Good Friday

More about Good Friday

The day of Jesus' crucifixion, known as Good Friday, is a pivotal event in Christian theology, commemorating Jesus' sacrifice for humanity's sins. While the exact date is debated, the traditional view places it on a Friday, aligning with the Jewish Sabbath and the Passover festival. This timing is significant, as Jesus is often referred to as the "Lamb of God," symbolizing the sacrificial lamb of Passover.​

Timeline of Events Leading to the Crucifixion

Thursday Evening: Jesus shares the Last Supper with His disciples, instituting the practice of communion. Later that night, He prays in the Garden of Gethsemane. He is arrested and taken to trial.​

Friday Morning: Jesus undergoes trials before Jewish leaders and Roman authorities, including Pontius Pilate and Herod. Despite Pilate's initial reluctance, he ultimately condemns Jesus to be crucified.​

Friday, 9:00 AM (Third Hour): Jesus is crucified. The Gospel of Mark states, "It was the third hour when they crucified Him" (Mark 15:25).​


Friday, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (Sixth to Ninth Hours): A period of darkness falls over the land. The Gospels mention that from noon until 3 PM, darkness covered the land.​


Friday, 3:00 PM (Ninth Hour): Jesus dies. The Gospel of Matthew records that Jesus cried out loudly and yielded up His spirit at this time (Matthew 27:50).​


Friday Evening: Jesus' body is taken down from the cross and placed in a tomb before the Sabbath begins at sundown.