April Fools’ Day 2023: This day has been observed for centuries, but its true origin is unknown. April Fools’ Day is also known as April Fools’ Day and is celebrated in some countries on the first day of April. It is held on April 1, 2023 (Saturday).
It is one of the funniest days of the year and is celebrated by playing practical jokes and spreading hoaxes. These pranks and their victims are known as “April fools”.
According to some historians, this day was first celebrated in 1852 when France switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, and some believe it is related to the change of seasons.
According to the most common belief, the Romans of ancient times began to celebrate the New Year in April, while in medieval Europe, on March 25, the New Year was celebrated as a festival. In 1852, Pope Gregory VIII established the Gregorian calendar (the currently valid calendar), based on which the new year begins in January.
This calendar was first accepted by France, but according to Janushruti, some people in Europe do not accept this calendar and do not know about it. As a result, those who celebrated New Year according to the new calendar were considered foolish by those who celebrated New Year in April according to the old calendar, and the trend of April Fools’ Day or April Fool’s Day has been growing ever since. there.
Folk tales associated with April Fool’s Day
1. A long time ago, there was a jolly king named “Moxer” in Greece. One day, he dreamed that an ant had swallowed him alive. When his sleep was broken in the morning, he started laughing loudly and remembered his dream. When his wife asked him why he laughed, he said: “Last night I dreamed that an ant swallowed me alive.” Hearing that, the queen also started laughing. Then an astrologer told the king that this dream means “you should live the day of laughter and joking” and that it was the first day of April. So, since that April 1st, every year is celebrated as a day filled with laughter.
2. According to another folk tale, Apsara befriended the farmer and said: “If you drink a pot of water in one gulp, I will do you a favor.” The hard-working farmer immediately picked up a jar full of water, drank it in one gulp, and asked Apsara for a favor. She said: “You are very naive. From today I give you a boon that you will make everyone laugh with your clever words.” Then, from that moment, the farmers started making people laugh, and thus a festival of laughter was born that we call Fish Day.
3. Once upon a time, in Spain there was a king named “Mounto Ber”. One day, he announced a contest in which he told everyone that whoever wrote the most truthful lies would be rewarded. On the day of the contest, thousands of letters of “true lies” were sent to the king, but the king was not satisfied with those letters. Finally, a girl came and said: “Maharaja, I am mute and blind.” Hearing that, the confused king asked: “What evidence do you have that you are really blind?” Then the girl said: “You can see the tree planted in front of the palace, but I can’t.” The king laughed a lot about this. He gave the girl a prize for the misguided joke and announced to everyone that now we will celebrate Stingray Day on April 1 every year. Since then, this tradition has begun.
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4. Four friends live in the city of Athens in BC. One of them considers himself intelligent and likes to put others down. So, the three remaining friends came up with a trick and told him that last night a unique dream appeared. In a dream, we see a goddess standing in front of us and saying that tomorrow night a divine light will appear on top of the hill and give the desired blessing so you must go there with all your friends. me.
The friend who considers himself smart should believe in the dreams of other friends. At a certain time, he and some others reached the top of the mountain to see the divine light, and his other friends hid themselves to see the stupidity of their intelligent friend. Slowly, gradually, the crowd began to grow, and the moon and stars also began to shine in the sky, but no divine light was seen, nor did any names appear. That day was April 1, and from that day the custom of trick-or-treating began every year in Athens. Later, gradually, other countries also adopted it and started fooling their acquaintances on April 1. This is how April Fools’ Day was born.
April Fools’ Day events
1. On the occasion of “April Fools”, in France there is an interesting program of idiots, poets and satirists. This program runs continuously for 7 days. Young people participating in this fun event must wear girls’ dresses. Those who can trick them will be rewarded.
2. In China and France there is a tradition of sending colorful parcels and distributing sweets on the occasion of “April Fool’s Day”. Children laugh a lot on this day. People wear wild animal masks and threaten tourists.
3. The event was held on the occasion of “April Fool’s Day” in Rome, lasted 7 days and was fooled by sending a parcel with colors like China.
4. On “April Fool’s Day” in Japan, children fly kites by writing a statement, and the person looking for the kite becomes the “April Fool”.
5. In England, on the occasion of “April Fool’s Day”, many attractive entertainment programs are organized. In this show, people are fooled by singing silly songs.
6. In Scotland, “April Fool’s Day” is called “Hunting for Fun”. On this day, “stealing chickens” is a special custom here. The chicken owner doesn’t care either. In addition, people deceive each other by finding new ways.
April Fools’ Day 2023: Wishes & Messages
- Be unique and creative when making jokes and pulling practical jokes on those around you. Best wishes on April 1st to you.
- The perfect time to ask a girl out is right now! If he makes changes that’s great; Otherwise, have fun with April Fools’ Day!
- You’d be foolish not to celebrate April Fools’ Day because it celebrates the inner stupidity we all possess. Wishing you a happy April Fool’s Day.
- What distinguishes a smart person from a fool? An idiot keeps reading messages sent by smart people. Did you see my message any other time?
- Your tongue cannot touch your elbow. And if you just try to do that then you are definitely a fool. Wishing you a happy April Fool’s Day.
- The big day has arrived. With loved ones, have a little fun and laugh a little. stupid day
- Wishing everyone a happy April 1st! May you never be too old to still respect your inner child!
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