Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi and several other political leaders greeted the nation on the occasion of Good Friday.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Rahul Gandhi and several other political leaders greeted the nation on the occasion of Good Friday.
Taking to Twitter, PM Modi shared: “Today we remember the sacrifice of Lord Jesus Christ. His life, rich ideas and exemplary courage are the sources of strength for many. His teaching emphasises a world free from inequality and injustice.”
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Congress president Rahul Gandhi too wished people on the occasion. “Peace be with each and every one of you, this Good Friday,” he posted on Twitter.
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Former President Pranab Mukherjee tweeted: “On the occasion of #GoodFriday let us pray that the supreme sacrifice of Lord Jesus strengthens our soul and guides our path. May we always have the strength to get through our struggles & hardships.”
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Several other politicians including BJP leaders Mahesh Sharma and Shahnawaz Hussain wished Good Friday to the people of the country.
Good Friday, also known as a ‘Holy Friday’ or ‘Black Friday’ signifies the day when Jesus Christ was crucified on Mount Calvary in Jerusalem, nearly 2,000 years ago. It is a day of mourning for members of the Christian community.
People offer prayers and exchange good wishes on this day.
In Kerala, Christians participated in the Good Friday mass in large numbers. The Good Friday mass timings differ according to church denominations, starting from 8.30 am and ending as late as 3 pm in some churches.
After Good Friday comes the Easter Sunday, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
(With inputs from IANS)
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