What is the First Day of the Week? Culture and Perspectives Explained

Discover what day is considered the first day of the week across different cultures and religions.

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The first day of the week varies by culture and religion. In most Western countries and the U.S., it's Sunday. However, in many Middle Eastern countries, it's Saturday, and in ISO-8601, the international standard, it's Monday.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why do some cultures consider Sunday the first day of the week? Sunday is viewed as the first day of the week in many Western cultures due to religious traditions, particularly in Christianity.
  2. What day is the first day of the week in ISO-8601? According to ISO-8601, the international standard, Monday is considered the first day of the week.
  3. How does the first day of the week vary by region? In many Middle Eastern countries, Saturday is regarded as the first day of the week, differing from both the Western and ISO-8601 standards.
  4. Is there a global standard for the first day of the week? While ISO-8601 designates Monday as the first day, many countries have their own cultural interpretations, resulting in no single global standard.

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