Groundhog Day – Celebrating the 33rd Day of the Year
Every year, in Punxsutawney, PA, an event celebrating Groundhog Day takes place. Men in tall, stupid hats dress up, pick up a groundhog, and see if it makes a shadow.
And they take it REALLY seriously:
This event is held annually on the date written in all parts of the world as 2/2![]()
22 is the Master Builder number.![]()
This event always takes place in close proximity to the Super Bowl, where 22 men are always on the field.![]()
2+9+4+7 = 22
If the groundhog sees his shadow, it’s supposed to mean winter will last for six more weeks.![]()
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The event is held annually by the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club.
They were formed in 1899![]()
February 2nd is always the 33rd day of the year![]()
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The event features Punxsutawney Phil from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
P is the 16th letter of the alphabet.![]()
22 and 33 are both master numbers. 22 + 33 = 55![]()
The 33rd degree of Scottish Rite Freemasonry is its highest.
“Punxsutawney, PA” = 58 (Full Reduction)
“Punxsutawney” = 58 (Reverse Full Reduction)
“Six more weeks” = 58 (Full Reduction)
“Groundhog Day” = 67 (Single Reduction)
“Punxsutawney, PA” = 67 (Single Reduction)
The event is held at “Gobbler’s Knob” = 67 (Reverse Full Reduction)
Just when you thought all the P.P. was enough sexual innuendo…
The first mention of Groundhog Day dates back to 1840

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The event didn’t become official until 1887

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“James L. Norris” = 158 (Jewish Ordinal)
“Freemasonry” = 158 (Reverse Ordinal)
Perhaps this explains why they all wear top hats.
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