THE CHURCH CELEBRATES THE TRANSFER OF SAINT Sava'S RELICS TODAY: The Day Serbia Bowed Again to Its Greatest Enlightener
Patriarch Porfirije and Bishop Irinej spoke about hope, resurrection, and the victory of faith on the holiday of the Burning of Saint Sava's relics before thousands of believers gathered at the Temple on Vračar.
TL;DR
- The transfer of Saint Sava's relics from Trnovo to Mileševa in 1237 is commemorated on May 19th, symbolizing Serbian spiritual unity.
- Saint Sava's relics became a central point for prayer, gathering, and national remembrance, influencing Serbian statehood and identity.
- Despite initial resistance from Bulgarian Tsar Asen, the relics were transferred due to persistent pleas and perceived divine intervention.
- The presence of Saint Sava's relics at Mileševa attracted people of various faiths, who sought healing and believed in his holiness.
- The burning of Saint Sava's relics in 1594 on Vračar, intended to break Serbian spirit, instead strengthened his cult and memory.
- Saint Sava is remembered as a unique figure: a prince, monk, diplomat, founder of the Serbian Church, legislator, writer, and traveler.