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Mark your calendars for August 15, because it's time to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption! This Christian holiday commemorates the belief that Mary, mother of Jesus, was taken up into heaven both body and soul. It has been celebrated since the 6th century and is a significant day for Catholics around the world. The feast is also known as the Dormition of Mary in Eastern Orthodox churches and is a symbol of hope and faith in the divine. So let's take this day to honor Mary and all her virtues while also rejoicing in our own spiritual journey.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>6th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Mention of the Feast</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Feast of the Assumption started to be mentioned in Christian texts during the 6th Century, evidencing its early celebration within the Christian community.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>687</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Assumption Ritual Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pope Sergius I, in 687, ordered the celebration of four major Marian feasts in Rome, one of them being the Feast of the Assumption.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1054</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Feast Survives East-West Schism</div><div class='timeline-text'>After the East-West Schism of 1054, both Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches continued to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption, identifying it as a shared tradition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Assumption Defined as Dogma</div><div class='timeline-text'>On November 1, 1950, Pope Pius XII declared the Assumption of Mary as an article of faith for Roman Catholics, further cementing the celebration's religious significance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Present Day</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Observance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Today, the Feast of the Assumption is celebrated worldwide with processions, masses, and various cultural festivities, reflecting its enduring importance in Christian tradition.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a mass or religious service</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The Feast of the Assumption is a religious holiday, so one way to celebrate is to attend a mass or religious service at your local church.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a traditional Italian feast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The Feast of the Assumption is a significant holiday in Italy, so why not celebrate by preparing and enjoying a traditional Italian feast with your family and friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a pilgrimage to a holy site</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many people make pilgrimages on the Feast of the Assumption to holy sites associated with the Virgin Mary. Consider taking a pilgrimage to a local shrine or church dedicated to her.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an Assumption-themed art piece</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make an art piece that reflects the Feast of the Assumption. You could paint a picture, make a collage, or even create a sculpture.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read about the history and significance of the holiday</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about the history and significance of the Feast of the Assumption. You can read books or articles, watch documentaries, or attend a lecture or workshop on the topic.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates an important religious event</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Feast of the Assumption commemorates the belief that the Virgin Mary was taken up to heaven after her death. This event holds great significance in the Catholic and Orthodox Christian faiths, and is celebrated with various religious ceremonies and traditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings communities together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Feast of the Assumption is celebrated in many countries around the world, bringing people from different backgrounds and cultures together to honor and remember the Virgin Mary. This celebration promotes unity and solidarity among believers and non-believers alike.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It is a time for reflection and gratitude</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many, Feast of the Assumption is not just a religious holiday, it is also a time for personal reflection and gratitude. It serves as a reminder to appreciate life and all of its blessings, and to remember the sacrifices made by the Virgin Mary for the good of humanity.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Feast of the Assumption is a Public Holiday in Many Countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from Vatican City, several countries such as Greece, Italy, Lebanon, Spain and others mark this day as a public holiday, reflecting its widespread observance within Christian communities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Virgin Mary is Considered the Patroness of the Sea on this Day in Costa Brava</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the Costa Brava region of Spain, people commemorate this day by putting candles in hollowed-out watermelons and set them adrift in the sea as a tribute to Virgin Mary, who is considered the patroness of the sea.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Largest Feast of Assumption Procession Takes Place in the City of Cosenza, Italy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Cosenza hosts the largest procession during the feast which features soaring floats, some more than 46 feet high and weighing up to 16 tons.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Blessing of Grapes and First Fruits is an Armenian Tradition on the Feast</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the Armenian Apostolic Church, they bless grapes and other fruits after the Divine Liturgy on the Feast of the Assumption.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Statues are Paraded through the Streets in Sicily</h3><p class='facts-content'>In Sicily, Italy, it's a tradition to parade statues of the Virgin Mary through the streets on the Feast of the Assumption, followed by celebration with fireworks and food.</p></div></div>
The Feast of the Assumption is celebrated on August 15th every year. In 2024 the Feast of the Assumption will occur on a Thursday.
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