Read a Good Friday Poem to remind you of the dark day that occurred the day Jesus was crucified. While we now know that three days later that Jesus rose from the dead, Good Friday is a day of reflection and a day that we now give thanks for what Jesus did for us all.

Good Friday, the somber day commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, has long been a source of inspiration for poets seeking to explore themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the power of faith.

On this solemn day, believers commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, his suffering on the cross, and his ultimate sacrifice for humanity's salvation. Good Friday poems offer a deeply introspective and emotionally charged way to reflect on this pivotal event in Christian theology.

Three poets – including the anonymous author of the earliest Christian poem in English, ‘The Dream of the Rood’ – meditate on the meaning of Christ’s Passion.

This is a simple but powerful poem which could be used on Good Friday, or any situation where you are reflecting on the cross. Text of the poem: Judas betrayed Jesus, Peter denied Jesus, Thomas doubted Jesus: Jesus died for them. Pilate rejected Jesus, Herod taunted Jesus, Caiaphas framed Jesus: Jesus died for them. The soldiers crucified Jesus,