Western Christianity event

The Presentation of the Lord

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In Western Christianity, The Presentation of the Lord, also called Candlemas or Hypapante (or "the Meeting" in Greek), is part of an early episode in the life of Jesus Christ where Mary and Joseph presented Jesus at the Temple in Jerusalem in order to officially induct him into Judaism.

This day is traditionally observed as a Feast, which includes reciting the Gloria.

Here are some ways you can observe this day according to Western Christian tradition: