Why you shouldn’t cry on May 13 and what you need to discard today: signs and prohibitions on Makariy and Lukerya

May 13 is the day of the venerable martyr Macarius, Archimandrite of Kaniv and Ovrutsky. According to the folk calendar, this is the day of Lukerya the Mosquito, dedicated to the martyr Glykeria.

This day got its name because of the many signs associated with mosquitoes.

People paid attention to the fact that the saint was venerated during this period, and the sowing campaign also began: the Slavs planted the first buckwheat, which was called “mayovka.” Although its harvest was often not rich, it was still an essential source for bees and birds.

According to legend, midges and mosquitoes appear with the arrival of a warm wind in the spring. It was believed that one could only sow rye after their appearance.

Lukerya, the Mosquito Day, was observed according to certain special traditions. The Slavs, in particular, performed rituals to strengthen dental health, pronouncing rites.

Let’s note the key signs for this day:

– Negative weather on May 13 foreshadowed a cold autumn.

– A large mosquito predicted a good harvest.

– The number of mosquitoes indicated rains and the cultivation of oats.

Today’s traditions advise putting things in order in homes and clearing the space of unnecessary things. Our ancestors also collected medicinal herbs on this day.

As for what not to do on May 13, this is a day when it is not recommended to swear or show negative emotions. It is also inappropriate to borrow things, as this can take away well-being.

It is essential to remain calm and avoid conflicts so as not to bring trouble upon yourself.