One of the most famous cathedrals in Prague is named the Church of Saint Vitus. **What is remembered in the Church on June 28, 2026** Vitus was the son of a pagan — a noble Sicilian nobleman named Hylas. But Vitus, in his early youth, believed in Christ, prayed a lot, and received from the Lord the ability to perform miracles. He healed the sick, and they, along with their families, became Christians. Then the ruler Valerian demanded that Hylas restrain his son. He failed in this mission, and the ruler summoned Vitus to trial. But even there, the youth firmly professed his beliefs. They began to beat him, but when the ruler stretched out his hand to demand that the torture be intensified, his hand withered. Vitus prayed, and the hand was healed. The frightened ruler returned the son to his father, demanding that he persuade Vitus. Hylas surrounded his son with luxury, brought exquisite dishes, and introduced the most beautiful courtesans. But Vitus only prayed more, and angels appeared to him, causing Hylas to go blind. The son healed his father, but he had already hardened his heart and decided to kill the child. Having learned about this, the tutor Modest and the nurse Kriscentia, who were secret Christians, led the boy out of his parental home. An angel brought their boat to the Italian region of Lucania, where they began to live in secret. Vitus began to heal again, and many converted to Christianity. They were brought to trial before the emperor Diocletian himself. He was struck by the beauty and intelligence of the young man, and moreover — Vitus managed to heal his possessed son. Then the emperor promised Vitus wealth and honors, urging him to renounce his faith. After receiving a refusal, he sent him and Modest to prison. There, Jesus himself appeared to the prisoners, strengthening their faith, and their chains fell off. This so shocked the emperor that he decided to kill the young man, who had only done good to him. However, thrown into a fire with boiling oil, he remained unharmed. A lion was released upon him, but it only lay down submissively at Vitus's feet. Then they began to torture them, and Kriscentia joined them, calling herself a Christian. Vitus turned to the Lord for help, and immediately an earthquake occurred. Many pagans died, and Diocletian fled. A multitude of angels lifted the martyrs, and they surrendered their souls to the Lord. The boy was only 12-13 years old at that time. The relics of Vitus were later transferred to Prague, where a temple was built in his honor. **The meaning of the holiday** By believing, a person gains amazing strength and incredible opportunities. It is important to be able to use them for good. **What can be done on June 28, 2026** It is customary to pay close attention to the health of pets. A great day to take care of your health. **What cannot be done on June 28, 2026** It is very bad to raise your voice and argue. Food should not be thrown away if it is left over from breakfast, lunch, or dinner. **Interesting facts** This saint is very popular in Europe. In Germany, it is believed that dancing before his statue on the day of his memory gives a person strength and health. It is presumed that the saint healed the emperor's son from an illness that later became known as Saint Vitus's dance.