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On November 8, the feast of Saints Michael and Gabriel is celebrated, marking a significant occasion in Romanian culture. This day honors the archangels as protectors and involves various traditions, including lighting candles and remembering the deceased. The feast originally focused on Archangel Michael, later expanding to include all celestial powers. Michael symbolizes justice and truth, often depicted with a sword, while Gabriel represents joy and blessings, commonly shown with a white lily. Many Romanians celebrate their name day on this occasion, with approximately 1.47 million individuals bearing related names. Superstitions suggest avoiding heavy work and disputes on this day to prevent misfortune. The archangels are also recognized as spiritual guardians of the Romanian Gendarmerie.