Arkas sends his good morning today as he sends his wishes to Dimitris and Dimitroulas who celebrate.
Arkas: Happy birthday to those celebrating
Specifically, in today’s sketch we see two boys who are in the mood of the day. One of the two says: “Happy birthday to the Dimitlides and Dimitloulas” and the other boy says “And Thtooth Mitthoth”.
Feast of St. Demetrius
Saint Demetrius the Great Martyr, also known as Myrovlitis, is one of the most popular saints of the Orthodox Church. Our Orthodox Church celebrates his memory every year on a specific date, which is 26 October.
It is a very big celebration, especially for Thessaloniki, of which he is also the patron, because his celebration is combined with the great student and military parade that takes place in the joint capital on October 28.
The big celebration in Thessaloniki
In Thessaloniki there is also a large historical church that honors the name of Agios Dimitrios. Also the street in front of the church has the same name.
Of course, besides Thessaloniki, Saint Demetrius is also honored as a patron in other areas, for example in Elassona, Kifissia, Kolindros, Nafpaktos, Siatista, Chrysoupoli Kavala and other places.
The name Dimitris is considered one of the most common male names, while the corresponding female name (Dimitra) is also considered quite widespread. For this reason, on the day of Saint Demetrius, most of the people in our country have a relative or a friend who celebrates.