Adormirea Maicii Domnului: Tradiții, semnificații și superstiții de Sfânta Maria Mare • Știri Brașov Biz Brasov

The Dormition of the Mother of God, celebrated on August 15, marks her transition to eternal life. It is preceded by a fasting period and is significant in Orthodox tradition. The event symbolizes not just her death but her ascension to heaven, as explained by Patriarch Daniel. Various customs accompany the celebration, including attending church services, offering fruits for the deceased, and collecting flowers for blessings. This day is also associated with seasonal changes, marking the transition from summer to autumn.