Today marks the day of St. Mina – the protector of women, warriors and the homeless
11/11/13
Sofia. On November 11, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Martyr Mina – a warrior, who is the protector of the family, the orphans and the homeless. St. Mina is also guardian of travelers on a long journey, warriors and healers.
St. Mina is one of the main saints of Orthodox women, who today pray in front of his icon for joy, prosperity and the health of their children.
Only one monastery in Bulgaria is named after this saint. It is located in the outskirts of Sofia and hosts a miraculous icon which attracts thousands on November 11.
In traditional Bulgarian folk belief, November 11 marks the middle of the so-called “wolf holidays”: the time between Michaelmas to Christmas when the wolves rage as this period entails the longest nights in the year. For protection, Bulgarians traditionally started to complete all repairs, such as that of fences and to clog all slots in which evil forces could sneak in.
Today is the name day of all Victors, Victorias, Minas, Minkas and Minchos in Bulgaria.
In 2010 the Council of Ministers decided to name November 11 the day of the guards and that of private security staff .
