The Day Jesus Died
Updated: Jan 13, 2021
Bettany embarks on a journey to uncover the meaning of Jesus' death on the cross, and finds out just why it still has significance today.
What is the meaning of Good Friday? Why do Christians honour the death of Jesus as a victory, whereas Jews and Muslims regard Jesus' crucifixion as a defeat and a humiliation? For many people Good Friday is all about hot cross buns; the Easter weekend and the start of Spring. But what's often forgotten is that it is in fact one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar. Bettany enlists a cast of leading figures from British Christianity, including Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury; John Sentamu, the Archbishop of York; Tom Wright, the Bishop of Durham; and Vincent Nichols, the Archbishop of Westminster, to explain the meaning of Good Friday.
Fascinating read, Bettany - reconstructing the final hours through archaeology and Roman sources really brings the period to life. I went down a rabbit hole on ancient Jerusalem afterwards, and when I finally needed a break I spent a few minutes on Wacky Steps, a little browser game. Off-topic, I know, but thanks for such an engaging piece.
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