Name day, or angel's day, is the day when saints are honored, after whom a person was named at baptism. It also happens that there are no saintly people with a similar name, but every day certain personalities are worshiped in Orthodoxy, so you can also remember them on your birthday.
On October 5, Andrei, Alexander, Peter, Makar, Fedor celebrate the birthday. However, it is believed that on this day Peter-mytar provides special protection. The bearers of this name received great patience and humility from the saint. Therefore, celebrating your angel day, it is especially favorable to honor the memory of St. Peter.
The legend of St. Peter
Peter was a bonded man. He did not differ in kindness and an open heart; rather, on the contrary, he was reserved and cruel. Only once in his life did he help a person by offering him a piece of bread, and that was not out of his generosity and not out of pity, but simply so that he would not interfere and not get under his feet. Once Peter had a dream that he was in purgatory and saw the scales there. One cup was completely filled with evil deeds, and in the second there was only a piece of bread thrown to the poor. But it is surprising that this piece was enough so that Peter would not go to the darkest corners of hell.
Waking up, he correctly interpreted his dream. He came to Christ, repented, and swore to God that from now on he would only do good deeds. He kept his word. Immediately, Peter sold all his property, and helped the poor with the proceeds. He asked to surrender himself, and give all the money for it to the poor. Peter humbly worked, never let the master down and did not reproach him for anything. Once merchants who knew Peter's past life well passed by. They hastened to inform the owner who actually works for him, but did not have time. Peter left the city, finally healing with his holiness the dumb and blind slave guarding the city gates.
Name Day 5 October: Characteristics of Male Names
Andrei. The direct meaning of the name in translation from the ancient Greek language is courageous or courageous. Andrey quickly finds contact with people and enters into trust. This helps him easily go through life. However, it seems only from the outside. He has to work hard to succeed. And all because Andrey simply does not believe in his strength and in a positive result. These are people with a slightly lower self-esteem. Therefore, they always prefer big companies. In them they hide from themselves.
Alexander. The meaning of the name is the protector. The name is endowed with special power. Already from childhood, little Alexandra show all the qualities of defenders and real men.
They are distinguished by a sharp mind, determination and overly sociable. However, Sasha love to delve into his subconscious. Alexander can realize himself as a director, lawyer, writer, sailor or actor.
Many of the stronger sex can celebrate their name day on October 5th. The male names given above are quite popular among the Russian-speaking population.
Makar. From ancient Greek it is translated as blissful or happy. The name makes its owner mysterious, which is of particular interest to others. Makar from childhood is very independent, responsible and zealous. This is a man of high principles and morality. Makars are sociable, quickly find a common language with people, and are tactful. In love, Makar may not show excessive emotions, but this does not mean at all that he has no feelings. On the contrary, this sensitive person hides the whole storm of emotions in his heart. Makars can realize themselves in sports, military affairs or journalism.
Fedor. This name means - Gift of God. Fedor has a specific character. He is unsociable, secretive and does not like unnecessary conversations. The man is pedantic, loves everything in order. Able to set goals and successfully achieve them, without departing from the intended path. In heart affairs - a reliable companion of life, but if he suspects his chosen one of treason, he will leave her immediately without any explanation. In women, values temperament and devotion.
In some sources, some more names are indicated for which name days fall on October 5th. The male names Kuzma, Nikolai, Isaac, Martin, Jonah and Fok also fall on this day.
Faustina. Name origin
Not only men celebrate their birthday on October 5th. Female patrons of Faustin and Praskovia are also revered on this day.
Faustina ... Literally, the name means happy or lucky. It was on October 5 that all Catholics venerated St. Faustina Kowalska, who left this world on this day in 1938. The saint, it would seem, led an ordinary life in a monastery, but no one even suspected how deep her inner connection with the Lord was. Faustina wrote a diary in which she expressed the full depth of her spiritual practice. In her Diary, the saint tried to convey three main thoughts: to tell the whole world about God's all-pervading love, a prayer for God's mercy for the whole world, especially for sinners, and inspiration for the development of the apostolic movement. The saint was distinguished by great mercy, humility and caring. These qualities were transferred to all owners of this name.
Proskovia. Name character
On October 5, Orthodox Saint Paraskeva Diveevskaya is revered. Translated from Greek, the name means "Friday." The character of the name is light, sincere, agile. Praskovia is characterized by a cheerful disposition, cheerfulness, openness. She has many friends and girlfriends. The girl is quite proud that she can give her negative emotions. Advice to all owners of such a rare name - rely more on fate.
Few women celebrate their birthday on October 5th. Female names are extremely rare. Today there are very few parents who call their girls this way, although the energy in these names is very strong.