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The Historical Significance of Good Friday

Good Friday is one of the most solemn days in Christianity, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday, it marks the culmination of Holy Week and serves as a day of reflection, mourning, and reverence. Historically, Good Friday traces back to the early Christian church, when believers honored Jesus' sacrifice for humanity. According to biblical accounts, Jesus was arrested, tried, and sentenced to death by crucifixion under the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. His execution, believed to have occurred around A.D. 30, is seen as the ultimate act of redemption, paving the way for salvation in Christian theology. The name "Good Friday" may seem paradoxical, given the suffering endured by Jesus. However, the term "good" in this context is understood to mean "holy" or "pious," signifying the sacred nature of the day. Across the world, Christians observe Good Friday through fasting, prayer, and special c...

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Your daily horoscope: March 19, 2025

 

HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

Neptune, planet of spirituality, is strong on your birthday this year, making you acutely aware that you need to get along with all sorts of people and in doing so make the world a much better place. Yes, one person can make a major difference.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20):

A new solar year is about to begin. You don’t have to do anything special but you must strive to maintain a positive frame of mind. What you accomplish over the next few weeks could change your life for the better for many years to come.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21):

The sun moves into the most sensitive area of your chart tomorrow and today’s sun-Neptune union could also leave you feeling a bit vulnerable. Don’t try to keep your feelings secret. If you let loved ones know what you need they will get it for you.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21):

If there is something in your life you are not 100 per cent happy about then start looking at ways you can change it. If you can’t come up with any good ideas yourself try asking a friend who knows you well – they may have a few suggestions.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23):

Cosmic activity in and around the career area of your chart will make you increasingly ambitious over the next few days, but as both Mercury and Venus are moving retrograde at the moment you must think before you act. Risk-taking is best avoided.

LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23):

One of the best times of the year begins tomorrow when the sun enters the most adventurous area of your chart. Anywhere you feel you have been held back in life is where you must now focus all your energy. All things are possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

You need to accept that you will have to be more realistic about your aims over the next few weeks. One of the reasons you won’t be able to move ahead at top speed is because your money situation won’t allow it. Sort that out first.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

Partners and colleagues will want more of a say in joint activities when the sun moves into your opposite sign tomorrow and if you are smart you will let them come up with a few suggestions – some of which may actually be worth following.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

According to the planets you have a large backlog of work to get through, so clear your mind of all other interests and distractions and focus on what must be done over the next few days and into the weekend. Get on top of your workload now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

The sun’s move into the most dynamic area of your chart tomorrow means it is time to stop feeling sorry for yourself and start making plans that can make your future a great place to be. What is it you want most from life? Go after it now!


CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

You need to let loved ones know how you feel and the sun’s move into the domestic area of your chart tomorrow will make that easier. However, as communications planet Mercury is moving retrograde you must choose your words carefully – don’t scare them!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

You may be inclined to reject a social invitation because you have too much work to do but don’t be hasty. You have been so busy of late that both your mind and your body are in need of some down time. It’s okay to enjoy yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

A sun-Neptune link in your sign will bring deeper insights into what has been going wrong in your life, and how to put it right. If you get the chance to make use of that information over the next 24 hours don’t hesitate – act immediately!


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