The Real Thanksgiving

thanks⋅giv⋅ing 

–noun
1.
the act of giving thanks; grateful acknowledgment of benefits or favors, esp. to God.
2.
an expression of thanks, esp. to God.
3.
a public celebration in acknowledgment of divine favor or kindness.
4.
a day set apart for giving thanks to God.
5.
(initial capital letter) Thanksgiving Day.