Happy Palm Sunday: the best postcards and pictures

Orthodox believers celebrate Palm Sunday on April 13. The holiday is dedicated to one of the main evangelical events — the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem after the resurrection of the righteous Lazarus. It was one of the most striking miracles of the Savior, which was reflected in iconography and painting. Especially for the celebration, Izvestia has prepared beautiful greeting cards that can be shared with friends and family during the holiday.

Original Palm Sunday postcards in 2025

According to legend, after performing the miracle, Jesus went to Jerusalem, where he rode on a donkey accompanied by his disciples. The city was agitated by that time, because the day before Christ had raised Lazarus from the dead. The news of this quickly spread around the area. Crowds of people came out to greet the Savior, covering his path with palm branches.

Later, the event formed the basis of a holiday known in the church calendar as the Entry of the Lord into Jerusalem. The first mention of it dates back to the 3rd century. On this day, solemn processions and processions were held, and palm branches were consecrated as a symbol of the divine authority of Christ, who confirmed the triumph of life over death.

However, in countries where palm trees do not grow, palm branches have been replaced by other plants. In Russia, fluffy willow branches have become a symbol of the holiday, which is just beginning to bloom on the eve of the celebration. Hence the popular name of the holiday — Palm Sunday.

Every year, the Entry of the Lord into Jerusalem, or Palm Sunday, is celebrated a week before Easter in the sixth week of Great Lent. From that time until the Resurrection of Christ, Holy Week takes place — the period of the strictest fasting, when Christians remember the last days of the Savior's earthly life.

Traditionally, on the eve of Palm Sunday, an all—night vigil is served in churches, and in the morning, Divine Liturgy. On the feast day, the clergy dress in green robes — the color of life-giving and eternal life.

On Saturday evening, believers come to the church for service and consecrate willow branches. According to an old custom, they are kept for a whole year until the next Palm Sunday. It is believed that the consecrated willow protects the house from evil and brings prosperity.

Happy Palm Sunday: Orthodox greeting card

Willow twigs are also given to friends when they meet and congratulate each other on the occasion. If it is not possible to congratulate in person, then you can send a greeting card reflecting the spiritual meaning of the holiday.

You can download Palm Sunday postcards for free online or create them yourself. The cards often depict willow branches, Orthodox churches, the image of the Savior and the main plot of the holiday — the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the jubilation of the Israelis.

Postcards are usually accompanied by short greetings with warm wishes. On this day, it is customary to wish each other health, wisdom, peace of mind, peace and joy, as well as to praise the Lord for His great grace and mercy.

Palm Sunday Wishes, April 13th holiday

Greeting cards can be sent via messengers, social networks or SMS. Here are some variations of Palm Sunday greetings in your own words:

"Easter is exactly one week away, which means that Palm Sunday is celebrated today! Please accept my sincere congratulations on this holiday. Let all the bad things be left behind, and only joyful events await ahead."

"Happy Palm Sunday! May the consecrated willow tree protect your home from all that is bad, and may your heart be filled with light and good hope. I wish you a spring mood and fulfillment of your most cherished desires."

"Congratulations on Palm Sunday! May this warm spring day be the beginning of a new stage in your life, full of light, kindness and harmony. Joy and God's mercy! May the Lord protect you!"

"Happy Palm Sunday! May the fluffy willow branches bring happiness, prosperity and well-being to your home for the next year, and spring always blooms in your heart! Have a wonderful spring holiday!"

"Congratulations on Palm Sunday! May this spring holiday before Easter give you steadfast faith and hope for the best! I wish that all troubles would avoid your family, and a willow twig would become a reliable talisman for your home!"

"I wish you and your loved ones the brightest and best wishes of kindness, faith, peace of mind and well-being on Palm Sunday! May the Lord be merciful to you and hear all your prayers. Be healthy and happy!"

"Congratulations on the joyful and bright feast of the Entry of the Lord into Jerusalem, Palm Sunday! I wish you good health and prosperity, complete your fast with dignity, and celebrate the bright Resurrection of Christ in peace!"

Earlier, Izvestia told how Lazarev's Sabbath is celebrated, preceding the Entry of the Lord into Jerusalem.