Little Christmas
An Irish name for 6 January — the Feast of the Epiphany, which ends the twelve days of Christmas.
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An Irish name for 6 January — the Feast of the Epiphany, which ends the twelve days of Christmas. In Ireland, this is also known as 'Women's Christmas' (Nollaig na mBan in Irish), traditionally a day when women would rest while men took over household duties. The term is specific to Irish Catholic tradition.
In her family, Little Christmas was still observed as a proper occasion with a gathering and a shared meal.
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(Ireland) January 6th, the Feast of the Epiphany.
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