Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday or Sheer Thursday, is the Thursday before Easter, commemorating Jesus Christ’s institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper. It marks the beginning of the Paschal Triduum (Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter) and is commonly observed with Holy Communion, foot washing, and the blessing of holy chrism (oil) in many Christian traditions worldwide.
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