Palm Sunday

Palm Sunday, also known as the Sunday before Easter, is a Christian holiday that commemorates Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. It is customary for churchgoers to receive palm branches or crosses made out of palm leaves.

Legend has it that on the very first Palm Sunday, Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, while crowds of people waved palm branches and shouted “Hosanna” (which loosely translates to “save us”) as if they were at a rock concert. This special entrance was not only a symbol of Jesus’ humility, but also his popularity among the people.

Today, Palm Sunday is celebrated with much fanfare all over the world. In some churches, the congregation even participates in a procession similar to the original one in Jerusalem. However, it should be noted that no donkeys are harmed in the making of this event.

As for the palm branches, many people take them home and display them for a while, until they inevitably dry up and become a fire hazard. Others are more creative and turn them into decorative crosses, which can be hung on a wall or used as a bookmark. Some even attempt to make palm leaf art, but let’s face it, most of us are not that skilled.

So, if you find yourself at church on Palm Sunday, don’t forget to grab a palm branch and wave it around like you just don’t care. And if anyone asks why you’re doing it, just tell them that you’re celebrating Jesus’ most stylish entrance ever.