The tradition of Mother's Day originated in ancient Greece. On January 8, the ancient Greeks paid tribute to Rhea, the mother of the Greek gods. During ancient Roman times, these celebrations expanded in scale, often lasting for three days. However, the worship of goddesses in ancient times was rooted in superstition, differing significantly from today's respect for motherhood.
In the mid-17th century, the tradition spread to England, where the fourth Sunday of Lent was designated as Mother's Day. On this day, young people returning home would bring small gifts for their mothers.
The modern concept of Mother's Day took shape in the United States. In 1876, during a period of mourning for Civil War casualties, Anna Jarvis delivered a church lecture on Memorial Day, recounting stories of fallen heroes. During her prayer, she expressed a hope for the creation of a Mother's Day to honor mothers globally. Her vision later inspired the official establishment of Mother's Day in the U.S. and its global adoption.
