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Countries that celebrate the Ascension Day

The Ascension Day is a national holiday in several countries around the world. These include Austria, Portugal, Greece, Canada and Venezuela. It falls on the Sunday nearest to May 24th. The day has been celebrated since ancient times as it marks the ascension of Jesus into heaven after his crucifixion.

The day of Ascension is observed all over the world. In different languages, the word for Ascension is derived from different roots. However, the most widespread understanding of the day is that it marks the moment when Jesus ascended into heaven after his suffering and death on the cross. The commemoration of Ascension is profoundly spiritual and Catholic in nature, and it is celebrated by most Christians on the morning of May 21st.

Many countries celebrate Ascension Day in different ways. In Germany, for example, the day is celebrated with a large outdoor festival. The festival features music, art, and food. The festivities culminate in a giant balloon launch- a spectacular sight that is often seen as a sign of good luck. In many countries, such as the United Kingdom and Malta, Ascension Day is a national holiday. On Ascension Day, people typically go to church, listen to religious sermons, and spend time with family.

Some countries celebrate Ascension Day by waging religious wars. For example, according to traditional Hindu beliefs, the battle between the armies of God and the armies of Satan was fought on Ascension Day. As a result, many Hindus celebrate Ascension Day by waging religious wars in order to defend their beliefs. Other countries, such as the United States, celebrate Ascension Day by celebrating the triumph of good over evil. In these countries, people participate in religious service and sometimes donate blood in honor of Ascension Day.

Ascension Day is a day of celebration all over the world. In different ways, people celebrate Ascension Day by participating in religious service, going to church, and celebrating the triumph of good over evil.


Sources:

https://dayfinders.com/ascension-day/

https://www.holidayscalendar.com/event/ascension-day/

https://holidays-today.com/holidays/ascension-day.html

https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/common/ascension-day

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