10 березня: яке сьогодні свято, прикмети та заборони дня

10 March is a special day for Ukraine, as it is when the memory of Taras Shevchenko is honoured. It was on 10 March 1861 that the outstanding poet, artist and thinker, considered the spiritual symbol of the Ukrainian people, died.

In honour of this date, literary evenings, exhibitions, themed events and poetry reading competitions are held in Ukraine. Ukrainians remember Shevchenko's work and his role in shaping national consciousness.

Taras Shevchenko is one of the founders of modern Ukrainian literature. His collection Kobzar became a landmark work that established the Ukrainian language in literature and significantly influenced the development of culture.

Another important event is the Day of the National Anthem of Ukraine. It was on 10 March 1865 in Przemyśl, Poland, that the song "Ukraine has not yet died, nor has its glory and freedom" was performed publicly for the first time. The lyrics were written by the poet Pavlo Chubynsky, and the music was composed by the composer and priest Mykhailo Verbytsky.

After Ukraine declared independence in 1991, the composition was approved as the national anthem. The final version of the first verse and chorus was adopted by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine in 2003.

What church holiday is today

According to the new church calendar, on 10 March, believers commemorate the holy martyr Vasylisa of Corinth, as well as the teacher of God's word Kodrat and his disciples — Dionysius, Cyprian, Paul and other martyrs.

According to the old style, this day honours Saint Tarasius, Patriarch of Constantinople.

Knowing which church holiday falls on this date determines the theme of the prayers. People turn to Saint Vasilisa with requests for healing from illnesses, especially serious and chronic ones, and also pray for protection of their homes from natural disasters.

What holiday is celebrated in the world today

10 March is International Women Judges Day. It was established to draw attention to the role of women in the judicial system and to support equal opportunities in the field of justice.

In addition, a number of unofficial international events are celebrated on this day:

• Mario Day

• Bagpipe Day

• Wig Day

• Amazing Day

What holiday is celebrated today

In the folk calendar, 10 March is associated with weather signs. People used them to predict the future weather and harvest.

The most common signs of the day are:

• blackbirds have started singing — frosts are finally over;

• crows have started building nests — a thaw is expected;

• if the clouds are moving against the wind, the night will be cold;

• a cold wind may indicate a poor harvest.

According to ancient beliefs, this day is considered very favourable for fishing, as it is believed that fish rise closer to the surface of the water.

People also advised tidying up the house, sprinkling holy water on the dwelling and watering the garden with it.

What not to do on 10 March

There are several prohibitions on this day in folk tradition.

In particular, it is considered undesirable to:

• consume alcohol, even in small quantities;

• speaking ill of deceased relatives;

• refusing to help people who ask for alms.