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    When is Palm Sunday 2024 and why is it celebrated?

    by Tom Herbert and Lola Christina Alao Mar 19, 2024 2 minutes
    Source: Pixabay

    Palm Sunday is now just days away, with the annual Christian commemoration marking the start of Holy Week.

    Observed on the last Sunday before Easter by Christians of many denominations, Palm Sunday is one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar.

    So, what is the story behind it? Here's everything you need to know.

    What is Palm Sunday and how is it related to Easter Sunday?

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