Traditionally, Orthodox Christians in Ukraine have celebrated on January 7, in keeping with the Julian calendar that most branches of the Orthodox Church use to determine fixed-day religious celebrations. The decision to switch dates for Christmas and other holidays is one more way to assert .
Ukrainian artists today are also taking opportunities to demonstrate resistance through folklore. Case in point: “koliadky” – Ukrainian carols – that reflect the realities of the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine.
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Ukrainians in Finland welcome Christmas shift from January to December yle.fi - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from yle.fi Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.