Adormirea Maicii Domnului 2026. Tradiții, semnificații și superstiții de Sf. Maria Mare: Cine își sărbătorește onomastica sâmbătă

The Dormition of the Mother of God is celebrated on August 15, marking her transition to eternal life. This significant Orthodox feast is preceded by a two-week fast. The event symbolizes not just her death but her ascension to heaven, as explained by Patriarch Daniel. Traditions include attending church services and offering fruits for the souls of the departed. There are differing views on whether to wish 'Happy Name Day' to those named Maria on this day, with some preferring to do so on September 8, the Nativity of the Mother of God. The two feasts, Dormition and Nativity, are distinct yet both honor the Virgin Mary.