What do you say to someone in Greece on their name day?
“Χρόνια πολλά!” [hronia polla] “Many years”, is the most common wish that fits almost all joyful events. You can use this wish for birthdays, name days, New Year, Christmas, etc..
Do you say happy name day?
happy name day! Yes, it is just “happy name day” – it is not a very formal way of saying it, it is more what you would say when you call a friend, rather than your boss, etc.
How do you say best wishes in Greek?
Greek translation: Τις καλύτερες ευχές μου
| English term or phrase: | best wishes |
|---|---|
| Greek translation: | Τις καλύτερες ευχές μου |
| Entered by: | Betty Revelioti |
Why do we celebrate name days?
It is an annual celebration commemorating the naming of a person and serves to calculate his or her age. Babies are named the same day they are born. People receive presents from friends and family on their nameday. Martin gives other examples of people celebrating name days as similar to birthdays.
How is the Feast of st.panteleimon celebrated?
The feast and commemoration of Saint Panteleimon is celebrated with the Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom which is conducted on the morning of the feast and preceded by a Matins (Orthros) service. A Great Vespers is conducted on the evening before the day of the Feast.
Who was the mother of st.panteleimon?
The Holy Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon was born in the city of Nikomedia into the family of the illustrious pagan Eustorgias, and he was named Pantoleon. His mother Ebbula was a christian. She wanted to raise her son in the Christian faith, but she died when the future greatmartyr was still a young lad.
Why did Pantaleon change his name to Panteleimon?
His parents were Eustorgius of Nicomedia, a pagan, and Saint Eubula ( March 30 ). They named him Pantaleon, which means in all things like a lion, but when he converted to Christianity, he changed his name to Panteleimon, which means all-merciful. He learned about Christianity from the priest who later baptized him, Saint Hermolaus.
Who is the Greatmartyr Panteleimon in the Orthodox Church?
The GreatMartyr Panteleimon is venerated in the Orthodox Church as a mighty saint, the protector of soldiers. This aspect of his veneration is derived from his first name Pantoleon, which means “a lion in everything”.
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