In every culture and religion there are examples of family loyalty and love. All people have dear people, even if there is no traditional family, with marriage and a child. In Russia there is a whole holiday dedicated to this bright part of everyone's life - the World Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, the meaning of which is symbolic and very important for all of us.
What is the date of the Family, Love and Fidelity Day?
The holiday was approved in 2008 on the initiative of the deputies of the Russian Federation and with the support of many religious organizations of our country. Day of a family, love and fidelity inhabitants of Russia celebrate the eighth of each July for eight years already!
history of the holiday
July 8 is also the date of the day of Peter and Fevronia, and their image perfectly suited to this bright holiday. They embody the true Christian traits and are rightly considered the ideal of marriage. Among these traits there is mutual love and loyalty, mercy, concern for neighbors, piety and generosity. It is not difficult to guess that such spouses are an ideal not only for Christianity, but also in a general sense.
In addition, do not forget that the family was and remains an important unit of society, protected by the state. This is clearly reflected in the constitution of the Russian Federation.
Events for the holiday
Day of family, love and loyalty takes place in a tender atmosphere of love. And some curious events are connected with this day. For example, this holiday is given a commemorative medal "For Love and Faithfulness" featuring a daisy - a symbol of love.
In many cities of Russia various events are held (various congratulatory concerts, interesting exhibitions, charity events and so on).
The family is the circle of the most dear to us people, without which we can hardly imagine our life. And of course, all these close people are worthy to spend this day with us, remember all the happy moments and thank each other for all the good that was in your life. After all, it is family and love that helps us to survive all life's difficulties and become better people.