An equivalent to Thanksgiving in Germany is Erntedankfest (Harvest Thanks Fest), which was celebrated on October 1 this year.
Erntedankfest in Germany is foremost observed through church services in both Catholic and Evangelisch (Lutheran) congregations, although many villages do decorate and celebrate as well. A hymn often used in the church services is "Wir Pflügen und Wir Streuen". Here is a youtube version with English translation "We plough the fields and scatter":
Happy Thanksgiving! Today I am thankful that I have been able to blog for over 1 year now about something dear to my heart and share ein klein bisschen German with you.
May you enjoy a day of Familie, Freunde, und Festlichkeit!
(Family, Friends, and Celebration!)
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