SAMUEL, Prophet

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SAMUEL, Prophet

8/20/2023 8:00:00 AM

The day of Prophet Samuel - Name day of everyone named Samuil.

Samuel was born to Hannah after a lifetime of barrenness and tears in prayer. He was dedicated to the Lord and trained by the chief priest. He is considered the last of the Judges and anointed Israel's first two kings, Saul and David. Samuel organized and led a school for the Prophets. His banner reads: "Yes Lord, your servant is listening." This refers to his call from God to be a Prophet to Israel.

Orthodox Christianity celebrates the day of ST. MARINA on July 17

7/17/2023 9:00:00 AM

It is the name day of everyone named Marin, Marina

Dog Days

7/15/2023 9:00:00 AM

The Orthodox Church commemorates on July 15, 16, and 17 the Saint Martyrs Kirik and Julita, Atinogen and Marina.

ST. PROCOPIUS, the Bee-Keeper

7/8/2023 9:00:00 AM

Name day of everyone named Prokopi.

July 7, 1550: Europeans Discover Chocolate

7/7/2023 8:00:00 AM

1550: Chocolate is introduced in Europe, and the Mexican drink creates a passion that endures after nearly half a millennium.

International Kissing Day

7/6/2023 11:00:00 AM

Today is International Kissing Day or World Kiss Day. As the author of The Science of Kissing, what better way to celebrate than to share some fascinating facts about kissing: