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History and Significance: Good Friday, known as "Veliki Petak" in Serbian, is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. It is part of the Holy Week preceding Easter Sunday. In Serbia, which primarily follows the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, the majority observe Good Friday according to the Julian calendar. However, there is a minority that celebrates according to the Gregorian calendar used in the West.
Traditions: Serbians who observe Western Good Friday may engage in various traditional practices:
Church Services: Devotees attend special church services where the story of Jesus' passion and crucifixion is recounted. The services are often solemn and reflective.
Fasting: Many adhere to a strict fast, refraining from meat, dairy products, and sometimes all food until sunset or throughout the day as a form of penance.
Veneration of the Cross: In some churches, there may be a veneration of the cross ceremony symbolizing mourning over Jesus' death.
Activities on Good Friday: On this day, Serbians who celebrate Western Good Friday often engage in quiet contemplation and prayer. Many spend time with family members:
Preparing for Easter Sunday through cooking special foods (that will be consumed after Saturday's midnight service) such as painting eggs which is an integral part of Serbian Easter traditions.
Engaging in charitable acts or helping those in need as an expression of empathy and kindness reflecting Jesus' teachings.
Good Friday remains mostly a day characterized by its spiritual significance rather than public celebrations or events due to its somber nature.
