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The Hebrews believed that God created the Earth and heavens in seven days. This notion of a holy sanction for the seven day week was passed on to other peoples and religions, including Christians and Moslems.
Sunday is the Lord's day for Christians, yet it is named for the sun. Like many other days of the week it was actually named by the Norsemen who invaded England in the centuries preceding the Norman Conquest.
Monday is named for the moon.
Tuesday is named for the Norse God of War.
Wednesday was named after Woden (or Odin), the chief of the pantheon.
Thursday was named for the Scandanavian god of thunder, Thor.
Friday is the only day of the week named for a woman-- Frigga and she was the consort of Odin.
Saturday. It is the only day of the week in the English language that retained its Roman character. It takes its name from the Roman god of time and the harvest.
What else can I help you with?
Why is Easter on a Saturday?
It's not on a Saturday it's on a Sunday which is why it's called Easter Sunday.
Why do people have good Friday Easter Sunday and monday but no Easter Saturday?
For Christians there is an Easter Saturday although it is not as dramatic as Sunday or Friday. Friday is when Jesus died on the cross. Saturday is when Jesus was placed in the tomb and Sunday is when Jesus resurrected and went back to Heaven.
What is the last day of holy week?
It can be called Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday.
Why are are Saturday and Sunday called weekends?
because we are blessed, dont question it.
When was From Saturday to Sunday created?
From Saturday to Sunday was created in 1931.
Does Saturday immediately follow Sunday?
NO! Sunday immediately follows Saturday.
What is the duration of From Saturday to Sunday?
The duration of From Saturday to Sunday is 1.15 hours.
Saturday immediately follows Sunday?
NO! Sunday immediately follows Saturday.
Do kids go trick or treating on Saturday night or Sunday night?
it depends on what day October 31st is. If it is Saturday then Saturday if Sunday then Sunday
What fraction of the week is Saturday and Sunday?
Saturday and Sunday are 2/7 of the week
Weekends are Sunday and Saturday right?
Yes. Though usually it is said "Saturday and Sunday".
Which is the 42nd week of 2012?
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