Updated March 31
Christians around the world are commemorating Good Friday, in what is one of the most important events in the liturgical year.
Good Friday processions featuring costumed actors reenacting the passion and crucifixion of Jesus Christ featured prominently in celebrations across the globe.
Enjoy the following photos of Good Friday events around the world.
Poland: A reenactment at the Sanctuary of Kalwaria Piekarska in Piekary Slaskie. Photo: Reuters
An actor playing Jesus Christ at a reenactment in Għajnsielem, Gozo. Photo: Charles Spiteri
Photo: Charles Spiteri
Lebanon: Christian men take part in a reenactment of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday in al-Qraya village. Photo: Reuters
Italy: Hooded penitents of the Arciconfraternita of Saint Monica carry crosses and torches as they take part in Good Friday procession long the streets of Sorrento. Photo: NurPhoto/Franco Romano
Indonesia: Catholic devotees participate in a re-enactment of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Pekanbaru. Photo: AFP
Philippines: Masked flagellants with bloodied backs walk in a line during Good Friday Lenten rites in Navotas, Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
Israel: People celebrate the Good Friday service at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Photo: Richard Blundell
France: An armed soldier stands by as Archbishop of Paris Michel Aupetit (C) stands in front of a cross on Montmarte Hill, Paris. Photo:AFP
Britain: Actor James Burke-Dunsmore plays the role of Jesus Christ, following the resurrection, during a performance of Wintershall's 'The Passion of Jesus' in Trafalgar Square in London. Photo: AFP
Germany: A Good Friday procession where actors re-enact Jesus' Way of the Cross in the historic town centre of Bensheim. Photo: DPA/Boris Roessler
India: A young Indian Catholic child holds a cross during a procession on Good Friday in Chennai. Photo: AFP
Spain: Penitents from the "Cristo Salvador" brotherhood take part in a Good Friday procession on a beach in Valencia. Photo: AFP
Haiti: People go downhill after walking the Way of the Cross during Good Friday celebrations at "Calvaire Miracle" hill in Ganthier. Photo: Reuters
Vatican: Pope Francis lies on the floor during Good Friday celebrations at St Peter's Basilica. Photo: Reuters