The event of the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem preceded the voluntary sufferings of Christ for all mankind. This historic event is narrated by all four evangelists. The most concise content of the Lord's entry into Jerusalem can be found in the Gospel of John.
The Lord's entry into Jerusalem was performed with special solemnity. Christ, surrounded by his disciples and a large people, from Bethany (a village near Jerusalem) was sent to free suffering.
Evangelists tell that Christ asked his disciples to bring him a young donkey and a donkey before descending from the Mount of Olives to Jerusalem. It was on a young colt that Christ descended from the Mount of Olives to Jerusalem. This was a sign of peace, since horses in ancient Israel were used mainly in military operations.
When Christ was approaching Jerusalem, the people of the city came out to meet Him with joyful exclamations "Hosanna in the highest, hosanna to the Son of David." At the same time, people laid palm branches in front of Christ and glorified the Savior for all his miracles that Christ performed during his public ministry.
This royal reception was due to the fact that the day before Christ had resurrected Lazarus in Bethany, who had already been dead for four days. Rumors about this event could not help but reach Jerusalem, since Bethany is located near the main city of ancient Israel.
In the event of the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, the voluntary procession of the Lord to suffering is seen. Christ knew that several days would pass, and people who shouted "Hosanna" to Him would ask Pilate for the crucifixion of the Savior.
The Feast of the Lord's Entry into Jerusalem is otherwise called Palm Sunday in Russia. Celebrations dedicated to this event are held in Orthodox churches on the last Sunday before Easter.
