GOOD FRIDAY
The crucifixion and death of Jesus
April 7, 2023
Jesus dies on the cross; God accepts his sacrifice ( a sweet-smelling aroma)
The Friday before easter, the day on which Christians annually observe the commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. From the early days of Christianity, Good Friday was observed as a day of sorrow, penance, and fasting, a characteristic that finds expression in the German word Karfreitag (“Sorrowful Friday”). Taking place during Holy Week, the holiday is considered part of the Paschal Triduum on the Friday before Easter Sunday. The day is also widely known as Great Friday, Black Friday, or Holy Friday. Around the world, Good Friday is a national holiday in many countries, especially in the Catholic and Anglican nations. Fasting is the traditional way to observe this solemn day, followed by somber processions. Jesus sacrificed his life out of love for his believers and all mankind. His death was the ultimate sacrifice. Despite it being a terrible day in history, the event paved the way for mankind’s salvation, with Jesus being resurrected two days later.
Many Christians and Orthodox Christians celebrate the holiday with strict fasting, while others observe a partial fast involving the exclusion of meat. Participants also attend special church services and prayer vigils. Sometimes, Stations of the Cross is also a way of celebration. In this 14-step devotional practice, people retrace Jesus' final steps before his crucifixion.
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