Good Friday

Good Friday, the most somber day of the year, is a day of solemn church services centering on the Death of Christ. The sorrowful mood is enhanced by such plaintive hymns as "Ludu, moj ludu" and "W Krzyzu cierpienie." The violet draping is removed from the Crucifix, which is displayed for public veneration, and a tableau of Christ's Tomb is unveiled.

Strange but True
On Good Friday no animals could be slaughtered or bread baked, and mirrors covered over. The use of combs was not allowed.

Polish Traditions