Holy Week is a religious-Christian holiday celebrated every year around the months of March and April, according to the lunar calendar.
This act aims commemorate the stay of Jesus Christ on earth, specifically from his entry into Jerusalem, passing through the Stations of the Cross and culminating with the Resurrection.
Traditionally, Holy Week is represented by liturgical colors such as purple, red and white, although others with different meanings are also used.
Purple
The particular purple in Holy Week, and it symbolizes the union of humanity with Christ. The use of this tone reflects the effort that humans must make in favor of the eternal life that God promises, which is why it means redemption, repentance, faith, spirituality and sacrifices.
This color is observed in the tunic of the figure of the Holy Sepulcher, who symbolizes Jesus Christ at the moment of the Stations of the Cross, just before his crucifixion.
It is worn by millions of parishioners around the world, performing penance with its purple robes, or simply participating in processions with said clothing.
White
The color white is present in these religious festivals, and this color is synonymous with faith, purity and life itself, which is why its use is essential in churches and Christian congregations of all types in Holy Week.
It can be seen in the tablecloths, napkins and covers used in masses. It is also used in most of the costumes of saints as well as those worn by the Pope, pontiffs and nuns.
Red
On the one hand, red is related to passion and blood, specifically that which was shed by Christ for the forgiveness of sins committed by all human beings. On the other hand, it reflects the living fire of the Holy Spirit.
This color is used by the Catholic Church on special days, when there is a celebration or commemoration, such as Palm Sunday or the election of the pontiffs, for example.
Blue
Blue is used in the clothing of some virgins, in countries like Spain, for example, and to a certain extent in Latin America. Its liturgical meaning is oriented towards purity and virginity and is associated with heaven, from where God reigns.
Green
The color green in itself means many good aspects of nature, closely linked to the hope for the arrival of the Messiah for the salvation of humanity. It is a reminder of the importance of the virtue of hope for good in the world.
Gold and silver
Represented by gold and silver, we have the purity granted to the supreme being, which is why it is found in the sacred utensils and ornaments for communion, among other objects, whose use is ideal for the most important religious celebrations of the year.