Holy Week ends with the feast of the Resurrection of Christ. Each day of this week is usually designated as “great“ or “passionate“ and for each of them there are special rules of conduct.
Monday
On Monday it is customary to clean the house and do laundry. According to church canons on this day you cannot swear, foul language and impure thoughts are prohibited. On this day you can eat bread, vegetables and fruits, but some believers observe a strict fast and spend Monday without food.
Singing and dancing on Holy Monday is a sin.
Tuesday
On this day, Christians remember the parables of the Second Coming of Christ, the ten virgins and the talents. On Tuesday, it is customary to finish mending, washing and ironing clothes. Preparations for the holiday continue: not only are clothes prepared, but also a tablecloth is chosen to cover the festive table and a towel to wear to the Easter service.
On this day, it is allowed to eat hot food without butter. In addition, you buy food for Easter, writes actualno.com.
Maundy Tuesday is a day for learning.
Wednesday
Wednesday is the day when Judas betrayed Christ for 30 pieces of silver. On this day, Christians remember his betrayal. On Holy Wednesday, it is customary to finish home repairs and prepare eggs for painting for Easter. It is believed that eggs bought on this day will not spoil for a long time.
On this day, drink water without oil.
Thursday
This day is popularly called Holy Thursday. It is customary to start with an early bath. It is believed that the water on this day acquires healing powers, and bathing and prayer help to preserve the health of the whole family throughout the year. On Thursday, it is customary to bake kozunaci. Before preparing the dough, you need to pray and clear your thoughts, otherwise it will not work out.
It is also customary to take communion on this day, as well as put bread and blessed salt on the table. Traditionally, on Thursday it is customary to buy new clothes for children. However, it is advisable not to give money, as this is reminiscent of Judas' betrayal.
Friday
This day is known as Good Friday. This is the most solemn day of Holy Week. In memory of Christ's suffering, it is forbidden to eat food. It is believed that "whoever laughs on Friday will cry for a whole year". An integral part of the services on this day is the Shroud - a large canvas depicting the body of Jesus Christ in the tomb. Eating is prohibited until it is taken out at the evening service.
According to legend, Joseph of Arimathea wrapped the body of Jesus Christ after His suffering and death on the cross in the Shroud of Turin.
Saturday
This day is considered a day of rest. Holy Saturday commemorates the burial of Christ and his victory over death in hell and entry into heaven. On this day, the painting of eggs and the assembly of the Easter basket are completed.
In the evening, the Holy Liturgy is celebrated, after which the good news of the Resurrection of Christ is announced.