Feast of the Nativity of the Virgin
Feast of the Nativity of the Virgin is held on September 21. Orthodox Church. This event in the third decade of the month September is annual. Help us
Scripture does not give an account of Mary’s birth. The Church has celebrated Mary’s birth since at least the sixth century. A September birth was chosen because the Eastern Church begins its Church year with September. Saint Augustine connects Mary’s birth with Jesus’ saving work.
This Feast day is celebrated on September 8 on the Gregorian calendar and September 21 on the Julian calendar.
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