In his message on Good Friday, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, greeted Christians, and said – ‘Good Friday reminds us about the struggles and sacrifices of Jesus Christ. A perfect embodiment of compassion, He was devoted to serving the needy and healing the sick’.
The PM took to Twitter and wrote: "Good Friday reminds us about the struggles and sacrifices of Jesus Christ. A perfect embodiment of compassion, He was devoted to serving the needy and healing the sick." Good Friday is a solemn day when Christians around the world commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Christians in India attend special church services on Good Friday. Many people also fast on Good Friday. The crucifixion of Jesus Christ comes at the end of the Holy Week, including Christ's return to Jerusalem on Palm Sunday; washing his disciples' feet and the Last Supper on Holy Thursday.
Three days after Good Friday comes the Easter Sunday, a day of celebrations after the resurrection of Jesus Christ, indicating new life.
