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Palm Sunday (Entry into Jerusalem)

Palm Sunday (Entry into Jerusalem), by anonymous, 18th century
Russian School Icon with Entry into Jerusalem FA001223 Brighton Museum ^ Art Gallery anonymous, 18th century Public domain

Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by crowds waving palm branches and crying 'Hosanna!' Celebrated the Sunday before Pascha. The faithful carry palm or willow branches blessed at the service. One of the 12 Great Feasts. Marks the beginning of Holy Week.

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