Saint Patrick's Day

 Saint Patrick's Day  Saint Patrick's Day or also known as the Feast of Saint Patrick is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick the patron saint of Ireland. In the 17th century, Saint Patrick's Day was made an official Christian Feast Day observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and Lutheran Church. Saint Patrick's Day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. The Feast Day is normally celebrated by parades and festivals, and wearing green or shamrocks. Saint Patrick's Day is not only recognized as an official Feast Day and celebrated in Ireland and The United States, but also in Argentina, Canada, Great Britain, Japan, Malaysia, Russia, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and Montserrat. Saint Patrick's Day is also celebrated on The International Space Station. So when celebrating Saint Patrick's Day this year remember to wear green, have fun and join in the festivities.

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