What holiday is celebrated on September 21: interesting facts

September 21 is a date that unites a number of important events and holidays. They touch on various aspects of human life, from religious to social.

In addition, September 21 is full of symbolic events that have left their mark on history. Read more about this in the OBOZ.UA article.

St. Apostle Kondrat the Apostle

Kondrat was one of the apostles from 70. He spread the faith in the early days of Christianity and brought many pagans back to faith. However, at the same time, his preaching caused discontent, so one day a crowd stoned him. By God's will, he survived, but died of starvation after his imprisonment.

Peace Day in Ukraine and the world

The International Day of Peace is a holiday established by the United Nations, a symbol of humanity's desire for harmony and the end of conflict. It calls for an end to wars and violence, focusing on the importance of maintaining peace on a global scale. This holiday is especially relevant for Ukraine as the country continues to fight for its independence and peaceful future.

Along with the international holiday, the Day of Peace is also celebrated in Ukraine. It was established by the Presidential Decree of February 5, 2002.

Day of the Pharmaceutical Worker of Ukraine

Pharmacists are people on whom not only our health, but sometimes our very lives depend. They dispense medicines, provide advice on their use, and are often the first to help patients. This day is an opportunity to express our gratitude to pharmacists for their important work and dedication to people's health.

Other holidays on September 21, 2024

• World Thanksgiving Day;
• Inventor and Innovator Day;
• International Eat an Apple Day;
• Batman Day;
• Day of Love and Friendship;
• World Alzheimer's Day.

Significant events on September 21

• 2022 - Russian dictator Putin announced the first mobilization in the modern history of the Russian Federation;
• 1949 - Mao Tse-tung proclaimed the establishment of the People's Republic of China;
• 1940 - London decided to use the subway as a bomb shelter.

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