History of Advent in Timeline
Advent is a Christian season of preparation and anticipation. It marks the beginning of the Western liturgical year, starting on the fourth Sunday before Christmas. The season has a dual focus: celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ (Christmas) and anticipating his Second Coming. The term 'Advent' is derived from the Latin word 'adventus,' which translates the Greek word 'parousia,' used in the New Testament and originally referencing the Second Coming.
1913: Catholic Encyclopedia Publication
In 1913, text from the Catholic Encyclopedia, edited by Charles Herbermann, was published, later becoming part of the public domain. This text discusses "Advent".
1917: Abolishment of Fasting
In 1917, the Roman Catholic Church abolished the requirement to fast during Advent, while still maintaining Advent as a period of penitence.
2011: Advent Labyrinth in Frankfurt-Bornheim
Since 2011, an Advent labyrinth consisting of 2,500 tealights has been formed for the third Saturday of Advent in Frankfurt-Bornheim.
