Maundy Thursday
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Earlier this week the King spoke of his "great sadness" at missing the traditional Maundy Thursday service, which was instead attended by Queen Camilla.
From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2024
The event is held every year on the Thursday before Easter, known as Maundy Thursday in Britain.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 28, 2024
Easter is the third day of the larger three-day festival known as Holy Triduum, which begins on the evening of Maundy Thursday, marking the night of Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples.
From Salon ● Apr. 17, 2022
The Lenten season either ends on the evening of Maundy Thursday or on Holy Saturday, during Holy Week.
From Fox News ● Mar. 2, 2022
In England the giving of gifts on Maundy Thursday has taken the place of foot-washing.
From Holidays & Happy-Days by Hendry, Hamish