Christians all around the globe celebrate this special day…
On Friday, 07 April 2023, Good Friday is observed. This important day represents humility and reverence by Christians all around the world.
Christians believe that Jesus was killed on Good Friday and returned three days later on Easter.
It is commemorated as part of the Paschal Triduum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday during Holy Week and may overlap with the Jewish observance of Passover.
Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday and Easter Friday are all names for Good Friday.
According to the Bible, the Roman authorities apprehended, tried, and crucified Jesus.
Jesus was compelled to carry his cross to his execution location, Golgotha or Calvary, where he was crucified on the cross and left to die.
He died after several hours of agony, and his corpse was taken and placed in a grave.
Good Friday is significant for Christians because it shows Jesus Christ's last sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins.
It is a solemn day of mourning, fasting, and reflection on the death of Jesus.
It represents God's love and grace, as he gave his only son to save humanity.
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