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Good Friday

The anniversary of the Crucifixion. “Good” means holy. Probably good = God, as in the phrase “Good-bye” (q.v.).

Born on Good Friday.
According to ancient superstition, those born on Christmas Day or Good Friday have the power of seeing and commanding spirits.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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