Sf. Ioachim și Ana, sărbătoare cu cruce neagră în calendarul ortodox pe 9 septembrie. Cine au fost părinții Fecioarei Maria

On September 9, the Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Joachim and Anna, the parents of the Virgin Mary. Their feast follows the Nativity of the Virgin Mary celebrated on September 8. Joachim and Anna are recognized for their piety and patience, having endured years of childlessness before being blessed with Mary. This day highlights their significance as the grandparents of Jesus Christ. Although important, this feast is not a royal holiday and is marked with a black cross in the calendar. People named Joachim and Anna celebrate their name day on this date, along with variations like Achim. Additionally, Saint Anna is also commemorated on July 25 and December 9 for other significant events.