On October 10, 2026, Orthodox believers commemorate Saint Savvatiy Solovetsky, founder of the…

On October 10, 2026, Orthodox believers commemorate Saint Savvatiy Solovetsky, founder of the Solovetsky Monastery and the first hermit on the Solovki Islands. In the folk calendar, this day is known as Savvatiy Beekeeper or Savvatiy Solovetsky. The saint lived in the 15th century, renowned as a strict ascetic and prayerful person. He established monastic life on the Solovki Islands and was especially revered by beekeepers who prayed for hive protection and good honey harvests.

On this day, church services are held, and believers pray for the health of loved ones and family well-being.