How Mother’s Day Began
Mother's Day is a special occasion celebrated annually in many countries around the world to honor and appreciate the contribution of mothers in our lives. However, do you know how this tradition began? Join us as we take a look at how the fantastic tradition that is called Mother’s Day began!
The idea of celebrating Mother's Day can be traced back to ancient Greek and Roman times when festivals were held in honor of the mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. In the 16th century, Mothering Sunday was celebrated in England on the fourth Sunday of Lent, when people returned to their "mother" church to honor the Virgin Mary.
The modern version of Mother's Day originated in the United States in the early 20th century. Anna Jarvis, a social activist and philanthropist, is credited with starting the tradition of Mother's Day in the United States. She was inspired by the dedication of her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, who was a community activist and had organized Mother's Day Work Clubs to improve health and sanitation in her community during the Civil War.
After her mother's death in 1905, Anna Jarvis began campaigning for a national holiday to honor mothers. She wrote letters to influential politicians and prominent people, including President Woodrow Wilson, and organized events and campaigns to promote the idea of a national holiday.
Finally, in 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation designating the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day. The day was to be a national holiday to honor mothers and to express gratitude for their selfless love and sacrifices.
Since then, Mother's Day has been celebrated in many countries around the world, although the dates and traditions may vary. In some countries, Mother's Day is celebrated on a different day or in a different month, such as the International Women's Day on March 8th.
The tradition of celebrating Mother's Day has a rich and diverse history, and it has evolved over time to become a global celebration of the love and gratitude we have for our mothers. It is a day to honor and appreciate the hard work, sacrifice, and unconditional love of mothers everywhere. So, let's celebrate Mother's Day with joy and gratitude, and let our mothers know how much they mean to us!