Celebrating Hıdırellez: Traditions and Festivities in Turkey
Hıdırellez: A Celebration of Abundance and Renewal
Hıdırellez is a holiday celebrated in various parts of the world including the Balkan countries, the Middle East, Iraq, Syria, Crimea, Azerbaijan, and Anatolia. Known by different names such as Ağrice, Six May, Aya Yorgi, St. George, Spring Festival, Ederlez, Eğrice, Eğrilce, Hederlez, Hıdrellez, Hiderlez, Hızır, İlyas, İderlez, İlk Yaz, Mantifer, Mar Curcos, and Ruz-ı Hızır (Day of Hızır), this celebration marks the meeting of Prophet Hızır and Prophet Elijah.
According to belief, Prophet Hızır, who assists people in times of trouble on land, guides them, and brings prosperity and abundance, meets with Prophet Elijah, the protector of waters, only once a year. It is believed that wherever these prophets step, the land becomes green, everything they touch bears fruit, and they bring healing to those in need.
Hıdırellez is a symbol of renewal and abundance, celebrated with joy and festivities in many cultures. It is a time to embrace the beauty of nature, the promise of a bountiful harvest, and the hope for a prosperous future. As people come together to celebrate Hıdırellez, they pay tribute to the prophets who bring blessings and goodness into their lives.
This year, let us join in the celebration of Hıdırellez, honoring the spirit of abundance and renewal that it brings. May we all be blessed with prosperity, joy, and healing as we mark this special holiday with our loved ones.
