Good Friday - Religious observances interwoven with community life

Good Friday - Religious observances interwoven with community life

Blessed with sun, sand and serendipity, Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean. Steeped in culture, history and traditions, the country is also home to both multi-ethnic and multi-religious communities. Friendly and hospitable people welcome visitors with warm assurances of a remarkable sojourn.

Good Friday is accepted universally as a religious day commemorated by Christians denoting the crucifixion and finally the death of Jesus Christ. In Sri Lanka too Christian denominations mark this liturgical important date by prayer and fasting. As the day marks a significant milestone of the Holy Week many attend masses and prayer sessions culminating in the devotions depicting fourteen incidents and events of the final journey of Christ.

Good Friday has been declared a public holiday in the country allowing those of the faith to attend to their spiritual obligations. While most banking establishments remain closed, commercial organisations are open for business. Christians in Sri Lanka consider the week leading up to Good Friday important dates in their liturgical calendar. Devotees flock to churches congregating in prayer and reverence. Deeply religious suburbs will even enact the stations of the cross' along their main road. Not only is the entire community involved in the event, visitors will be amazed at both the theatrics and details surrounding the occasion.

More importantly, Good Friday holidays in Negombo is a very special time of the year as this season is regarded as the time to forgive and forget and celebrate the sacrifice made by Jesus Christ to rid the world of sin. According to the beliefs of those who follow the teachings of Christianity, the crucifixion of Christ is just as important as the day of his birth.

Visitors who travel to Sri Lanka will benefit by visiting the local travel site Truly Sri Lanka. As a nation of colour and beauty, Sri Lanka festivals promote racial harmony and imbue national pride. Moreover, as a multi-ethnic society with different religious denominations, these individual holidays are also important. The website offers a foretaste of all things Sri Lankan.

Suggesting local destinations, things to do, accommodation options and even a page for allied information such as weather and maps provide a veritable one-stop-shop. Truly Sri Lanka is an exceptional site for both locals and foreigners.

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