Georgia commemorates Jesus’ crucifixion

Orthodox Christians around the globe and in Georgia are commemorating one of the most significant days in the religious calendar – Good Friday – which marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

This is the day when Georgians dye eggs red, symbolizing the blood of Christ and rebirth and new life. A traditional sweet Easter Bread, Paska, is also traditionally baked today.

Good Friday is the most challenging day of Lent. In accordance with their confessor’s instructions, the most devout Orthodox Christians eat nothing all day or only receive bread and water.

Good Friday is a legal holiday in Georgia. Georgian Orthodox Christians believe no hard work should be done on Good Friday as the day is fully devoted to grief.

This picture was taken in one of the churches in the historical city of Mtskheta yesterday. The caption says: "If you have, give it away; if you do not have, take it."