Good Friday is the day Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Good Friday is the day that Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday and is often referred to as Holy Friday, Black Friday, or Great Friday. Good Friday is not a national holiday in any country but has become a public holiday in some countries, including Canada and South Africa. In other countries, such as Australia and New Zealand, Good Friday has been given its own tax-exempt status.
What does Good mean?
The word good has several meanings when used in relation to Christianity. The first meaning is an adjective describing something that is morally good or righteous. The second meaning refers to something that is pleasing or beneficial to someone or something else. When used in relation to religion, this word means a celebration of God’s goodness towards mankind.
What does it mean for Christians?
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ by Roman soldiers on April 3rd 33 AD (or 30 AD). The Romans were occupying Judea at this time and had strict rules about what was allowed during Passover week (the week leading up to Easter Sunday). According to Jewish law, no executions could be carried out during Passover week. However, because Jesus was crucified outside of Jerusalem at Golgotha (which means “place of the skull”), which was outside Roman jurisdiction, they were able to carry out his execution without breaking their own laws.
