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The Syro-Malabar Church's liturgical calendar is structured around nine distinct seasons. Here is the breakdown of these seasons:

1. Season of Annunciation (മംഗലവാര്‍ത്തക്കാലം | Subara) - This season marks the beginning of the liturgical year, starting on the Sunday between November 27 and December 3.

2. Christmas Season - Celebrated after the Season of Annunciation, it encompasses the feast of the Nativity.

3. Epiphany Season - This season follows Christmas and celebrates the revelation of Christ.

4. Lent - A period of penance and preparation for Easter, which includes fasting and reflection.

5. Holy Week - The week leading up to Easter, commemorating the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus.

6. Easter Season - Celebrating the Resurrection of Christ, lasting for several weeks.

7. Season of Pentecost - Following Easter, this season celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit.

8. Elijah-Cross-Moses Season - This unique season combines elements from the lives of these three biblical figures.

9. Season of Dedication - This final season acknowledges the Church and its mission.

These seasons guide the spiritual life of the community, reflecting the cycle of salvation history and facilitating the faithful's participation in the mystery of Christ.

For more detailed information, you can visit the source: Syro Calendar.

Here are some visual representations of the liturgical calendar:

These visuals can help you better understand the structure and flow of the liturgical seasons in the Syro-Malabar Church.