What does Advent literally mean?
“coming
The word “Advent” is derived from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming,” which is a translation of the Greek word parousia.
What is Advent and why is it important?
Advent Season is a very special time of year that sometimes gets lost in the bright lights of the Christmas season it precedes. The first day of Advent is the first day of a new Liturgical (or church) calendar and begins a four week period of preparation in anticipation of the nativity of Jesus at Christmas.
What is Catholic Advent?
Advent is the period leading up to Christmas. It starts on the Sunday nearest to 30 November and ends on the fourth Sunday before 25 December. The word ‘advent’ means ‘coming’. It is a time of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus.
What is the difference between Advent and Christmas?
Advent is the period of four Sundays and weeks before Christmas (or sometimes from the 1st December to Christmas Day!). Advent means ‘Coming’ in Latin. This is the coming of Jesus into the world. Christians use the four Sundays and weeks of Advent to prepare and remember the real meaning of Christmas.
How long does Advent last for?
This year, it’s 26 days long. Advent calendars, though, are more consistent. They’re all set up for a 24- or 25-day season, beginning December 1 and ending on Christmas Eve or, sometimes, Christmas Day.
Can you get married during Advent?
To this day, purple is the colour associated with Advent and Lent but it is worth noting that, although one can still get married in church during these seasons, both Roman Catholic and Protestant advice is that weddings should be ‘toned down’ as the whole Church is observing a period of penance.
How significant is Advent to our faith?
Advent reminds Christians of the sacred meaning of Christmas. Despite the secular preparations taking place, eg buying presents and going to parties, Advent reminds Christians to remember and prepare for the birth of Jesus. They may also attend carol services as part of Advent.
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