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Whit Sunday in Iceland

Pentecost is a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whitsunday, or Whit Sunday.

Is Whit Sunday a Public Holiday?

Whit Sunday is on Sunday, June 9, 2019 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Iceland.

According to Christian texts, the Holy Spirit, often symbolized by a dove, descended on the apostles who received the gift of tongues. Pentecost celebrates this event.
According to Christian texts, the Holy Spirit, often symbolized by a dove, descended on the apostles who received the gift of tongues. Pentecost celebrates this event.
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About Whit Sunday

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Whit Sunday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2010SunMay 23Whit SundayNational holiday
2011SunJun 12Whit SundayNational holiday
2012SunMay 27Whit SundayNational holiday
2013SunMay 19Whit SundayNational holiday
2014SunJun 8Whit SundayNational holiday
2015SunMay 24Whit SundayNational holiday
2016SunMay 15Whit SundayNational holiday
2017SunJun 4Whit SundayNational holiday
2018SunMay 20Whit SundayNational holiday
2019SunJun 9Whit SundayNational holiday
2020SunMay 31Whit SundayNational holiday

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