Folk signs for September 2: what can and cannot be done

Omens have been given special importance since ancient times. In Russia, they were used to judge the weather, the beginning and end of field work, and even fate. Every day of the national calendar was full of rituals and superstitions. Izvestia tells about folk and church signs on September 2.

Folk signs for September 2, 2025

In Russia, Samoilov Day was celebrated on September 2. The holiday was traditionally considered a men's holiday, so fathers, sons and brothers received special attention. Wives and daughters embroidered a new shirt for the head of the family — they believed that such a product, presented on September 2, would bring good luck to the owner and strengthen his health.

On Samoilov Day, the ancestors paid attention to various signs. According to legend, a meeting with a mother-in-law or mother-in-law on this day promises a family quarrel.

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Other signs for September 2

• rooks are flying south — to the imminent cold snap;
• a lot of mountain ash — autumn will be rainy;
• the leaves of the fern curl downwards — for clear weather;
• lots of acorns — the winter will be warm, and the summer will be fertile.;
• The mice got into the house — for the cold winter;
• A foggy morning leads to a wet autumn and a warm winter.;
• cranes fly high and slowly — autumn will be warm;
• The first yellow leaves appeared on the top of the birch tree in early spring.;
• Fog at sunset leads to rain;
• low clouds lead to bad weather.

What not to do on September 2nd

In Russia, they believed that evil spirits were activated on Samoilov Day. Therefore, on the holiday, they tried not to leave children unattended, so that evil spirits would not frighten them and make them stutter. Also, on September 2, they tried to avoid quarrels — they believed that even a small disagreement could lead to a breakup.

What else can not be done on September 2

• starting new businesses can lead to failure.
• Cutting hair and nails, especially for pregnant women, can shorten your life.;
• Wearing bright clothes can attract the attention of evil spirits.;
• to make new acquaintances — they will turn into deception;
• to woo and get married — family life will not work out;
• Repairing the fence can attract thieves to the house.;
• For men, spending the day alone is a recipe for failure.

Church holiday on September 2

On September 2, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of the Old Testament prophet Samuel, the last judge of Israel. He was the son of Elkanah and Anna. Anna, being infertile, vowed to dedicate her son to the Lord if she did have a child. When the boy was three years old, his mother gave him to Elijah, the high priest and judge of Israel, who raised him in the fear of God.

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At the age of 12, Samuel gained the gift of foresight and received a revelation from God about the imminent death of Eli and his entire family. The prediction came true exactly — a few years later, the Philistines attacked Israel and took the Ark of the Covenant. Two of Elijah's sons were killed in battle, and when he heard the bad news, he fell down the stairs and broke his neck. After his death, Samuel became the high priest and judge. Subsequently, he played a key role in the formation of the Israeli state, anointing the first rulers, Saul and David, to the kingdom.

Prayers for September 2nd

On the memorial day of the prophet Samuel, believers ask the saint for help in a difficult situation, healing from diseases and protection from enemies. On the feast day, you can read the troparion and kontakion to the saint.

Troparion to the Prophet Samuel

"The gift of much honor was given to a barren womb and offered as a sacrifice, for the burnt offering is acceptable, to our Lord, having served Him in reverence and righteousness, we honor you, O prophet of God Samuel, as a prayer book for our souls."

Kontakion to the Prophet Samuel

"Like an honorable gift, given to God before conception, and from a young age, like an angel, you have served Him, O All-blessed One, and you have been vouchsafed the coming of things. In the meantime, we cry out to you: hail, prophet of God Samuel, the great bishop."

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