Why Does Good Friday Have 'Good'? More About The Religious Significance!

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What Is Good Friday?

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Why Is This Sacrifice So Important?

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An Important Day

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Why Is It Called Good?

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Why Is It Celebrated?

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Traditions & Observances

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So, reflect on the sacrifices of Jesus Christ and feel gratitude on this day.

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