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In the [[Christian]] [[calendar]], [[Holy Week]] is the week before [[Resurrection Sunday]] (also known as Easter). It begins on [[Palm Sunday]], and also includes [[Maundy Thursday]] and [[Good Friday]]. During Holy Week, the events of [[Christ]]'s [[passion]] are commemorated, including His [[Last Supper]], betrayal and [[crucifixion]].
[[Image:Rembrandt The Last Supper, after Leonardo da Vinci.jpg|thumb|[[Rembrandt]], The Last Supper, after Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural.]]
In the [[Christian]] [[calendar]], '''Holy Week''' is the week before [[Resurrection Sunday]] (also known as [[Easter]]). It begins on [[Palm Sunday]], and also includes [[Maundy Thursday]] and [[Good Friday]]. During Holy Week, the events of [[Christ]]'s [[passion]] are commemorated, including His [[Last Supper]], betrayal and [[crucifixion]].
Holy Week is one of the most important parts of the Christian year, particularly for [[Roman Catholic]]s, and sees elaborate celebrations in many parts of the world including [[Italy]], Mexico, [[Spain]] and other countries in [[Latin America]].
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== See also ==
[[Image:Russian Wall Cross.jpg|thumb|Russian Wall Cross.]]
*[[Famous Bible paintings]]
*[[Christian Cross]]
*[[Ash Wednesday]]
[[Category:Christian Rites]]
[[Category:Christian Rites]]