Spotted sparrows - there will be early spring: the national calendar for February 23

In Russia, this day was considered the beginning of preparation for spring and new agricultural works. Peasants paid attention to natural phenomena to predict what the coming season would be like. There were special signs and customs associated with the protection of crops and protection from diseases. What to do on February 23rd: Check the seeds and prepare them for sowing. This time was ideal for checking grain and seed stocks to make sure they were suitable for future crops. Clean the yard and outbuildings. Bringing order around the house contributed to attracting luck and well-being. Conduct rituals to protect against rodents. On this day, it was considered important to take measures to protect the future crop from pests. Getting firewood. Laying firewood for the winter on this day provided warmth and coziness in the house for the whole next season. What not to do on February 23: Throwing out garbage or unnecessary things. It was believed that this could lead to a loss of wealth and luck. Fighting and fighting. Disputes and conflicts on this day could bring trouble in the future. Delay preparations for spring work. Inaction during this period could lead to a poor harvest and failure in business. Notes February 23: Sunny day. If the sun shines brightly, it portends a good harvest and a good spring. Wind. Strong wind promised changeable weather and possible cooling. Tree crackling. If you hear a crackle in the forest, it is a sign of the coming frost. The appearance of sparrows. If sparrows begin to actively build nests, this means early spring. Cranes fly. The return of the cranes spoke of the imminent onset of heat. February 23: February 23 celebrate the name day Anna, Antonina, Valentina, Galina, Gregory, Ivan, Lev, Mark, Paul, Semen, Jacob. Don't forget to congratulate them!

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