Maundy Thursday
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The event is held every year on the Thursday before Easter, known as Maundy Thursday in Britain.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 28, 2024
Since being discharged after what was determined to be a bout of bronchitis, Pope Francis has managed to fulfil most of his commitments, leading mass on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2023
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
He distributes the sovereign's doles to the poor on Maundy Thursday.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide by Various
