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culturereligion2 years ago•2 min saved

"Understanding the Celebration of Orthodox Christmas 13 Days Later"

Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7th by certain Eastern Orthodox churches, such as the Russian Orthodox Church, due to their adherence to the ancient Julian calendar, which is 13 days behind the Gregorian calendar used by most of the world. Other Orthodox churches have adopted a revised Julian calendar that aligns with the Gregorian dates. In Ukraine, the date of Christmas has also become a symbol of national identity, with some churches celebrating on December 25th as a stance of cultural independence from Russia. In North America, observances vary within traditions, with some celebrating on December 25th and others on January 7th. Eastern Orthodox Christmas traditions include a significant worship service on the night before Christmas.

via The Associated Press|

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world2 years ago•2 min saved

"Understanding Leap Year 2024: Significance, Calendar Impact, and February 29 Explained"

The year 2024 is a leap year, meaning it includes an extra day, February 29, to keep our calendar in alignment with the Earth's orbit around the sun. Leap years occur approximately every four years to compensate for the fact that a solar year is slightly longer than 365 days. The Gregorian calendar, established by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582, dictates that a year is a leap year if it is divisible by 4, except for end-of-century years, which must be divisible by 400. This system ensures our seasons and calendar remain consistent over time. Leap Day also has cultural significance, especially for the approximately 5 million people worldwide born on February 29, who often celebrate their birthdays on February 28 or March 1 during non-leap years.

via CBS News|

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