If you look at the church calendar, then almost every day fall out the name day, that is, the days of the memory of the saints. They are called the main helpers of believers, because they help out in different situations. On January 25, the day of the Great Martyr Tatiana falls, which is called the patroness of students.
Life of the holy martyr Tatiana
A student assistant was born in Rome. Since her early childhood she was accustomed to faith and service to God. By the permission of the emperor, believing Christians created a community, which included Tatyana. The girl, helping all needy, without refusing any request. The story of Saint Tatiana's life changed when the city council issued a decree that all residents should be pagans. The girl was forcibly brought to a pagan temple and forced to bow to their god, but she refused and immediately after that, for no apparent reason, the statue of Apollo fell and crashed.
For what happened, Saint Tatiana was punished, and she was heavily beaten. During this she did not cry, but she prayed not for herself, but for punishers, asking God to forgive them. At one point the pagans saw how the angels surrounded the girl and at that moment they believed in Jesus. Having said this to the council, they were executed, and Tatyana herself was tortured for several days, and on January 12, 226, she was executed.
What helps the Holy Great Martyr Tatiana?
Since the XVIII century in Russia, the saint is considered the main patroness of the students and all people who want to get an education. Some educational institutions hold prayers with an akathist about the saint. Who is the holy Great Martyr Tatiana, about which she is praying and how to do it correctly, many students know, as they turn to her for help when entering the university, before passing the exams and other responsible events. The saint will give self-confidence and draw luck, which is very important for students.
St. Tatiana during life helped all people, solving various problems, so even after her death, you can address it in any situation. On the assistance of the martyr can be expected in the presence of health problems or when you need to make a difficult choice. She will extend a helping hand to people who have lost faith in themselves and they have no more strength to fight life's circumstances.
What helps the icon of Saint Tatiana?
There are several different images of the martyr, but there are several basic details that are always present: martyr clothes scarlet and a white headscarf that symbolizes virginity. In her right hand Tatiana holds a cross or a green branch more often.
- The icon of the holy martyr Tatiana will be an excellent gift for students and students. It is important to consecrate it.
- All girls named Tatyana must have a holy image in their house, which will be the main patroness and protector.
- Prayers before the image of the saint will not only help students, but also when solving various problems.
St. Tatyana's Great Martyr Day
At first the feast was celebrated only in the church of St. Tatiana, and the general celebration was in the XIX century. On January 25, a traditional moleben was held, and then the rector of Moscow University (Tatyana is considered to be the patroness of this educational institution) addressed her with speech, and she was obliged to have a festive dinner. Since St. Tatyana is the patroness of students, they spent their evenings on Trubnaya Square in the evening. The majority gathered in the restaurant "Hermitage". The students drank heavily and behaved cheekily, but all this was forgiven to them. After the revolution, St. Tatiana's day was canceled, because he was recognized as violent. Modern students celebrate this holiday, but more restrained.
Prayer to Saint Tatiana
In order for ascended petitions to be heard, it is necessary to take into account a number of simple rules:
- St. Tatiana's prayer for health and help in various situations should be read before the image of the saint, which can be purchased at the church shop.
- Before the image it is necessary to light the church candle . It is recommended to look at the flame for a while and imagine the desired, for example, a successfully passed session.
- The text should be repeated without stumbling blocks and errors, so it is important to preview it first.
- That the holy martyr Tatiana helped, it is necessary to read the prayer three times and be sure to thank her for the support.