Septuagesima Sunday (Noun)
Meaning
The 3rd Sunday before Lent (or the 9th before Easter).
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The pastor's sermon on Septuagesima Sunday highlighted the themes of humility and reflection.
- On Septuagesima Sunday, many Christians take a moment to assess their spiritual growth before the Lenten season begins.
- Historically, Septuagesima Sunday marks the start of a three-Sunday sequence of introspection before Ash Wednesday.
- Some traditional Christian calendars observe Septuagesima Sunday as a somber precursor to the somber season of Lent.
- As a tradition, some congregations tone down the organ music and ornamentation on Septuagesima Sunday, reflecting a sense of modesty.