The palm tree is an inseparable element associated with Easter. Palm Sunday, also called Passion Sunday, is an important day in the Catholic Church when, according to tradition, the blessing of Easter palms takes place. This custom dates back to the beginnings of the Middle Ages. Decorative twigs symbolize the beginning of a new life. According to beliefs, if they are blessed by a priest, they are supposed to protect against misfortune.
When is Palm Sunday 2024? Like Easter, it is a moveable feast
Palm Sunday, also called “Flower Sunday” or “Wierzbna” in Polish folk tradition, always falls seven days before Easter. In 2024 it falls on March 24 and is the last Sunday before Easter. For the faithful, this is an extremely important date because it is the most important day in the liturgical calendar, i.e. Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. On this day, Catholics take part in processions carrying palms or willow branches in their hands.
Is it possible to celebrate the same Easter palm every year? Many people are still wondering
Some people buy the Easter palm ready-made or decide to make it themselves at home. It is worth knowing that there is nothing stopping you from celebrating the same palm tree multiple times. Tradition says that after the solemn liturgy of Palm Sunday, the faithful should keep the blessed branches throughout the year to protect them from misfortunes. The following year they are burned to ashes, which are sprinkled on the heads on Ash Wednesday. According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, throwing a palm into the trash is sacrilege. says:
Sacred things designated by an act of consecration or blessing for divine worship must be venerated and may not be used for secular or improper use, even though they are the property of lay persons (canon 1171).
Source: Gazeta
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