The Strange Thing Catholics Do Before Easter
Walk into a Catholic church during Holy Week… and something feels different.
Statues are covered.
The crucifix is hidden.
Even the most sacred images disappear behind purple cloth.
So why do Catholics cover statues before Easter?
In this video, we explore the deep meaning behind this powerful Catholic tradition during Lent and Holy Week. Discover how the Church uses silence, symbolism, and even absence to prepare the faithful for the Passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Whether you are Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant, or simply curious, this explanation will help you understand one of the most mysterious practices of the Church.
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