- circumcision, feast of
- This feast, formerly observed on January 1, commemorated the circumcision of Jesus, eight days after his birth. (See CCC 52)
Glossary of theological terms. John T. Ford. 2014.
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Circumcision, Feast of the — • As Christ wished to fulfil the law and to show His descent according to the flesh from Abraham. He, though not bound by the law, was circumcised on the eighth day (Luke, ii, 21), and received the sublime name expressive of His office, Jesus,… … Catholic encyclopedia
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Feast of the Circumcision — Feast of the Circumcision † Catholic Encyclopedia ► Feast of the Circumcision As Christ wished to fulfil the law and to show His descent according to the flesh from Abraham. He, though not bound by the law, was circumcised on the… … Catholic encyclopedia
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Feast of Fools — • A celebration marked by much license and buffoonery, which in many parts of Europe, and particularly in France, during the later middle ages took place every year on or about the feast of the Circumcision (1 Jan.) Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin… … Catholic encyclopedia
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Circumcision, The — A Feast of the Church observed on January 1st, in commemoration of our Lord s obedience to the Law of Circumcision and His receiving the Name Jesus (which see, also HOLY NAME). Originally this date was observed as the Octave of Christmas. Its… … American Church Dictionary and Cyclopedia
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