The word "mandatum" is also the first word sung in the liturgical ceremony for Maundy Thursday. Our English word, "mandate," comes from this word as well. Along with the other days of Holy Week ...

However, many days during the week preceding Easter Sunday, often referred to as Holy Week, also bear significance to faithful Christians. Palm Sunday begins Holy Week and commemorates the entry ...

Palm Sunday on Sunday, April 13 marked the beginning of Holy Week. The week is the most sacred week in the Christian liturgical year, commemorating the final days and resurrection of Jesus Christ.