Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras (pronunciation: /ˈmɑːrdi ˌɡrɑː/), also known as Fat Tuesday, refers to the events of the Carnival celebration, beginning on or after the Christian feasts of the Epiphany and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday", reflecting the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before the ritual Lenten sacrifices and fasting of the Lent season.
Etymology
The term "Mardi Gras" is French for "Fat Tuesday", a reference to the rich, fatty foods traditionally consumed on this day before the start of Lent. The term is believed to have come into use in the United States in the 19th century, although the tradition itself dates back to medieval Europe.
Related Terms
- Carnival: A festive season that occurs before the liturgical season of Lent. The main events typically occur during February or early March.
- Ash Wednesday: The first day of Lent in the Western Christian Church, marked by services of penitence.
- Lent: The period of forty days before Easter in the Christian calendar, traditionally a time of fasting and reflection.
- Epiphany: A Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation of God incarnate as Jesus Christ.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mardi Gras
- Wikipedia's article - Mardi Gras
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