In 2025, pure, or great Thursday, dates back to April 17. It is a special day in the Christian tradition, which is celebrated three days before the Resurrection of Christ. Its meaning is in spiritual purification, repentance, prayer and physical preparation for Easter.
The essence of the holiday
Pure Thursday recalls the event of a secret dinner when Jesus Christ washed his feet to his disciples, showing an example of humility, love and service to his neighbor. The temples of this day carry out the rite of washing of the legs as a symbol of sacrifice and humility.
It is also a day of deep training - both spiritual and physical. Believers dedicate time to prayers, repentance, confession, as well as traditional cleaning in the home, which symbolizes the purification of the soul.
Traditions and preparation
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Prayer and repentance. This day is considered a right moment for solitude, prayers and deep reflections. Believers sincerely ask God forgiveness for sins.
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Confession. On a pure Thursday, many Christians confess to meet Easter with a purified soul.
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Home cleaning. According to the folk tradition, this day it is necessary to carry out general cleaning. It is believed that a clean house is a sign of readiness for Easter.
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Fast. Although pure Thursday has no harsh restrictions on food, believers are restrained and a lean diet.
What can be done:
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Pray, repent, ask for forgiveness.
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To clean up in the house before sunset.
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Attend worship, confess.
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Spend time in a family circle, adjusting for a bright holiday.
That is not possible:
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Work late or engage in hard physical labor.
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Quarrel, keep anger, insult others.
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Admire food or afford redundancy.
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To do things that contradict the spirit of purification and harmony.
Clean Thursday is not only a church holiday, but also a special state of mind, when it is important to clear the heart of image and negativity, and the house is from chaos. It is the day of silence, light and internal work on yourself, which prepares for the most important holiday - the Resurrection of Christ.
