Pentecost, the Christian feast that dawns fifty days after Easter, has a sacred symbolism all of its own. It evokes the solemn moment when the Holy Spirit descended, as recounted in the Acts of the Apostles, to enlighten the apostles with his divine presence. The customs and traditions that accompany it vary according to country and Christian denomination, giving this celebration a remarkable richness and diversity. Fran?ois Berdihan's book -La Pentec?te: Histoire, Religion, Coutumes et Traditions - is a truly accessible and exhaustive guide, inviting readers to plunge into the heart of this major Christian celebration. Through carefully chosen words, the author proposes an immersion in the mystery of Pentecost, offering a different perspective, a breath of renewal. The pages of this book lead the reader to contemplate the Christian feasts in their entirety, from their origins to their deepest meaning. The story focuses on key celebrations such as Christmas, Easter, Ascension and, of course, Pentecost. Every page is filled with revelations, revealing the unbreakable links between these festivities and the customs that accompany them. As the lines unfold, the text becomes the reader's invaluable guide through the biblical pages. Christian festivals of biblical origin, such as Easter and Pentecost, are meticulously dissected, while festivals instituted or encouraged by ecclesiastical authorities also find their place in this fascinating journey. The past unfolds in a graceful dance in the third part of the book, devoted to the history of Pentecost. The twists and turns of the centuries are delicately explored, revealing the evolution of this feast and the variations in its celebration across cultures the world over. The theological aspect of Pentecost finds its echo in the fourth part of the book. The author rigorously explores the writings of the New Testament, detailing the accounts of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the apostles and the sacred teachings that follow. The words become prayers, the phrases meditations, offering a profound understanding of the spiritual dimension of this celebration. Finally, the pages of this book open onto the Pentecost liturgy, describing the rites and traditions that accompany it within the various Christian denominations. The author offers a fascinating insight into the practices and customs that enrich this celebration around the world. -La Pentec?te: Histoire, Religion, Coutumes et Traditions - is a highly accessible and comprehensive work,

1. Pentecost
2. Holy Spirit
3. Day of tongues
4. Gift of tongues
5. Day of the coming of the Spirit
6. The apostles
7. Early Church
8. Christian festival
9. Fifty days after Easter
10. New Testament
11. Jerusalem
12. Divine manifestation
13. Baptism of the Spirit
14. Spiritual renewal
15. Miracle
16. Disciples of Jesus
17. Christian faith
18. Revelation
19. Community of believers
20. Liturgical celebration