This coming Sunday is Palm Sunday, a Christian observance that commemorates the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. It is recounted in all four gospels of the New Testament.
Jesus is described as riding on a donkey and being greeted by a crowd that waves palm branches and acclaims him as kingly messiah.
This event marks the beginning of Holy Week, which includes Maundy Thursday (the Last Supper and Institution of the Eucharist) and Good Friday (the crucifixion of Jesus). The following Sunday is Easter, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus, with its promise of newness of life for all believers.
