July 20, 2027Romanian
The Prophet Elijah
Ilie, Ilinca, Iliuță, & Ilies
What is celebrated
In folk tradition St. Elijah is associated with thunder and summer storms. It is also the day of the Romanian military air force.
How it is celebrated
A family meal, often with lamb. Calls in the morning.
What people say
La mulți ani!
What is given
- ✓Wine
- ✓Honey
- ✓Odd-numbered flowers
What to avoid
- ✕Flowers in even numbers
Name variants and diminutives
IlieIlincaIliuțăIlies
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