Slava – customs and traditions

The Slava is one of the most significant traditions of the Serbian Orthodox faith. The family's patron saint is passed down from generation to generation and celebrated together each year in faith and prayer. The Slava is far more than just a family celebration – it connects the family with its patron saint, with the Serbian Orthodox Church, and with the generations who have preserved this tradition before them.

The booklet "Славе – Обичаји и традиција" (Slavas – Customs and Tradition) by Đorđe Čolović is dedicated to this special Serbian Orthodox tradition, providing knowledge about its origins, its spiritual significance, and the customs associated with the celebration. It helps to better understand why the Slava holds such a special place in the lives of Serbian Orthodox families.

In addition to the historical and spiritual background, the various components and traditions surrounding the Slava are explained in detail. This makes the booklet suitable both for people who wish to celebrate their own Slava more consciously, and for those who want to learn more about the meaning and proper handling of this centuries-old tradition.

Especially for Serbian families in the diaspora, this booklet is a valuable companion. It supports parents and grandparents in passing on knowledge about the Slava to children and future generations, thereby preserving an important part of the Serbian Orthodox faith, their own heritage, and family tradition.

The large-format booklet is written entirely in Serbian and Cyrillic script. With a format of 29.5 × 20.5 cm and approximately 60 pages, it offers ample space for an in-depth study of the Slava and its traditions.

Product Details

Product Name: Slava – Customs and Tradition
Original Title: Славе – Обичаји и традиција
Author: Đorđe Čolović
Theme: Slava, Serbian Orthodox faith, customs and tradition
Language: Serbian
Script: Cyrillic
Format: 29.5 × 20.5 cm
Page Count: approx. 60 pages
Binding: Paperback
Product Type: Booklet
Origin: Serbia
Weight incl. packaging: approx. 220 g
Suitable for: Families, godparents, religious teachers and believers

Product Safety

Manufacturer:
Svetazvezda Kläui, Kelleräckerstrasse 38, 8967 Widen, Switzerland
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Product Identification:
Product Name: Slava – Customs and Tradition
Material: Paper, Softcover

Safety Instructions:
Not suitable as a toy.
Keep away from small children.
Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
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Do not continue to use if severely damaged.

Responsible person in the EU:
Svetazvezda Kläui, Kelleräckerstrasse 38, 8967 Widen, Switzerland
E-mail: pk@svetazvezda.com

Conformity:
This product complies with the EU Product Safety Regulation (EU) 2023/988.

“Slava – Customs and Tradition” helps to better understand the spiritual significance of the Slava and to consciously live, preserve, and pass on this unique Serbian Orthodox tradition to future generations.