Pfingstfest
Pfingstfest, commonly known as Pentecost, is a major Christian festival celebrated in German-speaking regions to commemorate the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, as described in the Acts of the Apostles. The name Pfingsten derives from the Greek pentēkostē, meaning fiftieth, indicating the feast held fifty days after Easter. In Western Christianity, Pentecost Sunday marks this event, and in many countries the following day, Pfingstmontag, is a public holiday.
The festival falls on Pentecost Sunday, which is the seventh Sunday after Easter, with the date moving
Liturgy during Pfingstfest emphasizes the gift and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Services typically include readings
In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, Pfingstfest is part of the broader Pentecost tradition within both Catholic