November 11: What the Saints Mina, Victor, and Vincent Pray For

On November 11, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of the holy martyrs Mina, Victor, and Vincent, as well as the venerable confessor Theodore the Studite, who gave their lives for their faith in Christ. This day is also known as the beginning of autumn. The 'Glavkom' magazine tells about religious holidays, history, traditions, and signs associated with November 11, 2025.

Religious Holidays and Their History

• Religious Holidays and Their History
• Prayers of the Day
• Popular Beliefs and Signs

Religious Holidays and Their History

The Day of Remembrance of the Holy Martyrs Mina, Victor, and Vincent and the Venerable Confessor Theodore the Studite

According to glavcom.ua: The holy martyrs Mina, Victor, and Vincent are celebrated for their unwavering faith. Mina, who was a soldier, gave his life for his faith in Christ. Victor and Vincent also became martyrs, proving their loyalty during persecution. The Venerable Theodore the Studite (759-826) stood against the heresy of iconoclasts, enduring persecution and imprisonment many times.

Prayers of the Day

O holy martyrs of Christ Mina, Victor, and Vincent, and venerable father Theodore, confessor of the faith! You, who showed the strength of the Holy Spirit in suffering and struggle, pray to the Lord for us, sinners. Holy Mina, heal our spiritual and bodily ailments, especially eye diseases. Holy Victor and Vincent, grant us courage in life's trials. Venerable Theodore, guide us on the path of truth and protect us from heresies and temptations. May your prayers help us find peace and salvation for our souls.

Amen

Popular Beliefs and Signs

Ukrainian folk signs are associated with the weather on November 11, which is often considered the beginning of true autumn weather.

• Strong winds on November 11 may persist until the winter Nicholas (December 6).
• Snow that doesn't melt foretells a harsh winter.
• Sparrows gathering in flocks chirp loudly, which may indicate the approach of warm weather.
• Foggy windows, even in dry weather, indicate the coming of cold.

This date was also considered favorable for healing eye diseases, as Saint Mina was regarded as a helper in healing from misfortunes.

Commemorated on November 11, we honor the memory of holy martyrs and leading spiritual figures who gave their lives for their faith, and it is also considered a symbolic start for autumn events. On this day, we honor their bravery and loyalty, as well as hope for blessings and protection from dangers in the future.