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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Singers in Lviv, Ukraine, before the traditional Christmas Stars Parade during Orthodox Christmas in January 2023. Artur Widak/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images This year, despite the raging war, …