nagyhét

Nagyhét is the Hungarian term for Holy Week, the annual observance in Christianity that commemorates the final week of Jesus Christ's life, from his triumphal entry into Jerusalem to his crucifixion and burial. It is the week leading up to Easter Sunday.

The observance begins on Palm Sunday, remembering Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem where crowds welcomed him with palm branches. The days that follow in Nagyhét have specific observances. Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, and Holy Wednesday often focus on Jesus' teachings and interactions with his disciples and adversaries in the days before his arrest.

Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday, commemorates the Last Supper, where Jesus shared his final meal with his apostles, instituting the Eucharist. It is also the day of his betrayal by Judas Iscariot. Good Friday is a solemn day of remembrance for Jesus' crucifixion and death, often marked by fasting, prayer, and reflective services. Holy Saturday is the day between Jesus' death and resurrection, a period of waiting and anticipation, leading up to the Easter Vigil.

Throughout Nagyhét, many Christian denominations hold special services and engage in practices that reflect on the Passion of Christ. The themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the promise of eternal life are central to the spiritual reflection during this significant period in the Christian calendar. The observances culminate in the celebration of Easter Sunday, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus.