Pentecost
*Pentecost is the Solemnity of the Descent of the Holy Spirit, a Christian holiday that commemorates the day the Holy Spirit came upon Mary and the Apostles.
Meaning: The word "Pentecost" comes from the Greek word for "fifty".
When it's celebrated: Pentecost is celebrated 50 days after Easter.
What it commemorates: Pentecost commemorates the day the Holy Spirit came upon the Apostles in Jerusalem, while they were celebrating the Feast of Weeks. The Catholic Church also believes the Holy Spirit came upon Mary at the same time.
What it signifies: Pentecost signifies the beginning of the Christian church's mission to the world. It also represents renewal, as the coming of the Spirit works in the hearts of people.
How it's celebrated: Celebrations include church services, festive meals, processions, baptism, confirmation, ordination, folk customs, dancing, and spring and woodland rites.
Other names: Pentecost is also known as Whit Sunday, Whitsunday, or Whitsun.
*Pentecost is the solemnity celebrated 50 days after Easter. It commemorates the gift from God of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles of Jesus while they were in Jerusalem celebrating the Feast of Weeks. The Holy Spirit descended upon Mary at the same time.
Acts of the Apostles 1:14; 2:1-31
*Pentecost is a Christian feast day celebrated
Pentecost is one of the Great feasts in the Eastern Orthodox Church, a Solemnity in the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church, a Festival in the Lutheran Churches, and a Principal Feast in the Anglican Communion. Many Christian denominations provide a special liturgy for this holy celebration. Since its date depends on the date of Easter, Pentecost is a "moveable feast". The Monday after Pentecost is a legal holiday in many European, African and Caribbean countries.
The word Pentecost means fiftieth. It is also called Whit Sunday.
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