the 40th day, he ascended to heaven before their eyes. This holiday symbolizes the transition of Jesus from earth to heaven, from the physical to the spiritual world. The next Christian holiday in 2025 is Trinity.

The traditional dishes of this holiday included ritual cookies in the shape of ladders, Easter cakes, and colored eggs. Peasants also walked around their fields with colored eggs, as at Ascension the ears begin to emerge. Folk celebrations are associated with the arrival of summer, spring, rounds, and festivities.

Traditions of Celebrating the Ascension of the Lord

On the Ascension of the Lord, solemn services are held in churches, and people gather together for prayer and honoring the holiday. After the church service, festive lunches are often organized with family or friends.

Main Traditions of Celebrating the Ascension of the Lord:

• Visiting the church for prayer and honoring the event of the Ascension of Jesus Christ.
• Festive lunch with relatives and friends after the church service.
• Decorating churches with flowers and banners to create a festive atmosphere.

Prayer for the Ascension of the Lord

God, Your Son ascended to heaven today before the eyes of the apostles. Make us worthy of His presence with us on earth and to everlasting life with Him in heaven, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen.

What is Prohibited:

• It is not recommended to do housework or gardening.
• It is forbidden to dig, sow, or build.
• You should not sew, knit, embroider, or wash.
• On the holiday of the Ascension of the Lord, it is best to avoid quarrels, sadness, and slander.
• No wedding ceremonies should be held.

Greetings

May the great GodSend you joy in your home,Strong health and a thick crowd of summer,And a rich smiling fate,And a golden Ukrainian song.May happiness fly to you in your homeWith the freshness of dawn on its wings,And the sunny warmth of optimism!

Peace to your home, may faith and love warm and protect the hearts of your loved ones and dear ones. May a star always shine in the sky, lighting the way and guiding to the true path. Wishing you all blessings and prosperity! Happy Ascension of the Lord!

The Ascension of the LordBrings good tidings.May the Lord todayGift everything with joy!May happiness be with you,And God's grace!Then all kinds of misfortunesWill avoid you!

Congratulations on the Ascension! May the Lord guard your family from evil and misfortune and grant you well-being, love, and grace. May your heart be light and calm, and may every day bring joy and positivity.

Happy Ascension of the Lord! May this day fill your heart with joy, unite the hearts of your loved ones, and keep the memory of those who are not with us at this Time. I wish your prayers always reach the heavens, that your soul does not cry or suffer, and that life avoids misfortunes!

Happy Ascension of the LordI congratulate you!May your every day and hourBe the brightest!