Easter

Recall some aspects of Passover can clarify understanding of the Christian Passover. The Jews celebrated the Passover in commemoration of the eve of the exodus from Egyptian oppression in search of the Promised Land by God to Abraham. For Christians, Easter is Christ's passage from death to life and is the most important Christian holidays. On the Sunday before Passover, Jesus comes to Jerusalem to celebrate this feast with his disciples. Upon arrival is greeted as the Messiah but, a week, is sentenced to death and crucified. Consumed and redemption from sin and victory over death. During Holy Week recalls the triumphant entry into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ. During the Easter Triduum (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) are made central to Easter celebrations.