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Orthodox Holidays And Fasting Days In 2023

Orthodox Holidays and Fasting Days in 2023

Calendar of Orthodox Holidays

The following is a calendar of Orthodox holidays for 2023:

January

  • January 7: Christmas
  • January 14: Circumcision of Christ
  • January 19: Theophany

February

  • February 2: Presentation of Christ
  • February 15: Annunciation

March

  • March 15: Annunciation
  • March 25: Palm Sunday
  • March 31: Holy Week

April

  • April 1: Easter
  • April 8: Ascension
  • April 16: Pentecost

May

  • May 1: Saints Constantine and Helen
  • May 6: Ascension of Saint George

June

  • June 24: Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
  • June 29: Saints Peter and Paul

July

  • July 20: Prophet Elijah

August

  • August 6: Transfiguration
  • August 15: Dormition of the Theotokos

September

  • September 8: Nativity of the Theotokos
  • li>September 14: Exaltation of the Holy Cross

October

  • October 26: Saint Demetrios

November

  • November 8: Saints Michael and Gabriel

December

  • December 25: Christmas

Fasting Days

In addition to the holidays listed above, there are also a number of fasting days in the Orthodox Church. These fasting days are typically observed by abstaining from meat, dairy, and eggs. The following is a list of fasting days in 2023:

  • Great Lent: February 27 - April 15
  • Holy Week: April 16-23
  • Apostles' Fast: June 12 - July 11
  • Dormition Fast: August 1 - August 14
  • Nativity Fast: November 15 - December 24

It is important to note that the dates of Orthodox holidays and fasting days may vary slightly from year to year. For the most accurate information, please consult with your local Orthodox priest or visit the website of the Orthodox Church in America.


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