Green Thursday
Meanings
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- Synonym of Maundy Thursday.
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Etymology
Said to stem from the theme that this day's feast could include some fresh greenery because the first greenery of springtime is making its appearance during Holy Week, after a long winter of stored food only. The term has calques in various European languages.
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