Folk superstitions for September 11, 2026: What You Should Avoid Doing on This Day
On Friday, September 11, Eastern Rite Christians following the New Julian Church Calendar honor Saint Theodora of Alexandria.
Saint Theodora was a 4th-century Christian martyr who lived in Alexandria, Egypt. She is known for her strong faith, devotion to God, and courage during persecutions for her Christian beliefs.
According to legend, she tamed wild beasts, healed the sick, and even restored water to a well during a severe drought. Orthodox Christians and Greek Catholics honor Saint Theodora as a model of spiritual fortitude, purity, and devotion to the faith.
In folk tradition, this day was associated with the completion of autumn fieldwork, the gathering of the final harvest, and the beginning of Indian summer. Since the day was considered the beginning of true autumn, our ancestors spent September 11 preparing food supplies for the winter, baking bread from the new grain, and sharing it with the poor.
What Not to Do on September 11
Argue or quarrel—any conflicts, foul language, envy, and gossip are strictly forbidden.
Starting new projects—it was believed that they would not bring good luck.
Picking up objects from the ground—a superstition holds that an object picked up from the road can bring misfortune.
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