Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi (Latin: Body of Christ) in Catholicism is a religious feast celebrated by Roman Catholics on the eighth Thursday after Easter, i.e. 53 days after Easter, to commemorate the institution of the Holy Eucharist. It is also celebrated by some in the Church of England and the Episcopal Church.

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Latin - Christ - Catholicism - Feast - Roman Catholics - Easter - Eucharist - Church of England - Episcopal Church

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The day of Corpus Christi is a national holiday in some Catholic countries.

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National holiday - Catholic countries

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