Whit Monday traditions

The origin of the name "Whit Sunday" is generally attributed to the white garments formerly worn by those newly baptised on this feast.

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9 Jun 2025 — In the Eastern Orthodox traditions, Whit Monday is dedicated to honouring the Holy Spirit and is marked with special hymns and liturgies.

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There are a number of customs associated with Whit Monday. Cheese rolling and throwing competitions are held in some parts of England. In other parts of the ...

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4 Jun 2025 — At root it is clearly a religious festival and commemorates the descent of the Holy Ghost to the apostles. According to the Holy Scriptures, 50 ...

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3 Jun 2025 — An old tradition sees bachelors in Dutch cities and towns pick a girl to be the Pentecost bride. The girl is then adorned with flowers and ...

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Evening services and bible study sessions can be held at churches on Whit Monday. Whit Monday is celebrated on the 51st day after Easter Sunday and is a ...

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There were traditional sports like wrestling and archery, as well as more unusual ones, like trying to catch a greased or soapy pig, gurning (making a funny ...

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Prayer rallies and street marches are a part of Whit Monday celebrations. These are fun ways to celebrate, especially if you plan to participate with children.

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Traditionally, Whit fairs (sometimes called Whitsun ales) took place. Other customs, such as Morris dancing, were associated with Whitsun, although in most ...

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27 Apr 2016 — Another tradition for Whit Monday all over the world is relaxing and spending time with loved ones and having picnics. In Germany people ...

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