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Palm Sunday: The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Introduction: Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the week leading up to Easter Sunday. It is the day when Christians commemorate Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, riding on a donkey, while the people welcomed Him with palm branches and shouts of "Hosanna!" Section 1: The Historical Context To understand the significance of Palm Sunday, it's essential to know the historical and cultural context of Jerusalem during that time. During the first century, Jerusalem was under Roman rule, and the Passover festival was a significant event for the Jewish people. It was a time when Jews from all over the world came to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover and offer sacrifices in the temple. Section 2: The Biblical Account The biblical account of Palm Sunday is recorded in all four Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Jesus and His disciples were on their way to Jerusalem for the Passover, and as they ap...