Good Friday is a special day for the followers of many Christian denominations. It is celebrated not only by Catholics, but also Orthodox and Protestant rites. As we can read on the msze.info portal, on Good Friday there is not only abstinence from eating meat, but also a quantitative fast.
Good Friday – the most important rules for the faithful
The ban on eating meat applies to all believers over the age of 14. Quantitative fasting is obligatory for Catholics between 18 and 60 years of age. It involves limiting food intake to one full meal and two incomplete meals. What is important, pregnant women as well as sick people (including diabetes) are exempt from complying with these rules. Good Friday is the day that commemorates the martyrdom of Jesus. Therefore, the Church recommends experiencing it with due seriousness. Therefore, the faithful should refrain from participating in games. Prayer and good deeds are recommended. Many people put off Christmas cleaning until the last minute. So can we do housework on Good Friday? It turns out that it is not forbidden. What’s more, we can also clean on Holy Saturday.
Good Friday – old traditions
In the past, Good Friday was a day when it was necessary to protect oneself against the action of evil powers. Before dawn, baths were taken in streams or rivers, which were supposed to have healing powers. Crosses were drawn on the door with chalk to ward off evil spirits. They were also not allowed to do any heavy housework or use tools. In the evening, festive dishes were prepared and eggs were decorated. Water after boiled eggs was supposed to ensure beauty and health, so it was not poured out, but hair was washed with it.
Source: Gazeta
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