Holy Triduum
The Holy Triduum, also known as the "Easter Triduum" or "Paschal Triduum," consists of the three days from the evening of Holy Thursday through Resurrection Sunday. It is the most important place on the liturgical calendar, and marks the end of the lenten season for Catholics.[1]
This period commemorates the Christian faith in the Resurrection of Jesus after the Passion of Christ and his Crucifixion. It is the ultimate fulfillment of the Jewish Passover (Pasch), giving it the name "Paschal Triduum." Thursday is marked by the Mass of the Lord's Supper, in reference to His last supper, and the Sunday by the Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord.[1] Friday is noted for John's fulfillment of the prophecy of Isaiah.[2] It is a day of fasting and abstinence for many.[3] It is at the Sunday mass that the sacred oils are blessed and consecrated.[4]
This celebration originated in apostolic times, and after the second century expanded from celebration of the Easter Vigil to all three days.[5]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-year/triduum/
- ↑ http://www.liturgyoffice.org.uk/Calendar/Seasons/Triduum.shtml
- ↑ https://www.catholiccompany.com/getfed/the-easter-triduum-what-is-it/
- ↑ http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/liturgical-year/triduum/questions-and-answers.cfm
- ↑ http://www.churchyear.net/triduum.html