Good Friday Observance in Zambales, Philippines

Hundreds of life-sized religious images were paraded through the streets of San Antonio, Zambales, as the town observed Good Friday on April 3. Devotees known as camareros prepared the images for the procession.

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Good Friday is a significant religious holiday observed by Christians worldwide, marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. In the Philippines, a predominantly Catholic country, the observance often involves solemn processions and public displays of faith, reflecting deep-rooted cultural and religious traditions.

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LOOK: Devotees jostle to touch Jesus Nazareno in Good Friday procession

MANILA, Philippines — Some devotees of the Jesus Nazarene managed to push through the dense crowd on Good Friday as they tried to get closer to the revered image during the solemn procession in Manila. READ: Veteran ‘Kristo’ ends 37-year crucifixion on Good Friday In a series of photos, devotees were seen trying to touch

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