2026 GOOD FRIDAY
HISTORIANS SUGGEST: APRIL 3, 33 AD IS THE EXACT DATE OF JESUS' DEATH Many historians and biblical scholars do suggest that April 3, 33 A.D. is one of the most likely dates for the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. This conclusion comes from a combination of Gospel accounts, Roman historical records, and astronomical calculations—particularly the occurrence of Passover and a lunar eclipse that may align with descriptions of darkness during the crucifixion. The Gospels place Jesus’ death on a Friday during Passover, under the governorship of Pontius Pilate (around 26–36 A.D.). When scholars examine which years in that range had Passover falling on a Friday, two main possibilities emerge: April 7, 30 A.D., and April 3, 33 A.D. Among these, April 3, 33 A.D. is often favored because it better fits the timeline of Jesus’ ministry and certain details in the Gospel of John. Astronomical studies also point out that a lunar eclipse occurred on that date, which some connect to Acts 2:20 ...