In which of the following religions is Easter and Good Friday celebrated? 

The correct answer is Christian.

Key Points

• Easter and Good Friday are significant observances in Christianity.
• Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary.
• Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, which is described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day of his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary.
• These events are central to Christian beliefs and are observed with various traditions and customs worldwide.
• Good Friday is observed during Holy Week on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday.
• Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday following the full moon that occurs on or after the spring equinox.

Additional Information

• Other Major Christian Festivals:
  • Christmas: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is observed on December 25th.
  • Pentecost: Commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ, and is observed on the 50th day of Easter.
  • Ascension Day: Celebrates the Ascension of Jesus into heaven, observed on the 40th day of Easter.
• Holy Week:
  • Palm Sunday: Marks Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
  • Maundy Thursday: Commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples.
  • Holy Saturday: The day Jesus' body lay in the tomb and the Harrowing of Hell.