What are the signs for today, October 27: what can and cannot be done
Folk omens for October 27
October 27 is the day of Paraskeva Friday, also called Linen. On this day, it was customary to spin and weave flax and linen, as well as to bleach canvases. It was believed that if a woman starts spinning on this day, then she will spin all year round.
On Paraskeva Friday, it was also customary to pray for the well-being of the family and the health of children. It was believed that the saint helps those who ask her for help.
What not to do on October 27
On Paraskeva Friday, it was forbidden to:
- Do hard physical labor.
- Swear and quarrel.
- Gossip and slander.
- Drink alcohol.
- Hunt and fish.
It was also believed that on this day it is нельзя not to borrow money, otherwise you will not be able to return it.
What can be done on October 27
On Paraskeva Friday, it was allowed to:
- Do housework.
- Cook food.
- Pray.
- Help those in need.
It was also believed that on this day it is good to make plans for the future and start new business.
