Saints Peter and Paul
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Definition
Proper noun: - A Christian feast day: This term refers to a specific liturgical feast day in the Christian calendar that jointly honors the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul. It commemorates their martyrdom and is observed on June 29th.
Usage
- The term is used as the name of a specific religious observance.
- It is often capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a feast day.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The feast is formally known as the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.
- In some contexts, the day may be referred to simply as St. Peter and St. Paul's Day.
Variants and Related Words
- Feast of Saints Peter and Paul: A common alternative name for the observance.
- Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul: The formal liturgical title for the feast day.
Synonyms
- St. Peter and St. Paul's Day
- Feast of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul
Notes
- This term specifically denotes the itself, not the individuals separately. The individuals are referred to individually as Saint Peter and Saint Paul.
- The reference to being "first celebrated in the 3rd century" provides historical context for the establishment of this feast.
Noun
- first celebrated in the 3rd century