Good Friday “Venerdi Santo”

April 14, 2017 by Giulia Martinelli

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Date(s) - 14/04/2017
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A day of solemn observance where churches are cloaked in black and purple. It is symbolized by fasting, processions, and feet-washing rituals.

Filed Under: Spain, Italy, France

“Gossip”--Early politicians required feedback from the public to determine what was considered important to the people. Since there were no telephones, TV's, or radios, the politicians sent their assistants to local taverns, pubs, and bars who were told to "go sip some ale" and listen to people's conversations and political concerns. Many assistants were dispatched at different times. You go sip here" and "You go sip there." The two words "go sip" were eventually combined when referring to the local opinion and, thus we have the term "gossip."