WARNING : GRAPHIC CONTENT . The week-long festival marks the trial , crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ culminating in Easter Sunday . The event has been met with awe-inspiring and shocking displays of faith from Roman Catholics across five continents . In Philippines , the week sees thousands of penitents beaten bloody on the streets as part of 13th century tradition .
WARNING : GRAPHIC CONTENT . The week-long festival marks the trial , crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ culminating in Easter Sunday . The event has been met with awe-inspiring and shocking displays of faith from Christians across five continents . In Philippines , the week sees thousands of penitents beaten bloody on the streets as part of 13th century tradition .