is a unique 鈥� and uniquely solemn 鈥� day in the Christian calendar.
It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus, ahead of what鈥檚 a central tenet of faith for believers 鈥� his resurrection two days later on Easter Sunday, according to the Gospels.
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