The origin of Advent is unknown, but it started in at least 480 CE. The word “advent” is an anglicization of the Latin word meaning “coming,” in reference to Jesus’s arrival. What are the best websites and smartphone apps to use for an Advent calendar for kids and adults?Īdvent is a holy time observed by many Western Christian churches in preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus at Christmas. Today is the beginning of Advent 2016 in anticipation of Christmas on December 25. It symbolizes the bringing of light into the dark winter months and is one of the most significant services in the Swedish ecclesiastical calendar.
Dating back to the 18th century, the Swedish tradition of Sankta Lucia shares many similarities with the advent procession. The Sankta Lucia Festival of Light procession walks through the Nave Sanctuary before performing for visitors at York Minster on Decemin York, England.
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