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St. Stephen's Day is traditionally celebrated by the Catholic Church and its members on December 26, the day after Christmas. St. Stephen is known as the "protomartyr" as he was the first person to die specifically for their profession of the Christian Faith. The Church decided to place his feast day after Christmas in order to link the redemption of man to the hope death now holds for those who die in Christ's name.
St. Stephen's day is typically a national holiday in most Catholic countries, though it could be said that in modern times the 26th is only still retained as a holiday by most nations as a day to recover from the festivities and excesses of Christmas. St. Stephen's Day used to have its own proper festivities . Orthodox communities celebrate St. Stephen's day on December 27th or January 9th, depending on the calendar they follow.
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What is boxing day's other name?
st Stephens day
What is other name for boxing day?
st stephens day
What other name is used as boxing day?
St Stephens Day
December 26th is the holy day of what saint?
St Stephens
Is St Stephens day a Holy Day of Obligation?
.Roman Catholic AnswerNo, St. Stephen's (the day after Christmas) is not a Holy Day of Obligation.
What is anthor name for Boxing Day?
Boxing Day is also called St. Stephens Day
When is Boxing Day in relation to Christmas?
the day after Christmas day (otherwise known as st stephens day)
When was St. Stephens Courthouse created?
St. Stephens Courthouse was created in 1854.
Does Ireland Celebrate Boxing Day?
Yes, they do. However, it's commonly referred to as St. Stephens Day.
Where is the St. Stephens Branch Library in Hickory located?
The address of the St. Stephens Branch Library is: 3225 Springs Rd, Hickory, 28601 9700
Is dunnes stores open on st stephens day?
Most of them aren't open, check the dunnes website to see if its open in your area
Is Big Ben in St Stephens Tower?
No, Big Ben is inside the Clock Tower of the Palace of Westminster in London, England. St. Stephens Tower is at the entrance to the Houses of Parliament.
