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Germany Observes Karfreitag with Silent Processions and Climate-Driven Changes

Traditional processions across German cities mark Good Friday, while drought cancels Potsdam’s Easter fire and church leaders call for peace and reconciliation.

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Overview

  • Berlin's ecumenical procession gathered 500 participants, addressing themes like antisemitism, racism, gender rights, and climate change.
  • In Lübeck, 400 participants walked the historic Kreuzweg, focusing on societal fears and the need for resilience under the motto 'Angst in der Welt – Haltung üben.'
  • Lohr am Main continued its centuries-old silent procession with 600 participants carrying heavy religious figures depicting the Passion of Christ.
  • Potsdam's largest Easter fire was canceled due to ongoing drought and high wildfire risk, reflecting climate challenges impacting traditions.
  • In the Philippines, extreme Good Friday rituals included self-crucifixion and flagellation, with Ruben Enaje reenacting the act for the 36th time.