In Chernivtsi, Christmas tree dismantled on Christmas eve
Dismantling of the Christmas tree in Chernivtsi. Photo: Tg-channel "Khoroshi Chernivtsi" ("Good Chernivtsi")
On January 5, 2025, the Chernivtsi authorities began dismantling the Christmas tree installed in the city center, report local channels, publishing a video.
The actions of the authorities sparked discussions in the comments. Most city residents agree that dismantling the Christmas tree on the eve of Christmas according to the Julian calendar is a public humiliation of all believers who celebrate the birth of the Savior on this day.
Even those who celebrate according to the New Julian calendar are dissatisfied. "The tree is gone! They're dismantling it… But what about Jordan? The New Year holidays "from Andrew to Jordan" should last at least until tomorrow…", wrote the authors of the Telegram channel "Good Chernivtsi".
Earlier, the UOJ reported that the OCU is concerned that the UOC might "steal Christmas" from children in Chernivtsi.
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