Good Friday 2023: Date, history, significance and more

Good Friday is also referred by different names including Holy Friday, and Easter Friday. Christians believe that holy figure Jesus Christ passed away on this day.

AFP
As we know Good Friday holds a significant place among Christians. This day is observed between Maundy Thursday and Easter Sunday. It falls on April 7, this year. Christians believe that Jesus Christ was crucified on this day. It is also known by various names such as Holy Friday, and Easter Friday.

The date of Easter and Good Friday is determined by the lunar cycle as well as the timing of the Jewish festival of Passover, which is based on the Biblical story of Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection.

According to scholars, the term 'Good' in Good Friday comes from the word 'pious', and Friday is the day when Jesus was crucified. Good Friday represents the triumph of good over evil, and Christians believe that through his death, Jesus Christ took away the sins of the world.


What is History of Good Friday?


Good Friday, known by various names, is not a day for celebration but rather a day of mourning for Jesus. It is believed that on this day, Jesus Christ suffered and died for the sins of humanity.

He was fastened to a large wooden cross with nails driven through his palms and feet, and this figure of Jesus Christ has become a sacred symbol of worship. Despite this event, the term "Good Friday" is believed to refer to "God's Friday," and people pray on this day for liberation from their pain and suffering.

ADVERTISEMENT

FAQs


Q1:Where was Jesus born?
Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem.

Q2:When is Good Friday?
Good Friday is on April 7.
Download
The Economic Times Business News App
for the Latest News in Business, Sensex, Stock Market Updates & More.
Download
The Economic Times News App
for Quarterly Results, Latest News in ITR, Business, Share Market, Live Sensex News & More.
READ MORE
ADVERTISEMENT

READ MORE:

LOGIN & CLAIM

50 TIMESPOINTS

More from our Partners

Loading next story
Business News › News › Trending › Good Friday 2023: Date, history, significance and more
Text Size:AAA
Success
This article has been saved

*

+