# Orthodox religious calendar and traditions

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> Updated: 2026-10-30T07:54:15.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The Orthodox religious calendar for late 2026 highlights various holidays, patron saint days known as krsna slava, and fasting periods. 

In October, significant dates include the Conception of Saint John the Baptist on October 6, Miholjdan on October 12, and the Feast of the Intercession of the Most Holy Mother of God on October 14. Other observances include Tomindan, Srđevdan, Saint Petka, and the feast of Saint Luke. Traditions such as the preparation of ritual bread, wheat, and wine serve to connect spirituality with family heritage.

Moving into November, the calendar continues with several patron saint feast days, including Saint Prohor Pčinjski, Saint Dimitrije, Saint Kozma and Damjan, and Saint Arhangel Mihailo. Celebrations involve communal prayer and the breaking of the slavski kolač. Preparations often involve a priest blessing water, which is then used alongside oil, basil, a candle, and an icon to prepare the festive table.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Orthodox traditions and holidays for November

November features several major Orthodox patron saint feast days, involving traditional rituals such as the blessing of water and the preparation of festive meals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/orthodox-traditions-and-holidays-for-november

### 2026-10-02: Orthodox religious calendar for October 2026

The October 2026 Orthodox calendar includes various patron saint days (krsne slava), major feasts like Pokrov, and remembrance days such as Miholjske zadušnice.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/orthodox-religious-calendar-for-october-2026

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