All Souls' Day Countdown 2025

All Souls' Day Countdown 2024 - 2025

What is All Souls' Day?

All Souls' Day, observed on November 2nd each year, is a day of prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed in many Christian traditions. It follows All Saints' Day and is part of Allhallowtide, the triduum of All Saints' Eve (Halloween), All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day.

Historical Background

All Souls' Day has a rich history in Christian tradition:

• 998 AD: St. Odilo of Cluny established a day of prayer for the dead on November 2
• 13th century: The custom spread throughout the Roman Catholic Church
• 16th century: The practice was retained in some Protestant traditions after the Reformation
• Present day: Observed by various Christian denominations worldwide