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It is believed that it is on Christmas that the heavens open and all prayers will be answered. On this day, people pray for their greatest needs and deepest desires. They will definitely come true if you have good intentions.

Prayer for wealth and money
Prayer for health
Glorification of the Nativity of Christ
Troparion to the Nativity of Christ
Kontakion, tone 3
Troparion for the Forefeast

How to pray correctly at Christmas

Prayers are best done in church. But at home you can also read prayers. It’s great if you have an icon of the Nativity of Christ at home.

Please note these rules
- start your prayer by asking for forgiveness of sins and strengthening of your faith;
- read the prayer from a pure heart, understand what you read;
- be grateful for the opportunity to be heard;
- conduct prayer in a sober state;
- read “Our Father” at the end and at the beginning.

Prayer for prosperity, luck and happiness

To make the whole year successful, be sure to read this prayer.

“Heavenly Father, our Savior. Yes, hear your servant (name). I ask You, Lord, may my faith grow stronger and my life path. I want to follow You and do Your will. Grant me peace of mind. I ask for myself and everyone living on earth: may Your goodness come upon us. Happiness and peace will be in our lives. Let our souls be filled with your prayers. Amen"

Prayer for wealth and money

“Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal. We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, the slaves abstained in the past days of fasting Yours, may they be to those who partake of them with thanksgiving for health, for strengthening bodily strength, for joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".

Prayer for love and marriage

Many. You should also remember to read a prayer on this occasion.

« Holy Mother of God, Queen of Heaven. Hear me. I appeal to You and pray for protection, sinful servant (your name). My heart is open to love, may it not come to me. Empty in my soul. Give me real sincere righteous love. Show me my chosen one, which was given to me from above. May our destinies be intertwined and with your support our lives will be righteous. Amen"

Prayer for health

“Lord, Almighty, Holy King, punish and do not kill, strengthen those who fall and raise those who have been cast down, correct the bodily sorrows of people, we pray to You, our God, visit Your weak servant (name of the rivers) with Your mercy, forgive him every sin, voluntary and involuntary.
Hey, Lord, send down Your healing power from heaven, touch the body, extinguish the fire, tame passion and all lurking infirmities, be the physician of Your servant (the name of the river), raise him from the sick bed and from the bed of bitterness whole and all-perfect, grant him to Your Church pleasing and doing Your will.
For it is Yours to have mercy and save us, O our God, and to You we send glory, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages.
Amen."

Prayers that are often read at Christmas

Glorification of the Nativity of Christ

We magnify Thee,
Life-giving Christ,
for our sake, now born in the flesh from the Blessed One
and the Most Pure Virgin Mary.

Troparion to the Nativity of Christ

Your Nativity, Christ our God,
the rise of the world and the light of reason:
in it he serves the stars, and learns as a star.
I bow to you to the Sun of Truth,
and I lead you from the heights of the East: Lord, glory to you.

Kontakion, tone 3

The Virgin is giving birth today to the Most Essential,
and the earth brings a den to the Unapproachable;
Angels and shepherds praise, while wolves travel with a star;
For our sake, the Young Child, the Eternal God, was born.

Troparion for the Forefeast

Get ready, Bethlehem, open to everyone,
Let's go, show off, Euphratho,
like the tree of life in the den of prosperity from the Virgin:
paradise for the mental womb appeared in it, the Divine garden,
From worthlessness we will live, not like Adam we will die.

Christ is born before the fallen to restore the image.

Forefeast (Evening Eve), tone 4:

Sometimes written with the elder Joseph, as from the seed of David, in Bethlehem, Miriam, bearing the seedless Birth.

It was Christmas time, and the place was not a single dwelling, but, like a red chamber, a den appeared to the Queen. Christ is born before the fallen to resurrect the image.

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Prayer on Christmas Day for health

“In the hand of Your great mercy, O my God, I entrust my soul and body, my feelings and words, my advice and thoughts, my deeds and all my movements of body and soul. My entry and exit, my faith and life, the course and end of my life, the day and hour of my breathing, my repose, the repose of my soul and body. But You, O Most Merciful God, invincible to the sins of the whole world, kindly, kindly Lord, accept me more than all sinners in the hand of Your protection and deliver from all evil, cleanse my many iniquities, grant correction to my evil and wretched life and from always delight me in the coming cruel falls of sin, and in no way will I anger Your love for mankind, with which you cover my weakness from demons, passions and evil people. Forbid the enemy, visible and invisible, guiding me along the saved path, bring me to You, my refuge and the land of my desires. Grant me a Christian end, unashamed, peaceful, keep me from the airy spirits of malice, at Your Last Judgment be merciful to Your servant and number me at the right hand of Your blessed sheep, and with them I will glorify You, my Creator, forever. Amen."

Christmas prayer for marriage

“It is with great joy that I turn to you, Mother of God.
You are the one who filled the fruit of your womb with love.
I, the servant of God (my name), am now asking you for help.
Please give me mutual and sincere love.
Send me a loving and caring husband,
so that I can raise my children in happiness and joy.
Hallowed be it your name. Amen".

Christmas prayer for money and wealth

“Lord Jesus Christ our God, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal.

We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, the slaves abstained in the past days of fasting Yours, may they be to those who partake of them with thanksgiving for health, for strengthening bodily strength, for joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".

Christmas prayer for happiness and prosperity

“Pre-Eternal Beginning, Holy and Eternal God, and Creator of all creation! With which words let us give thanks and with which songs we will exalt Your indescribable condescension for us, for the sake of man, by the will of Your Divinity, without retreating, and without being separated from the bosom of the Father, this God, like a man, has now rested in a wordless den, O Christ our God! Whoever confesses this unspoken sacrament, the greatness and the glorious fulfillment of the sacrament: the Son of God - the Son of the Virgin appears, that he may free the world from the legal oath, and make the sons of sin and iniquity children of God, heirs of eternal blessings - for himself, as an immaculate and all-holy sacrifice, in may he bring the pledge of salvation for fallen man. Sweetest Jesus, All-Merciful Lord! By Your Divine descent, the earthly vale into the temple of Your Divine Glory was sanctified, and all those living on it were filled with heavenly joy. Vouchsafe us also on the day of Your glorious Nativity with a pure heart and with an open soul to confess Thee as the true Lamb of God, who delights and strengthens us with the hope of future blessings in the unfading Light of the Tri-radiant Divinity, in Whom everything lives and moves, in Whom may the renewal of our original existence be perfected. To her, Lord, rich in every good deed, the Giver and the Giver of Good, for which you so loved the world, for you deigned to bear all our sorrows and illnesses on yourself, and did not leave us, until the vanity of earthly sorrows and misfortunes withered our souls, and did not perish the path of salvation under our feet, may our enemies not laugh at us, but grant us, in the light of Your Divine Revelation, to know the path of peace, goodness and truth, and cry out with an insatiable thirst for You, our Savior, to do Your good will in Your passion, and in praise of Thy ineffable condescension, like a fragrant incense, to bring to Thee an undefiled life and unfeigned love, so that in our deeds and in the hope of our faith, Thy holy will is unceasingly accomplished, and Thy glory will never be silent under heaven, glory, like the Only Begotten from Father, fill with grace and truth. For in You, now born in the flesh of the Blessed and Most Pure Virgin Mary, all the tribes of heaven and earth, filled with joy, loudly confess: God is with us, to whom honor and worship is due - the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen."

Nativity - magical holiday, which is celebrated in many countries around the world. To gain the support and protection of the Saints, it is necessary to observe traditions and offer Christmas prayers on this day.

One cannot but agree that Christmas is... special holiday. Most people expect it and prepare for this day no less than for the New Year. The story of this event really makes us believe in a miracle. The Lord God sent His Son to the Virgin Mary, and so the Savior Jesus Christ appeared on Earth. Since then, we have annually celebrated the birth of the Son of God. On this day, every believer should follow Christmas traditions and customs, as well as say prayers, because turning to the Saints will help you protect yourself and your loved ones for the whole year.

1. Christmas traditions and customs

The Nativity fast traditionally ends the day before Christmas, which means that on January 7 you can treat yourself to dishes that were prohibited for 40 days. Traditional Christmas recipes include pork, beef and poultry, as well as fish and homemade cakes. The Christmas table should have an abundance of delicious treats, because the richer the table, the more prosperity you will have in the new year.

The traditional Christmas drink is called uzvar - it is a compote. It is usually prepared using dried fruits, and every guest simply must try it.

In Rus', the traditions of celebrating Christmas and the winter solstice were in many ways similar. On this day, people dressed up, performed carols, visited guests, and most importantly, had fun. Noisy festivities began in the morning and continued until the evening. Young girls wondered about the future groom, and the guys came to get married. It was believed that a marriage concluded on January 7 would be eternal, and the love of lovers would never fade.

On Christmas, the family should gather around the table. It is necessary to congratulate all your loved ones and remember all the good and bad that happened last year. The tablecloth and uneaten dishes should be left until January 8th. In ancient times, this was considered a sign of respect for deceased relatives.

Baking for festive table It was customary to cook it on Christmas Eve. In the evening, housewives baked homemade pies and pancakes, but the most important decoration of the table were animal figurines. They were not only served as a treat, but also given as gifts to loved ones, and also given to the poor.

The day before Christmas, you need to clean your house and get rid of everything unnecessary. On this day, cleaning is not just a way to get rid of dust and dirt, but an important ritual. In this way, you save yourself from troubles and misfortunes for the whole year.

Hard work cannot be done on Christmas Day, so cleaning and washing is strictly prohibited on this day.

If on January 7 you meet poor people asking you for food or money, do not refuse them under any circumstances. You don’t have to invite them into your home, but it won’t be difficult for you to give them sweets or homemade baked goods from the holiday table.

You cannot sit at the festive table in old, dirty or black clothes. On this bright holiday, you should look impeccable, and it is advisable that your outfit be white and new.

The Christmas meal usually began in the evening, January 6th. After the appearance of the first or, as it is also called, Star of Bethlehem people sit down at the table, congratulate each other and exchange gifts, and after dinner they always go to church. On this day, festive services are traditionally held in every temple.

Despite the fact that the Nativity Fast has ended, and it would seem that there are no more prohibitions on food and alcohol, drinking large quantity alcoholic drinks are prohibited. We must not forget that this holiday is primarily religious, so only a small amount of red wine is allowed. There will be no forbidden dishes on this day, so you can eat whatever you want.

2. Main Christmas prayer

Christmas is a great religious holiday, so every believer on this day is simply obliged to offer a prayer to the Lord. You can pray both in church and at home. If your words are sincere, then God will definitely hear you.

“Lord God, our Defender and Savior, we glorify You and offer our prayer to You. On Your Christmas we turn to You and bow to You, thank You for Your help and Your kindness. Your Birth illuminated the Earth, the Stars and the Sun illuminated it. To this day we glorify Your birth, for You, our Savior, appeared on Earth to protect us sinners from evil and injustice. We dedicate our prayers to you. Glory to Thee, Lord! Amen".

Say a prayer in the morning of January 7 and repeat it in the evening. Do not forget to turn to the Lord God as often as possible so that he always gives you his help and protection.

3. Christmas prayer for good luck

Thanks to the Christmas prayer for good luck, your business will go uphill all year, and new beginnings will be doomed to success.

"IN great holiday On the Nativity of Christ I call my Guardian Angel. May there be no mistakes on my path in life, may only good luck and prosperity be with me. Let my life find meaning, and You just continue to help me and protect me. Amen".

Guardian Angel is your main protector. If you find yourself in a difficult situation, turn to him with prayer for all occasions, and then he will definitely hear your request.

4. Christmas prayer for children

Children are the meaning of our lives. Their health, happiness and future are very important to us. Be sure to pray for your child on Christmas Day to protect him from evil, troubles and misfortunes.

“Lord God, our Guardian and Savior. I turn to You on the Nativity of Christ and ask You: protect my child from illnesses and evil people. Protect him from troubles and atrocities. Let him not listen to empty and frivolous words, but protect him from lawless actions. I ask you, Heavenly King, hear my requests. Amen".

It is advisable to say the prayer near your child’s bed. Do not forget to do this annually, and then your child will always be under the protection of the Lord God.

Christmas carols - old Russian entertainment. Since ancient times, both adults and children began caroling on Christmas Eve and ended only on January 8th. Plunge into the holiday spirit and have a fun and unforgettable Christmas. We wish you positive emotions and good mood,and don't forget to press the buttons and

Christmas night is considered magical time when the heavens open. It is believed that during this period one can forgive the most secret things. If your thoughts are pure and your intention does not carry a negative message, then your desire will definitely come true.

How to Pray for Christmas

On the night before Christmas, everyone can ask for material and intangible benefits. It is advisable to read prayers in church, but it is also possible to perform the sacrament at home. It’s very good if you have an icon of the Nativity of Christ. It is believed that prayers said before her on Christmas Eve will be answered faster. When reading texts, observe the following conditions:

before prayer you need to ask for forgiveness of sins and strengthening of faith,
prayer must come from the depths of the heart, even if you just read it from a sheet,
at the end of the prayer, sincerely thank God for the opportunity to be heard,
a prerequisite is that the person praying must be absolutely sober.

Miracle-working prayers dedicated to the great Orthodox holiday have great power. But it would be useful to read “Our Father” before them.

Prayers for Christmas

As has already been said, you can ask for anything if the desire does not carry bad connotations. On Christmas Eve, those in need pray for improved financial conditions, relief from debts and poverty. To forget about poverty, light a church candle at home or in church and read the text below. It's good if on January 6 or 7 you can make a donation or any charitable act.

Prayer to attract wealth

“Lord Jesus Christ our God, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal. We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, the slaves abstained in the past days of fasting Yours, may they be to those who partake of them with thanksgiving for health, for strengthening bodily strength, for joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".

In addition to money, you can ask for well-being and prosperity. A special text spoken on the eve of the Nativity of Christ will help you gain the support of the Higher Powers. Receiving such patronage is worth a lot. But you cannot use your luck for selfish purposes. Don't hope that miraculous prayer will help you win the lottery or win a raffle. But believe that success awaits you in all your endeavors and incredibly strong defense from ill-wishers.

Prayer for happiness and prosperity

“Lord, our savior. Hear your servant (name). I pray to You, Heavenly Father, grant me sincere faith and illuminate my thorny path. Teach me to follow You and do Your will. Let me find peace of mind and not be tormented by the pangs of conscience. I ask for myself and for the entire human race: may Your goodness descend upon us. Earthly happiness and peace of mind will be in our lives. May our souls be filled with your prayers. Amen"

It is generally accepted that on Christmas night you need to tell fortunes about your betrothed. But few know that you can ask a Higher Power for good luck in love and relief from loneliness. A prayer for a happy marriage can be read unmarried girls and women who are divorced. In this case, they turn to the Most Holy Theotokos. Those who are unlucky in relationships with the opposite sex will soon find personal happiness. The most important thing is to say the prayer sincerely. But under no circumstances ask for the love of a specific person. There will definitely be retribution for imposing your will.

Prayer for a happy marriage

“Most Holy Theotokos, Queen of Heaven. Only You can understand and hear me. I appeal to You and pray for the protection of me, a sinful servant (name). My heart is open to love, may it not come to me. My soul is empty and sad. Grant me sincere and righteous love. Show me my chosen one, above what is given. May our destinies be intertwined and with your support our lives will be righteous. Amen"

On the eve of one of the main Orthodox holidays, you can pray for the health of yourself and your loved ones, ask for healing of a serious illness and relief from suffering. On Christmas Eve, light a candle near the icon and read a prayer, mentally imagining the one you are asking for. If you are praying for your health, this condition is not necessary.

Christmas prayer for health

Hey, Lord, send down Your healing power from heaven, touch the body, extinguish the fire, tame passion and all lurking infirmities, be the physician of Your servant (the name of the river), raise him from the sick bed and from the bed of bitterness whole and all-perfect, grant him to Your Church pleasing and doing Your will.

For it is Yours to have mercy and save us, O our God, and to You we send glory, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages.

On the bright holiday of the Nativity of Christ, Orthodox Christians traditionally attend church and offer prayers to the glory of the Lord. On this day they also pray to the Higher Powers for a prosperous and happy life.

Every person feels an invisible connection with Higher powers. They follow us invisibly, warning us of impending dangers and warning us against wrong decisions. To the great church holidays everyone has the opportunity to thank through prayer for instructions on the true path, and also ask for protection for themselves and their loved ones. clears the mind and promotes spiritual growth.

Prayer for happiness

Prayer for the well-being and happiness of the Mother of God

“Holy Savior of the human race. Hear the prayers of God's servants. We give You our sincere words and rejoice with You on this holiday. You gave us our Savior. See our aspirations and do not abandon us in difficult times. Grant us your protection, and do not leave us in doubt and timidity. Guide us along the true and righteous path. We pray to You, intercessor, give us strength to cope with adversity and not be afraid of difficulties. We entrust our happiness to You, our souls are drawn to Your light. Amen"

Prayer for happiness in love

Prayer for the happiness of children

“Lord God, our Savior, I appeal to You. I ask you for mercy for my children (names). Save and have mercy on them, cover them with your hand. Protect me from evil thoughts and guide me on the true path. Your children are small, foolish. Reveal the truth to them and allow them to live without sin in their souls. Light their path and protect them from the evil eye and unclean word. I will pray to You, lift up bright and pure words. Help me raise my children in true faith and happiness. Amen"

On Christmas Day the world is filled with goodness and happiness. At this time, it is customary to forgive all bad deeds and words. Spend January 7th with maximum benefit and enlist the support of Higher powers for a prosperous life without grief and sadness. We wish you good health, and do not forget to press the buttons and

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