During Holy Week, Christians commemorate the final week of Jesus Christ's life, focusing on key events leading up to his crucifixion and resurrection. The week begins with Palm Sunday, which marks Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, where crowds greeted him with palm branches and shouts of "Hosanna" as a sign of praise and recognition of him as the Messiah
. On Monday, Jesus entered the temple in Jerusalem and drove out merchants and money changers, expressing anger that the temple had become a marketplace rather than a place of worship
. Tuesday involved Jesus teaching in the temple and continuing his ministry, while on Wednesday (often called Spy Wednesday), the plot to betray Jesus was set in motion. Judas Iscariot agreed to betray Jesus to the religious authorities
. Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper, where Jesus shared a final meal with his disciples, instituted the Eucharist, washed the disciples' feet as an act of humility, and later prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane before being arrested
. Good Friday is the solemn day of Jesus' trial, suffering, crucifixion, and death on the cross. It is observed as a day of sorrow, penance, and fasting
. Holy Saturday marks the day Jesus was buried in the tomb and is often associated with a time of waiting and reflection on his death
. Finally, Easter Sunday celebrates Jesus' resurrection from the dead, symbolizing victory over sin and death and the foundation of Christian faith in eternal life
. Overall, Holy Week is a period of deep reflection on Jesus' sacrifice, suffering, and triumph, culminating in the joyous celebration of Easter
