What is another word for Good Friday?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈʊd fɹˈa͡ɪde͡ɪ] (IPA)

Good Friday is a solemn Christian holiday that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is also known by various synonyms depending on the region or tradition. In the Western Church, it is sometimes called Holy Friday or Great Friday. The Eastern Orthodox Church calls it the Friday of Sorrows or Passion Friday. In many Latin American countries, it is called Viernes Santo, while in German-speaking countries, it is known as Karfreitag. Regardless of the name, Good Friday is a day of mourning and reflection for Christians worldwide as they remember the sacrifice of Jesus and the hope of his resurrection.

What are the hypernyms for Good friday?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    holy day, Christian holiday, religious celebration.

Famous quotes with Good friday

  • The Good Friday Agreement and the basic rights and entitlements of citizens that are enshrined within it must be defended and actively promoted by London and Dublin.
    Gerry Adams
  • The last months, weeks and days have seen accelerating discussions, involving the DUP for the first time, about a comprehensive agreement which would see all outstanding matters dealt with and the Good Friday Agreement implemented in full.
    Gerry Adams
  • We have to make sure the Good Friday Agreement works.
    Gerry Adams
  • To me, Good Friday represents one of the most important events in the evolution of religious beliefs and humanity, not only for Christianity but for mankind in general, for it represents the greatest sacrifice by Jesus Christ as much as the exceptional suffering and passion in Jesus Christ’s‘ life. This sentence by Jesus Christ, “Father, forgive them they know not what they do.“, signifies the ultimate and the highest level of forgiving despite the venomous actions and horrible sins of enemies. Good Friday is the special day for meditation on the sufferings and sacrifices made by Jesus Christ for mankind, and most importantly, for gathering the strength to forgive one’s worst enemies regardless of their unacceptable actions.
    Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Related words: Christian holiday, Easter, Friday the 13th, Holy Friday, Good Friday celebration

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