A message about animals living in fresh water. Fresh water bodies
From thoughts for every day, collected by Leo Tolstoy
A deceitful, bad person who has broken the law thinks carelessly that with death his life will completely end; such a person is capable of inclining towards everything evil. (Buddhist wisdom)
Common name: Cyril's day, Cyril, Cyril, Cyril, Cyril's day, Cyril of Alexandria, solstice, Martha, Martha the nursery.
Traditions for June 22
This day is the end of spring, the beginning of summer, the solstice is the longest day, the shortest night. The most difficult days for the farmer are coming: “Since Kirill’s day, what the sun gives is in the peasant’s barn,” people said. It's time to mow and dry the hay.
On this day, late seedlings were planted. The strawberries are ripening. According to legend, in ancient times this plant did not produce berries. But when Jesus Christ, as a child, walked in the forest, the strawberry was very frightened and saddened that it could not please the Lord with anything - after all, there was nothing that it could give to Him - at least delicious berries. The Savior heard the prayers small plant, leaned towards him and kissed him. And immediately at the place of the kiss a berry appeared and began to grow. And since then, strawberries have been making people happy and giving them pleasure.
Signs for June 22
Strawberries are red - sowing oats is in vain.
The flowering of rye is the beginning of haymaking.
It's the end of spring, the beginning of summer for Kirill.
Kirill has strength from the earth.
The earth gives power to the sun on Kirill.
Characteristics of a woman named Thekla
The name of the day is Thekla. This name has Greek roots and means “glory of God.” This woman is cheerful, talkative, curious, uncontrollably striving for her goal, but if the goal disappears, she just as quickly finds a new one. She is very excitable and reacts with alarming speed to both bad and good. Fekla, born in June, is capricious, hot-tempered, and overly impressionable.
In the heat of anger she can be uncontrollable, and at such moments it is better to stay away from her.
Since pagan times, the opinion has been established that the sun on the twenty-second summer day gives all its power to plants and nature. This is due to the fact that the days during this period are the longest, the nights the shortest. Starting from the twenty-second of June, the day begins to wane, so on the last day the sun tries to give all its energy to the living.
Folk signs and customs of the day
On this day, we were busy stacking hay to dry, especially if rain and thunderstorms did not interfere. It was believed that on this day the present began warm summer, spring was receding. People sincerely believed that on this day and subsequent days the summer heat began. They prayed that the heat would not become too sweltering, they asked Heavenly forces so that moderate warmth sets in.
It was believed that everything that nature would give from this day on would be in people’s barns and bins. From the pagan past, the Slavs established a tradition of conducting special rituals and ceremonies to appease daylight and attracting its heat to the earth. They made sacrifices and performed rituals so that the sun would not scorch the land and crops with the summer heat. Housewives baked round loaves, small flat cakes symbolizing the sun. The whole family enjoyed ritual baked goods and distributed them to children and the poor. Treating the disadvantaged and orphans on this day was considered a good sign. It was believed that in this case grace and good luck would descend on the family.
Orthodox traditions of the day
Orthodox Church on this day the memory of the holy preacher, who left a mark in the history of Orthodoxy as a theologian and writer, is honored. Saint Cyril all earthly life He was engaged in interpreting the Holy Scriptures to people, thereby converting many pagans and people of other faiths to Orthodoxy. More three dozen For years, Saint Cyril ruled the church, performing many good deeds during the period of his earthly asceticism, leaving behind a considerable number of theological works.
Believers pray to Kirill for the preservation of the harvest, favorable weather during the summer season.
Signs for the weather
Weather analysis and natural signs on this day helped to determine the nature of the weather in summer season, the possibilities of the future harvest.
- Reddened strawberries indicated that the oat sowing period had ended; from that moment on, no oats were sown.
- If the day was warm and fine, then it was also possible to plant late cabbage, otherwise the seedlings were not planted.
Day summer solstice noted in folk calendar with the following expression: “On Kirill - the end of spring, the beginning of summer.” And this is true, because everything, even the most belated frosts, is already behind us, and there are still two more fertile ones ahead. summer months. “On Kirill, the sun gives all its strength to the earth.”
They say that on June 22nd the most short nights in the year, and summer fully comes into its own. After this, the day will gradually begin to decrease. It was customary on St. Cyril of Alexandria, June 22, to carry and dry hay. Strawberries begin to ripen, and they said that on this day the sun gives up all its power. You can also plant seedlings early cabbage.
On June 22, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of St. Cyril, also known as the Archbishop of Alexandria. Kirill was a theologian and writer. At one time he was actively involved in the interpretation of the Holy Scriptures: he explained unclear moments parishioners, and converted many to the faith. He fought long and hard against heretics and manifestations of paganism in society. He ruled the church for 3-2 years and died of natural causes in 444, leaving behind a large number of works
They said on June 22: “On Kirill - the end of spring, the end of the summer” - the summer heat began, it was established stably warm weather. In general, the villagers greeted moderately hot weather, which had a positive effect on crops. They even said: “Since Kirill’s day, what the sun gives is in the man’s barn.” There was a sign according to which it was on June 22 that the sun gives all its power to the earth. That is why, on June 22, a large number of rituals were performed to appease the sun and obtain a rich harvest.
Folk signs for June 22
- If the strawberries turn red, this is a sign that it is too late to sow oats.
- If a person was born on June 22, then he will be shy, sensitive, attractive, with artistic taste. As a talisman, he should wear a ruby, which brings happiness in love and restores strength. It is also known as a talisman that helps protect against evil forces, the evil eye and damage. However, if its owner has cruelty in character, a ruby can enhance it. Interestingly, if the wearer of a ruby is in danger, the stone darkens. Carnelian, which is known as the July gem, is also perfect as a talisman. It gives family happiness, love, courage, health, protects from enemies and gives peace of mind in a dispute. It is often worn by wrestlers in the form of bracelets. An emerald can give joy and spiritual harmony. In addition, it is believed that it develops intuition.
In the folk calendar, June 22 is Kirillin (Kirillov) day, Kirill Solstice. By popular belief, on this day the sun gives all its power to the earth and astronomical summer begins. On June 22, the Orthodox Church remembers two saints named Cyril.
Saint Cyril of Alexandria (376-444) received a good upbringing and education, was the nephew of the famous Theophilus, and from 412 his successor in the department. IN early years labored among the Nitrian monks, and was later ordained a deacon of the Alexandrian Church.
Saint Cyril is known as a zealous fighter against heresies, which in those days often arose and attracted many people who considered themselves Christians. He is the author of numerous theological works, which explain the basic tenets of Christianity.
Reverend Kirill, abbot of Belozersky, is the founder of the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery. The saint was born in 1337 in Moscow. He was tonsured a monk by Abbot Theodore (nephew of St. Sergius of Radonezh) in the Moscow Simonov Monastery. Kirill worked in the monastery bakery, baking bread and prosphora for the entire brethren.
The saint had an irresistible desire for silent prayer, and he was allowed to shut himself up in his cell. But it was difficult to lead the life of a hermit in the city, especially since the brethren elected Cyril as abbot. After some time, he was allowed to retire to the Moscow Monastery of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, where an icon appeared to him Mother of God and pointed the way to Belozerye. Cyril and the monk Feropont went to the remote places of the Russian North. At a distance of 30 miles they chose places of solitude.
The Monk Kirill continued his feat of prayer on the shore of Lake Siverskoye at the place indicated by the Mother of God. In 1397, the monastery of the Most Pure Mother of God, later known as Kirillo-Belozersky, was founded here. For about 30 years the Monk Kirill served as its abbot. The saint died at the age of 90 in 1427.
June 22: traditions and customs of the day
They said about this day: “ On Kirill - the end of spring, the beginning of summer" It's the astronomical start of summer. Kirill’s day is the day of the summer solstice, which is why they nicknamed the saint “solstice.” According to legend, on this day the sun gives all its power to the earth: “ From Kirill's Day - what the sun gives is in the man's barn».
From this date, the peasants forgot about frosts until the fall, and they asked St. Cyril for a clear and good summer, planted late seedlings, and began mowing and drying hay. Strawberries ripen by this day. According to legend, initially this plant did not produce berries. But when Jesus, as a child, walked in the forest, the strawberry was very sad that it could not please the Lord in anything. The Savior heard the pleas of the little plant and kissed it. At the same moment, a berry appeared at the site of the kiss and began to grow. Since then, strawberries have been making people happy and giving them true pleasure.
All parts of strawberries have healing properties: berries, leaves, flowers and roots. The roots and leaves have an astringent and diuretic effect. An aqueous infusion of the leaves is used for cosmetic purposes and as a gargle. IN folk medicine decoctions and infusions of rhizomes and leaves are used for jaundice, colitis, urolithiasis, tuberculosis, edema, rashes, ulcers, old bleeding, and for rinsing with sore throat.
An infusion of leaves has a general strengthening effect. To make it you will need a tablespoon of crushed leaves, which is poured with a glass of boiling water. Leave for two hours, and then take half a glass 3-4 times a day before meals. For colds, drink the flowers and leaves of the plant brewed as tea.
A strawberry mask is good for oily skin with enlarged pores. A tablespoon of chopped berries is mixed with whipped egg white and applied to clean facial skin for 15-20 minutes. Then the mask is washed off with cool water and a nourishing cream is applied.
June 22: signs and beliefs
- If the strawberries are ripe, then it’s too late to sow oats.
- Lots of berries - winter will be cold.
- If the weather is good, but there are almost no ants visible, then there will be bad weather.
- Swifts and swallows fly low - predicts rain.
- Crows often cry - wait for precipitation.
- On a cloudy day, bees do not hide in their hives - there will be no rain.
- The ants gathered around the anthill - for a fine day.
- The dream from June 21 to June 22 is empty. But a dream seen on the day of June 22 will come true in 5 years.
People born on June 22nd have great strength. They should wear agate and onyx as a talisman.
Video: date of birth June 22 – characteristics
All fresh water bodies - from temporary puddles to rivers and lakes - are inhabited by living creatures. Some animals are forced to adapt to the fast current, others to the periodic drying out of their homes, and others have learned to survive in conditions of fierce competition for food. Inhabitants of reservoirs breathe atmospheric air or oxygen dissolved in water.
Life in fresh water bodies and on their banks is quite diverse; even on different sections of the same river, completely different species of living creatures can live. This is due to the fact that the reservoir can begin high in the mountains and have a clear cold water With fast current, so its inhabitants will be adapted to such, quite extreme conditions. When this river flows through a valley, its flow will slow down significantly, the water temperature will be slightly higher and other species of fish, amphibians and insects will thrive in it. Today we will talk about various animals from all over our planet that have chosen fresh water bodies as their home.
Big-headed turtle (Platysternon megacephalum)
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Inhabitant mountain rivers and streams southern China and Indochina. This is a predatory animal with a shell length of up to 20 cm and hunts aquatic invertebrates, fish and frogs. She has very low fertility: there are only two eggs in the clutch. The big-headed turtle leads a crepuscular lifestyle. Very mobile. Unusual is the ability to climb rocks, bushes and trees well. And the turtle's head is so large that it cannot be pulled under the shell. AND a long tail It also doesn't fit underneath.
Piranhas (Serrasalminae)
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About 25 various types piranhas inhabit rivers and lakes of tropical regions South America. These predators attack other fish species. Most often, their victims are injured or sick individuals. The signal that prompts these fish to attack is the smell of blood. But stories about the bloodthirstiness of piranhas are greatly exaggerated. They become dangerous, as a rule, only in unusual stressful situations. This happens during droughts, when rivers become very dry and fish unwittingly end up crowded in surviving reservoirs. Often the person himself is to blame for their aggressiveness. In many places, it is customary to dump slaughterhouse waste into rivers, thus people accustom fish to meat and the smell of blood.
Gray Heron (Ardeacinerea)
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The largest heron in Europe is also interested in life in fresh water bodies. Its range occupies most Eurasia. The gray heron inhabits coastal areas of rivers, lakes and reservoirs. It feeds on coastal and aquatic insects, fish, and frogs. It also preys on lizards, snakes, small birds and the mammals she finds in coastal thickets. It nests in colonies, often together with other heron species. There are 4-6 eggs in a clutch. In autumn it migrates to Western Europe and Mediterranean countries.
Red-crowned crane (Grusjaponensis)
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It is one of the rarest birds in the world. It is considered one of the most beautiful cranes. It feeds on rhizomes, tubers and succulent shoots of marsh plants, pecking at the same time various small animals. Creates a pair for life. The nest is built in a wetland. The chicks that have hatched desperately fight among themselves, and the parents manage to raise only one crane.
Discus (Symphysodondiscus)
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One of the most beautiful aquarium fish. IN wildlife lives in the fresh waters of the Amazon. Discus form married couples, who carefully look after the laid eggs, and then the larvae. When the larvae turn into fry, the most interesting part begins - feeding with “milk”. Fish “milk” is a thick, protein-rich substance secreted from the skin of discus fish and hardens on the sides of the fish in the form of a grayish-yellow coating. In the first days of life, the fry feed on this substance.
Capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris)
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The largest rodent in the world, lives in tropical and subtropical swamps, rivers and lakes of South America. Body length up to 1.5 m, weight up to 50 kg. Feeds on coastal vegetation. Swims and dives beautifully. The female gives birth to 2-4 well-developed cubs, which soon become independent. The capybara lives both in forests and on open area. It always stays near bodies of water, which is why it received its second name – “capybara”.
Night heron (Nycticorax nycticorax)
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One of the most common birds in the world. It is not found only in Australia and northern Eurasia. Inhabitant of shallow swampy reservoirs. It got its name from the peculiar “kwa-kwa” that it calls out during nesting. Feeds on aquatic invertebrates small fish, amphibians and their larvae. It prefers hunting at dusk, relying on its excellent eyesight and hearing. The night heron is one of the few bird species that can catch fish using bait. Breeds in colonies. A massive nest of branches is placed on trees or reeds. There are 4-5 eggs in a clutch.
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