Advent (from the Latin word adventus, meaning "coming") is a season of the Christian church, the period of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus, in other words, the period immediately before Christmas. It is the beginning of the Western Christian year and commences on Advent Sunday. The Eastern churches begin the liturgical year on 1 September.[1] The Eastern Christian equivalent of Advent is called the Nativity Fast but it differs both in length and observances.
The progression of the season may be marked with an Advent calendar, a practice introduced by German Lutherans. At least in the Roman Catholic calendar, Advent starts on the fourth Sunday before December 25; in other words, the Sunday between November 27 and December 3 inclusive.
Latin adventus is the translation of the Greek word parousia, commonly used in reference to the Second Coming. Christians believe that the season of Advent serves a dual reminder of the original waiting that was done by the Hebrews for the birth of their Messiah as well as the waiting that Christians today endure as they await the second coming of Christ.
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The Spice Girls in action again!! confused where to look because there were four cameras on the go!!
some of the fresh fruits being served
banquet of food!! yummy!! yummy!! some were served in the kitchen because the table was already full!
fruit salad, ham, bread, cassava cake, fresh fruits, veggies salad, lumpia at the upper right corner,,, etc..
I finally lighted the last candle of advent today. Christmas is on our way! may you have a great one in this Yuletide season!! Again and again, I want to greet each and everyone a very Merry Christmas and a More Bountiful New Years!! Cheers!!
Hi to all! It is the third Sunday of Advent already. Advent is celebrated by Christians who prepare for the coming of the Birth of Jesus. It is derived from Latin word adventus which simply means "coming ". It is also the time or period before the coming of Christmas. This morning I already lit the third candle in our advent wreath while taking my breakfast. I am alone this weekend since my husband have to go to work.
