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Moon--Christianity

The christian reliance on lunar timing comes from early connections to the jewish calendar, which is lunar-based.<br><br>Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal equinox (spring).<br><br>This method of calculation is known as the computus and reflects early Christian reliance on lunar cycles for certain religious observances.<br><br>Holy Week, the week preceding Easter.<br><br>Christian feasts, such as Pentecost (50 days after Easter) and Ascension (40 days after Easter), are determined relative to Easter.<br><br>Rogation Days, traditionally observed in the days leading up to

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Moon--Christianity

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  1. Christianity The christian reliance on lunar timing comes from early connections to the jewish calendar, which is lunar-based. Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal equinox (spring). This method of calculation is known as the computus and reflects early Christian reliance on lunar cycles for certain religious observances. Holy Week, the week preceding Easter. Christian feasts, such as Pentecost (50 days after Easter) and Ascension (40 days after Easter), are determined relative to Easter. Rogation Days, traditionally observed in the days leading up to Ascension (40 days after Easter). Ash Wednesday: Marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and repentance leading up to Easter (not counting Sundays). 1/1

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