The seven days of Holy Week, which commemorate the final days of Jesus Christ's life leading up to Easter, are as follows:
- Palm Sunday
- Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, greeted by crowds waving palm branches
- Holy Monday
- Jesus cleanses the temple by driving out merchants and money changers, emphasizing the sanctity of God's house
- Holy Tuesday
- Jesus teaches in parables and delivers the Olivet Discourse, preparing His disciples for future events
- Holy Wednesday (Spy Wednesday)
- Judas Iscariot agrees to betray Jesus; Jesus is anointed with expensive perfume by Mary of Bethany
- Maundy Thursday (Holy Thursday)
- Commemoration of the Last Supper, where Jesus institutes the Eucharist and washes His disciples' feet, symbolizing servant leadership
- Good Friday
- Jesus is crucified and dies on the cross, representing the ultimate sacrifice for humanity's salvation
- Holy Saturday
- Jesus is buried and descends into hell; this day is marked by reflection and anticipation of the Resurrection
Holy Week concludes with Easter Sunday , celebrating Jesus' resurrection, but the core seven days are from Palm Sunday through Holy Saturday
