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The Great Week

 One of the most important religious occasions in the Philippines is Holy Week. It is known as the Great Week in the Greek and Roman liturgical texts because God performed great deeds during this week.During this seven-day festival, Filipinos have the chance to ponder their faith, remember Jesus Christ's death, and show their devotion through a variety of customs and practices. 

Beginning on Palm Sunday, which celebrates Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, Holy Week in the Philippines officially begins. Filipinos attend mass on this day and are given palm fronds as a memento of the event. On Holy Monday, a lot of believers visit churches and take part in the "Visita Iglesia," which entails stopping by seven churches to pray and consider the Stations of the Cross. Holy Week is a time for Filipinos to spend time with their families and friends in addition to participating in religious rituals. Many people use this time to travel and visit family members who live in other provinces. Aunts and cousins joined my family in Ilocos from Manila and Baguio to celebrate the week. Given that it had been a while since we had spoken, spending time with them was a blast. I relished catching up with cousins, watching the kids play, and, most importantly, celebrating the holy week.




In conclusion, Holy Week is a big deal in the Philippines, where the devout celebrate their religion and recall on Jesus Christ's sacrifices. This week was much-appreciated, and I'm glad I got to spend time with my family while honoring our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.



REFERENCES: Angela Marie Aurellado, April 9, 2023.

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