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When Rome embraced Christianity, the early Church fathers decided it was better to incorporate certain aspects of pagan rituals into the new faith rather than attempt to abolish them altogether. Carnival became a period of abandon and merriment that preceded the penance of Lent, thus giving a Christian interpretation to the ancient custom.
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What is the date of mardi gras in?
Mardi Gras in 2009 is February 4.
What date will mardi gras be in 2009?
Mardi Gras was February 24, 2009.
When do the mardi gras parades start?
Mardi Gras parades start about two weeks before Mardi Gras day. The date of Mardi Gras changes each year since the date of Easter changes. Mardi Gras day always falls the day before Ash Wednesday.
What is the theme for Mardi Gras 2013?
There is no official Mardi Gras theme. But each parade may have a theme chosen by its organizers.
When is mardi gras this year?
Mardi Gras this year was on February 16
What date is Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans in 2013?
Mardi Gras, 2013 is February 12.
What Is The Earliest Date For Mardi Gras?
February3rd
What was the date of Mardi Gras in 1959?
21 February
What is the date of Mardi Gras 2013?
February 12
What is the date of Mardi Gras 2016?
February 9, 2016
What celebration is like mardi gras?
Mardi gras
Who chose the Mardi Gras colors?
The colors of Mardi Gras were chosen by the King of Carnivals, Rex in 1872 and chose the colors were Purple,Green,and Gold which stood for Justice,Faith,and Power
