Christians around the world celebrate Good Friday to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Every year, Good Friday falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday, which marks the end of Holy Week.

Good Friday is known by many other names such as Good Friday and Easter Friday. The date of Good Friday is not fixed and changes every year as it is observed according to the lunar cycle.

Christians observe Good Friday as a day of celebration and mourning to remember Jesus Christ, his death, burial and sacrifice.

Christians recognize the day by keeping fasting, offering special prayers, and visiting churches. Many churches conduct special services that commemorate Jesus' path to the crucifixion, such as the Stations of the Cross. Jesus' sacrifice for mankind and the significance of his death and resurrection are worthy of reflection at this time.

Good Friday 2023: some fun facts

Here is a list of some interesting facts about Good Friday that people should know.

Some people wonder if it is called Good Friday because it has been done with sadness and sorrow since Jesus Christ was crucified on this day. However, the main reason behind calling Good Friday with this name is that people believe that it is part of God's plan to save his people from their sins and show them the way of truth.

Some people believe that if they want their friendship with someone to last, they should share a hot bun while singing a special vision song: "Half for you and half for me, in between both of us, good things will happen." a try, as we think about.

Catholics do not eat meat on Good Friday. They choose either one full meal or two small meals.

People bake different sweets and cookies on Good Friday and eat them on Easter Sunday. It is believed to bring good luck and success.

The date of Good Friday is not fixed and changes every year based on the lunar calendar.

Some people think that shaving on Good Friday is good for your health and prevents headaches for another year.

A free outdoor festival The Passion of Jesus is held every year in London's Trafalgar Square. You can also enjoy it on Facebook.

Good Friday is celebrated publicly in many schools and banks across the country.

In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Good Friday in Cuba.

Since Good Friday is seen as a sad Friday in Germany, dancing is not allowed on this day and restaurants are closed. Violators must pay a fine of £1,000 (or $1,300).