April 14, 2023 is Good Friday. It was on this day that Jesus Christ was crucified. The holiday is celebrated on the last Friday before Easter and is one of the most important and solemn days of the Orthodox Church. On this day, believers remember the sufferings of Christ and express their faith and love for God.
The history of the holiday is linked to the events described in the Gospel. That day, Jesus was betrayed and arrested, then he was found guilty by a court and sentenced to death on the cross. Jesus was crucified on Golgotha with two thieves and died after several hours of torment.
Good Friday is a day of mourning and sorrow for all believers. On this day, the church does not serve as a liturgy, but organizes offices dedicated to the sufferings of Christ. Believers come to churches to pray and read the Gospel. After sunset, believers gather in churches to read Compline and lead the burial ceremony of the Lord. After that, Great Saturday begins, when the church prepares for the Easter holiday.
On April 14, divine services are held in churches
What absolutely cannot be done on April 14?
On this day you can not organize noisy and funny events, decorate houses and street lamps, listen to loud music and watch TV. Instead, you should remain silent and focus on prayer and meditation on the suffering of Christ.
What can you do on April 14?
It is recommended to dedicate this day to prayer, in peace and quiet.
You can go to visit friends and relatives, organize a small party.
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