May 2: What holiday is today, traditions and prohibitions.

Ukrainian traditions and prohibitions on May 2
Ukrainian traditions and prohibitions on May 2

Today, May 2, is celebrated as World Tuna Day and International Harry Potter Day. It also honors the transfer of the relics of princes Boris and Gleb, the memory of Saint Athanasius the Great, Archbishop of Alexandria, and the martyrs Jesper and Zoe with their children Kyriak and Theodulus.

High Loads: Secrets of Tuna Meat

Tuna has unusually red meat due to the substance myoglobin, which helps the body endure high loads. Tuna produces more of this substance than other fish, giving its meat a bright red color. Tuna is also rich in protein, vitamins, and microelements.

World Tuna Day was established by the UN to raise awareness about the value and threats faced by tuna populations, as well as the economic and social benefits of sustainable management of tuna stocks.

The Magic of Harry Potter

May 2 is International Harry Potter Day, dedicated to the main character of the books by J.K. Rowling. On this day, we celebrate Harry Potter's victory over the Dark Lord Voldemort. Many fans organize movie marathons of the Harry Potter films or reread the book.

Traditions and Signs of May 2

  • Signs for May 2:
  • Do not tell anyone about your dreams.
  • Do not leave your wallet empty.
  • Do not count money after sunset.

Name Days

Today, name days are celebrated by Athanasius, Boris, Gleb, Zoe, Michael, Roman, and David.

Events of May 2

  • 1312 - Pope Clement V transferred the property of the Templars to the Order of Hospitallers.
  • 1611 - The first officially sanctioned English version of the Bible - 'King James Bible' - was published.
  • 1668 - The First Treaty of Aachen was signed between France and Spain.
  • 1817 - The Richelieu Lyceum was established in Odessa.
  • 1848 - The Main Ruthenian Council, the first Ukrainian political organization, was created in Lviv.
  • 1892 - The first two tramcars with electric motors arrived in Kyiv.
  • 1945 - The commander of the defense of Berlin signed the surrender order.
  • 1980 - The first papal visit to Africa by Pope John Paul II began, starting in Zaire.
  • 1986 - Dynamo Kyiv won the Cup Winners' Cup in football.
  • 2011 - Osama bin Laden was killed during a secret operation by American special forces in Pakistan.
  • 2014 - 48 people died in Odessa during the attack on the pro-Ukrainian march and the fire at the Trade Union House.

Analysis

On the day of tuna and Harry Potter, it is worth recalling the significance of rituals and traditions in our world. Honoring Saint Athanasius and the martyrs Jesper and Zoe reflects our respect for the past and spirituality. Celebrating World Tuna Day and International Harry Potter Day highlights our modern cultural orientation and interests. These holidays allow us to enjoy foods and literature from different countries around the world. For many, these days have become objects of curiosity and a popular way to relax, which we share with family and friends.

May 2 is also marked by important historical events that remind us of our past and help us understand the present. This day also signifies name days for names like Athanasius, Boris, Gleb, Zoe, Michael, Roman, and David, giving them special recognition and a festive spirit.


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