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Palm Sunday is a Christian feast that falls on the Sunday before Easter. The day commemorates Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, an event mentioned in each of the four canonical Gospels. In Christian tradition, Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus on Good Friday and His resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Palm Branches: Reflecting the biblical account where followers laid palm branches in front of Jesus, churches distribute palm fronds or branches to their congregations. In some regions where palms are not readily available, branches from local trees may be used.
Church Services: Many Christians attend special church services on Palm Sunday. These services often include a procession of parishioners holding palms to recreate Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.
Blessing of Palms: The palms are blessed during the service, and participants often take them home to display as a reminder of their faith.
Passion Plays or Dramas: Some communities perform passion plays that tell the story of Jesus' last days, including His arrival in Jerusalem.
Crafts for Children: Children may engage in crafts making crosses from palm fronds or other art activities related to Palm Sunday.
Charitable Works: Some people take this time to participate in charitable events or give back to their communities as part of observing Lenten practices.
Palm Sunday is not a federal holiday in the United States; businesses and government offices are open as usual. However, it is widely observed across various Christian denominations including Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, and Anglican traditions. While it does not feature secular customs like Easter does with egg hunts and bunnies, it remains an important religious observance for many Americans.