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Mardi Gras, celebrated on February 15th, has deep historical roots dating back to ancient Rome's Lupercalia festival, honoring a Roman deity. As Christianity spread, these festive traditions were embraced rather than abolished, leading to 40 days of feasting and masking before Easter. The tradition made its way to America in 1699, introduced by a French explorer. Today, Mardi Gras is synonymous with vibrant colors—green for faith, purple for justice, and gold for power—embodied in the iconic masks worn during this exuberant carnival celebration worldwide.
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History • Usually takes place on February 15th • Ancient Romans observed (Lupercalia) a circus-type festival • This festival honored Roman deity • Deity: a divine character or nature, a god or goddess.
History • When Christianity arrived in Rome, it was decided to incorporate these traditions into the new faith instead of abolishing them. • For 40 days before Easter, people would feast, wear masks. It was a carnival celebration. • This tradition has spread over the world.
History • Mardi gras came to America in 1699 by a French explorer • Traditional Mardi Gras colors are green, gold, and purple • Green- symbol of faith • Purple- symbol of justice • Gold- symbol of power
