Good Friday 2022: History, Significance, Messages And Quotes

The major Christian eve 'Good Friday' marks the crucifixion day of Jesus Christ and is observed by the Christian community across the world with full enthusiasm.

This year Good Friday falls on Friday 15 April, it is observed on the Friday of the week preceding Easter Sunday. Good Friday is the biggest Christian festival worldwide along with Easter Sunday.

The occasion marks the conclusion of the Holy week which is believed to be the final week of Lent, a 40 days period of reflection and preparation before the Easter celebrations.

The followers of Jesus Christ during this holy period of 40 days observe fasting, offer prayers and give alms. Good Friday is honoured as part of Holy week during the Easter Triduum.

History & Significance:

Good Friday in the Christian community holds great significance as on this day Jesus Christ was crucified after he was brutally tortured and beaten.

People often wonder why such an occasion is called as 'good' as Jesus Christ not only faced punishment but was also executed on this day.

According to Christianity, it is believed that Good Friday is good because the crucifixion of Jesus was the sacrifice made by the son of God for its people.

Christian across the globe believes that Jesus Christ has sacrificed himself on this day so that the world gets rid of its sins.

Easter Sunday is celebrated just three days after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ to mark his resurrection from the dead.

Quotes by Jesus Christ:

1. "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you"

2. "I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through me"

3. "For what shall it profit a man, if he gains the whole world, and suffer the loss of his soul?"

4. "All my authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me"

Wishes and Messages to share on Good Friday:

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