The first century Jewish historian Josephus, (b. 37 A.D.), tells us about the crucifixion of the Temple lambs during Jesus' crucifixion.

The Paschal candle typifies Jesus Christ, “the true light which enlighteneth everyone that cometh into this world."

Consider the treacherous action of Judas.

Fr. Scott Haynes After Jesus has washed their feet, had put on His robes, and had returned to the table, He said to them, ‘Do you know what I have done to you?’ John 13.12. This night ushers in the most holy time of the Christian year, the Sacred Triduum. In this privileged time, we follow Christ on His via dolorosa . On this night, before His arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, we are with Our Lord in the Upper Room. There, with the twelve apostles, He washes their f

Fr. Scott A. Haynes Byzantine Icon of the Harrowing of Hell In the Apostles’ Creed we profess that Christ “descended into Hell.” For those unfamiliar, the Harrowing of Hell is an ancient tradition wherein, in the interim between Good Friday afternoon and Easter morning, Our Lord stormed the Gates of Hell and released those who had been there but were destined for Heaven. Harrowing of Hell, ‘Winchester Psalter’ or ‘Psalter of Henry of Blois’ Since salvation can only co

Fr. Scott Haynes A beautiful Catholic tradition speaks of a crucifix called the Cross of Forgiveness, before which a sinner came again and again to confess his sins. The story reminds us of a profoundly Catholic truth about repentance and mercy. Christ does not delight in the ruin of the sinner. He desires his return. As the Lord says through the prophet Ezechiel: “Is it my will that a sinner should die, saith the Lord God, and not that he should be converted from his ways,

Fr. Scott Haynes A Meditation for Monday in Holy Week A Meditation on John 12:1-9 J esus therefore, six days before the pasch, came to Bethania, where Lazarus had been dead, whom Jesus raised to life. And they made him a supper there: and Martha served: but Lazarus was one of them that were at table with him. Mary therefore took a pound of ointment of right spikenard, of great price, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair; and the house was filled wi

The Blessing of the Palms, as preserved in the Roman Rite, is a solemn liturgical act that anticipates the triumphal entrance of Christ.

The people gathered holding triumphal palms as they greeted Jesus, shouting, "Hosanna to the Son of David."

Fr. Scott Haynes Ingrediente Domino by George Malcom is conducted by Martin Baker with the Westminster Cathedral Choir. This beautiful music follows the procession of the palms and is sung as the procession enters the church to begin the Mass. On Palm Sunday the Church sings Ingrediente Domino as Christ, mystically present in the sacred rites, comes once more to His holy city. The chant places before us the scene of the Gospel with remarkable vividness: “As the Lord entered

The Stabat Mater is the hymn of Our Lady of Sorrows. It is frequently sung in the Stations of the Cross.

Cristo de la Mano Tendida is a unique crucifix found along the Camino de Santiago.

Learn how Judas Iscariot betrays Christ on Spy Wednesday and makes a business deal for thirty silver pieces.

The ceremonies of today are an interesting and dramatic representation of the Passion of Our Lord. They are divided into three parts, each having its own historical interest.

This blessed night is full of contrasts. Consider the institution of the Priesthood and of the Holy Mass and how then Judas betrays Christ.

Composed in 1598 upon the death of Philip II, Versa est in luctum is a suitably majestic motet for six voices - the music conjuring the heavenly harps, organs and voices referred to in the text. Filmed at St Bartholomew the Great, London. My harp is turned to grieving and my flute to the voice of those who weep. Spare me, O Lord, for my days are as nothing.

Learn the traditions practiced in the richness of Catholic Cultures throughout the world.

Sing Ye to the Lord (arr. G. Hancock) · Beverly Hills All Saints' Church Choir

Is it nothing to you, all ye that pass by? behold, and see if there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow, which is done unto me, wherewith the LORD hath afflicted me in the day of his fierce anger.

The Reproaches of Victoria are sung on Good Friday during the Adoration of the Cross.