1.The second day of the week is Tuesday, coming after Monday. On the typical Western calendar, it falls between Monday and Wednesday.
2.Tuesday is regarded as a bad day in many cultures. Similar to how Friday the 13th is regarded in other cultures, Tuesday the 13th is regarded as unlucky in various Latin American nations.
This idea has given rise to sayings like "Tuesday's child is full of woe" and "never start a journey on a Tuesday."
3.Tuesday is named after the Old English phrase "Tiwesdaeg," which translates to "Tiw's day."
It was given the name Tiw or Tyr after the deity of single combat and the law.
4.Tyr, a Norse god associated with war and justice, is another name for Tiw.
He was renowned for his valour and valour, and to stop the wolf Fenrir from destroying the gods, he offered up his hand as a sacrifice.
5."Mardi" is another name for Tuesday in French. The Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, is referred to as "Mardi Gras".
6.Tuesday is referred to in Spanish as "Martes," which is also a translation of the Latin word "Martis," which means "Mars." Tuesday is related to Mars, the Roman god of war.
7.The Hindu god Lord Hanuman, a monkey who stands for tenacity and devotion, is celebrated on Tuesday. Hanuman is renowned for his devotion to Lord Rama and his brave acts, which include lifting mountains and performing aerial feats.
8.Tuesday is the second day of the week in Judaism, and it is thought that on this day, God created the waters. The Bible states, "And God said, 'Let there be a firmament in the midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters from the waters.'" God created the firmament and separated the seas that were below it from the waters that were above it.
9.According to astrology, the planet Mars, which stands for fire, vigour, and action, rules Tuesday. Tuesday births are associated with strong willpower, leadership potential, and a competitive nature.
10.The birthstone for Tuesday babies is the ruby. The bright red colour of rubies is well known, and they are said to bring luck, health, and happiness. Additionally linked to passion and love are rubies.
11.On Tuesdays, several fast-food establishments in the United States run sales or other special events. Examples include "Taco Tuesday" at various Mexican fast-food outlets and "Pizza Tuesday" at some pizza chains.