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Maundy Thursday in Colombia
Maundy Thursday commemorates Jesus Christ’s institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper, which is described in the Christian bible. The day is also known as Passion Thursday, Paschal Thursday or Sheer (or Shere) Thursday. It is the day before Good Friday and occurs during Holy Week.
Is Maundy Thursday a Public Holiday?
Maundy Thursday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Maundy Thursday remembers Jesus Christ's institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper.
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About Maundy Thursday
Read more about Maundy Thursday.Maundy Thursday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Thu | Apr 1 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2011 | Thu | Apr 21 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2012 | Thu | Apr 5 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2013 | Thu | Mar 28 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2014 | Thu | Apr 17 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2015 | Thu | Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2016 | Thu | Mar 24 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2017 | Thu | Apr 13 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2018 | Thu | Mar 29 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2019 | Thu | Apr 18 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
| 2020 | Thu | Apr 9 | Maundy Thursday | National holiday, Christian |
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