Sărbătoare importantă în calendarul ortodox pe 17 septembrie: Ce nume sunt celebrate și cui îi spunem „La mulți ani”

On September 17, the Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Martyr Sophia and her daughters, Pistis, Elpis, and Agapis, who symbolize faith, hope, and love. Their martyrdom reflects the courage to uphold religious beliefs despite suffering. Saint Sophia, a widow from 2nd century Italy, raised her daughters in Christian faith, naming them after theological virtues. They were tortured and executed for refusing to renounce their faith, while Sophia endured the pain of witnessing their suffering. The day is marked by prayer, lighting candles, and honoring the bond between mother and daughters. The name Sofia means 'wisdom' in Greek, embodying values of understanding and strength. The church honors them with a liturgical hymn that celebrates their steadfastness in faith.