Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
GPTKB entity
Statements (53)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Saint
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:church
gptkb:Marian_title |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Candlemas
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| gptkbp:celebrates |
Liturgical celebration
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Celebrated in various cultures
Influences Christian art Influences music and hymns |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Affirms Jesus' dual nature
Emphasizes the role of Mary Highlights the importance of the Temple Represents fulfillment of the Law Symbolizes hope and redemption |
| gptkbp:historical_event |
Established in the 4th century
Derived from Jewish purification rituals Recognized by the Council of Nicaea Spread to the Western Church |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Marks the end of the Christmas season
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
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| gptkbp:involves |
Sermons
Scripture readings Prayers and hymns |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Churches_worldwide
gptkb:Feast_of_the_Assumption gptkb:February_2 gptkb:Presentation_of_Jesus_at_the_Temple Community participation Family gatherings Rituals and ceremonies Feast of the Nativity Reflection and prayer Cultural festivities Candle blessing Mass or Divine Liturgy Procession of candles |
| gptkbp:is_observed_in |
gptkb:church
Anglican liturgy Orthodox liturgy |
| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
gptkb:White
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| gptkbp:origin |
Early Christianity
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| gptkbp:part_of |
Liturgical calendar
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| gptkbp:philosophy |
Luke 2:22-40
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| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Simeon
gptkb:Anna_the_Prophetess |
| gptkbp:significance |
Jesus' recognition as the Messiah
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| gptkbp:symbol |
gptkb:tank
Presentation Candles Purification |
| gptkbp:themes |
Light of the World
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| gptkbp:tradition |
Blessing of candles
Procession with candles |