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Orthodox Christians celebrate today, September 9, the feast of Saints Joachim and Anna, the parents of the Virgin Mary. This day is marked as a holiday in the Orthodox calendar and is also a day of fasting. Saints Joachim and Anna are recognized as the grandparents of Jesus Christ, and their feast follows the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, celebrated on September 8. They are depicted as devout and wealthy individuals who shared their wealth with the needy and prayed for a child for many years. Eventually, Anna gave birth to Mary, making them significant figures in Orthodox tradition. The day is also dedicated to other saints, and believers participate in services honoring Joachim and Anna, with special liturgies held in various churches. September 9 is particularly associated with the names Joachim and Anna, allowing those who bear these names to celebrate their name day.