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Ancient origins and classic cultures

The celebration of motherhood is due to ancient civilizations. in GreeceSpring festivals honored ResumeThe mother of Olympus gods, while in RomeSpecialized rituals Sibli (Magna Mater) fertility and renewal. These events, although they are not directly related to Mother’s Mother’s Day, created the idea of dispelling the mother’s personality through societal shows and celebrations.

Cible (Magna Mater) note of fertility and renewal

S. Sunday motherhood In England

In the century SixteenthS. UK I developed Sunday motherhoodAnd it is celebrated on the fourth Sunday of the Great Fasting. Initially, it was the day of visiting the church where it was baptized (“Mother Church) And families were collected. Siminil. Over time, history was included in the honors in the Virgin Mary, and then, for biological mothers, while preserving religious features to this day.

Modern creation in the United States

The contemporary version of Mother’s Day came USA At the beginning of the century xxPaid Anna Garvis. After the death of your mother, Ann Reeves GarvisActivist who established clubs to improve health conditions and support mothers during the civil war, I It started a campaign in 1907 to create an official day. in 1914President Woodro Wilson He was responsible on the second Sunday of May as a national holiday.

Anna Maria Garfis (May 1, 1864 – November 24, 1948) was the founder of Mother’s Day in the United States.

Anna Garvis Throughout history as an intimate celebration, with handwritten letters and family visits. However, the fast marketing (Flowers, cards and gifts) prompted her to combat their tarnishing, even protesting in court and announcing: “I did not create Mother’s Day to make a profit.”.

Global expansion and adaptation

The impact of the American model on many countries. node BrazilThe official date was conducted in 1932 Written by Getúlio Vargas, align itself with the second Sunday of May. in Portugal, Portuguese women’s youth Initially put today December 8 (The day of the pure pregnancy) in the fifties of the last century, later transferred it to The first Sunday of May To avoid disputes with religious celebrations.

Contemporary duality: traditions for work

Currently, Mother’s Day is one of the most popular events in the world, with billions of dollars move in flower sales, jewelry and experience. Ironically, it maintains its emotional essence while giving families priority to symbolic meetings and gestures. History also differs: While countries like us and Brazil adopt May, countries like the United Kingdom maintain Sunday motherhood In March.

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