The day of Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes is celebrated in the cities of rivers, lakes and seas, this year the February 2nd will be on a Thursday, and it's another wonderful holiday. But I anticipate, it is not a holiday throughout Brazil, only in places that have rivers, lakes and seas.
When is the Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes holiday?
The feast of Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes is on the day February 2 nd, this year (2023) will be on a Thursday.
Many municipalities choose to extend the holiday and make a long weekend, while others make it optional.
In the places where the commemoration exists, processions are made, flowers are brought to Our Lady, masses in boats and even navigation in rivers.
Iemanjá holiday
The day of Iemanjá is celebrated on the day February 2 nd, she is considered the “Queen of the Sea”.
Its origin is from an African orixá, its day is celebrated by several religions such as: candomblé, umbanda and even Catholics.
Iemanjá is considered the protector of fishermen, raftsmen and sailors.
Many religions make offerings in the sea to Iemanjá, offering food and many flowers, in some places they put boats in the sea and do prayers and rituals in the sand by the sea.
Navegantes holiday tips
The holiday is a wonderful, memorable and grateful day. Many people thank or ask for protection.
Tip: Do not throw garbage into the sea or river.
Your offerings are yours! The day after that date, the sea is horrible full of dirt everywhere. Make your offerings in a specific place that does not harm nature.
Another important tip: respect the different religions that celebrate this date! You who are spending this day, your vacation and that you have never experienced, will find many groups of people on the seashore, doing some dancing, singing or another type of celebration. Respect.
Learn a little more about this day. It's an important date for many, maybe it could become for you too!
Comment here if you've experienced this day. 🙂
Read too: