Omens and folk beliefs for Forgiven Sunday 2025

The seventh day of Maslenitsa, Forgiven Sunday, is also the last day before Lent, an important period in the life of every believer. In addition, the entire Carnival week is dedicated to seeing off winter and welcoming spring. It is not surprising that many popular beliefs and beliefs are associated with the Forgiven Sunday. Izvestia tells you what to look for on the last day of Maslenitsa.

Forgiven Sunday 2025 — who to ask for forgiveness from

On Forgiveness Sunday, according to tradition, everyone should ask for forgiveness from their loved ones, friends, colleagues, acquaintances and all those who, for whatever reason, may be offended or offended. This is the time when people admit their mistakes and negative deeds in order to purify themselves before Lent.

The Forgiven Sunday also serves as a good opportunity to restore broken ties and restore good relations. If you have conflicts or disagreements with someone, this day provides an opportunity to let go of your grievances and forget about them, striving for reconciliation and harmony. This is a time when people support each other in repentance and reconciliation, which has a beneficial effect on relationships and spiritual well-being.

Folk omens for Forgiveness Sunday 2025

Forgiven Sunday is considered a day that predicts future harvests. If the birds fall silent on this day and the clouds cover the sun, then you don't have to wait for rich shoots. But if the birds are singing their trills and the sky is clear, it promises a successful year.

It is also believed that on the last day of Maslenitsa, you can predict the weather for next spring. If the day is sunny and cloudless, then a warm and favorable spring is predicted. And if there is cloudy sky and strong wind, then the coming season will be rainy and cool.

People like to guess on Forgiveness Sunday. Many fortune-telling is related to fire, for example, by watching the flame of a candle or bonfire. Fiery flashes can be considered harbingers of future events. There are other fortune—telling techniques - on salt, on cards, in the shape of baked pancakes.

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