THE Holy Week It is one of the most significant celebrations for Catholics, uniting faithful around the planet in honors, prayers, meditations, retreats and deep devotion. In Brazil, this date is characterized by symbolic traditions.
The period starts with the SUNDAY OF RAMOS which marks the end of Lent-a period of 40 days that is intended for the preparation for the celebration of Christ’s passion, death and resurrection-starting on Ash Wednesday, right after Carnival.
THE Holy Thursday marks the beginning of the call “Paschal Triduum” which also covers the Good Friday and the Hallelujah Saturday . This day is dedicated to the recall of Last Supper of Jesus with your disciples. In addition, it is the moment Jesus was betrayed and taken to prison.
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When is it a holiday and optional point?
The Holy Friday, which will be celebrated on the 18th, is a national holiday . On the other hand, Thursday (17) and Saturday (19) are considered optional days . Easter, which will occur in the Sunday (10), is also a holiday .
The holiday is a date officially established by law, either federal, state or municipal, where most work and educational activities are suspended.
The optional point is a employer or public agency to release or not their employees and employees . There is no obligation to suspend activities, or compensation.
This content was originally published on April 17: Is Holy Thursday holiday or optional point? Understand on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil
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