On the tenth day of Pentecost, known as Shavuot in Jewish tradition, the celebration marks the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. In the Christian context, it is recognized as the day when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles, empowering them to speak in various languages and marking the birth of the Christian Church. This event, described in the Book of Acts, signifies the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the apostles' public ministry.
On the day of Pentecost, there were many followers present who spoke many different languages. In a miracle, all at once all those present understand all the other languages, in their own tongues.
Jesus did not meet the disciples on the day of pentecost.
The fiftieth day after Easter (7th Sunday) is Pentecost.
Pentecost is celebrated as the day the Holy Ghost was sent to the Church.
The Easter season is followed by the Pentecost season, which begins on Pentecost Sunday.
Indeed, Pentecost and Mother's Day fall on the same day this year, 2008 (on May 11).
It is important because Pentecost is the day the Holy Ghost was sent to the Church.
Pentecost Sunday is always the 50th day after Easter.
All of the disciples were filled with the Holy Ghost on the day of Pentecost, and 3000 were added to the Church on that day.
The Holy Spirit came to the apostles on the day of Pentecost. He filled them and they began to speak in new tongues.
Roman Catholic AnswerThe Sunday after Pentecost is Trinity Sunday.
No. Christmas Day is the day we celebrate Jesus' birthday. Pentecost is the day the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples.