Good Friday 2023: 6 interesting facts about the holy day

For Christians, Good Friday is a day to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity and to contemplate the meaning of his death.

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Good Friday is a day of remembrance and mourning for Christians around the world, as it commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is a significant Christian holiday that is observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. Here are some interesting facts about Good Friday you probably didn't know about:  (Unsplash)

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The name "Good Friday" is believed to have originated from the term "God's Friday," which later became "Good Friday."  (Unsplash)

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Good Friday is also known as Holy Friday, Black Friday, or Great Friday in various parts of the world.  (Unsplash)

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In some countries, it is customary to eat fish instead of meat on Good Friday, as a way of honouring the sacrifice of Jesus.  (Unsplash)

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In some traditions, church bells are rung slowly and solemnly on Good Friday, and they remain silent until Easter Sunday.  (Unsplash)

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Many Christians around the world observe the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, which involves meditating on the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion.  (Unsplash)

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Good Friday falls on different dates each year, as it is linked to the lunar calendar and the date of Easter Sunday. (Unsplash)