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Palm Sunday: A reflection on peace and purpose
Tempo
|April 13, 2025
Today is Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week, the day the faithful reflects on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
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Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent which leads to Easter. According to the Gospels, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding a humble donkey, while crowds greeted him with palm branches, shouting “Hosanna!” This seemingly jubilant procession was a quiet declaration of a different kind of kingship — one marked by humility, compassion, and sacrificial love.
Beneath the surface of the joyful procession lies a powerful invitation — not just for Christians, but for all — to pause and reflect not just on spiritual matters but also on the key challenges that affect the broader sections of our society and nation.
Let us reflect on the persistent issue of income inequality in our country, with a significant portion of the population struggling to meet basic needs. Let us rekindle our compassion toward those in need, fostering a society where everyone can thrive, and no one is left behind.
This story is from the April 13, 2025 edition of Tempo.
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