Creștinii sărbătoresc Sfânta Marie Mică, ziua Nașterii Maicii Domnului, marcată de tradiții și rugăciuni • Newsweek România

Christians celebrate the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, known as Saint Mary the Lesser, marking the beginning of grape harvesting and a time for prayers for children and marriage. This day signifies the transition from summer to autumn and initiates various agricultural activities. According to popular tradition, household chores are avoided to prevent attracting evil. Women seeking children and pregnant women are believed to have their prayers answered, while those wishing to marry pray for a suitable partner. Candles are lit before the Virgin Mary's icon, and autumn fruits are shared in memory of the deceased. The Nativity of the Virgin Mary is one of four major Christian feasts dedicated to her.