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Blogs > OnDaFence > Bret's Blogisphere

OnDaFence 36M/44M
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4/18/2019 5:02 pm

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4/22/2019 9:35 pm
Good Friday


Good Friday is a solemn day commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible. It takes place the day after Maundy Thursday and two days before Easter Sunday. It is believed to have been observed since around 0 AD

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There are a few theories as to why this Friday is called "Good." Some think the name comes from "God's Friday". Others think the "Good" stands for "holy." Still, others think the "Good" is referring to the belief that Jesus the ultimate sacrifice for humankind's sins.



Prayer and fasting may be important parts of the day. Fasting was particularly important for the day early on in its observation. Many Catholics still fast, or partially fast by not eating any meat. Church services are often held in the afternoon, from around noon to 3 pm, as this is the time when Jesus is believed to have hung on the cross before dying. Many churches reenact the procession of the cross to Calvary, where Jesus was crucified; other Stations of the Cross are also reenacted. Candles are often extinguished in churches, and some churches drape black over paintings, statues, and crucifixes—the days' most important symbol—to show mourning. This is also done in some homes. Some also keep their homes somewhat quiet on the day, with little music, television, or computer use.



It is a public holiday in some countries, but not in the United States, although in some states it is a state holiday. Some employees get the day off. markets and many public schools and universities are also closed for the day.

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OnDaFence 36M/44M

4/18/2019 9:43 pm
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It rained jut enoigh to stop the field work so JD et al are getting a new building underway here. Think we will go out for Sunday Dinner so we don't have the mess.


Hungr4Yungr 75M
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4/19/2019 6:13 am

 Thank you for reminding us of the importance of this day. The pictures are very good. Happy Easter to all.


OnDaFence 36M/44M

4/22/2019 9:13 pm
    Quoting Hungr4Yungr:
    Thank you for reminding us of the importance of this day. The pictures are very good. Happy Easter to all.
So sorry I missed responding sooner... It got a little crazy around here when JD sprung the planting on me


OnDaFence 36M/44M

4/22/2019 9:35 pm
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Hope the weather went well for you out there camping!@




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