The week’s concluding day, Easter Sunday, lands on the first Sunday following the Paschal full moon. This full moon occurs on or after the spring equinox, whose 2025 astronomical date was March 20.

Holy Week has begun for those who observe Lent, which means Easter is right around the corner. The weeks-long spring tradition is celebrated by millions of Christians around the world. The period ...

In terms of total content, the Gospels focus a third of their attention on this one week. Mark’s account is 25% about Passion Week; John’s is over 40% just about those fateful days.