Romes Birthday
April 21, Monday
History of the holiday
The date of June 6 was chosen deliberately. This day marks the birth of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, whose works became the foundation for the development of the Russian language and literature. Pushkin is considered the founder of the modern literary language, and through his works, the Russian language gained worldwide recognition.
International Russian Language Day was created to broaden the horizons of people speaking different languages and to strengthen the position of the Russian language as one of the world languages of communication and culture.
Importance of the Russian language
The Russian language is one of the most widely spoken in the world. It is the official language of the Russian Federation and one of the official languages of the United Nations. Millions of people in different countries speak Russian, and it is of great significance not only in Russia but also in other CIS countries and abroad.
Furthermore, the Russian language is the language of outstanding works of world literature, such as those by Pushkin, Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Chekhov, and others. It also plays an important role in science, culture, diplomacy, and economics.
How is International Russian Language Day celebrated?
On this day, various events are held to promote the Russian language and literature. Some of them include:
* Lectures and workshops on the Russian language, its grammar, history, and development.
* Recitation contests where participants read poems and works of Russian literary classics.
* Exhibitions dedicated to Russian literature and culture.
* Creative evenings discussing great Russian writers and poets.
* Open lessons and lectures on the Russian language in schools and universities.
* Cultural and musical events featuring works of Russian authors.
Role of the Russian language in the world
The Russian language has deep historical roots and great significance for world culture. It is actively used not only in Russia but also in former Soviet countries and abroad, where there are Russian-speaking communities.
Besides being one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, Russian is also an important tool for scientific research, technical and economic interactions, and international diplomacy.
Conclusion
International Russian Language Day is not only a holiday for native speakers but also an opportunity for people worldwide to familiarize themselves with a culture and literature that has a significant impact on world heritage. The holiday helps strengthen the position of the Russian language in international communication and culture and helps preserve and pass on linguistic heritage to future generations.