Good Friday: a Day of Fasting, Mourning and Solemn Processions
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For Greek Orthodox believers, Good Friday is a day of fasting and absolute mourning.
The Greek Orthodox Church reminds us about Jesus’ journey to the Cross and death, about his burial and the triumph of evil over good, until the latter triumphs once again with the Resurrection of Christ.
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Twelve Gospels are read on Holy Thursday evening and five on Good Friday morning narrating the tragic events from the Evangelists’ point of view.
What is Good Friday?
Good Friday reminds the faithful of how Christ was betrayed and arrested, about his interrogation and humiliation, his death sentence delivered from the High Priests and Pilate, and Peter’s denial and repentance. It also recounts Christ’s road to Calvary, as well as His crucifixion, death, and burial and the sealing of His tomb.