AKA Name | Feast of Michael, Goose Day |
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2024 Date | 29 September 2024 |
2025 Date | 29 September 2025 |
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Michaelmas Day HistoryMichaelmas Day is a Christian observance honouring the archangel Michael, defender of good and slayer of evil. This day also acts as a commemoration of all the archangels, including Gabriel and Raphael. The celebration of Michaelmas has its origins in ancient Celtic and Anglo-Saxon cultures, where Michael was seen as a warrior saint battling the forces of darkness. As Christianity spread across Britain, the observance evolved, incorporating feasting and prayers to mark the occasion. In the United Kingdom, Michaelmas gained particular importance as one of the four Quarter Days when rents were due, leases began or terminated, and servants were hired or released. Over time, Michaelmas became associated with the tradition of eating a roasted goose, symbolising the prosperity and luck required for the coming year. In the United Kingdom, Michaelmas Day is observed annually on September 29th. While no longer a widespread public holiday, it remains significant for certain institutions, such as the legal profession and some universities. Traditional customs, such as feasting on a goose or engaging in agricultural competitions, prevail in some rural areas. Michaelmas daisies are often used as decorations to honour the event and add colourful hues to the autumn landscape. Michaelmas Day Facts
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