Filipinos re-enact crucifixion of Jesus Christ

A Filipino devotee carries a cross made from an old electrical post to atone for his sins in San Fernando city, Pampanga Photograph: Aaron Favila/AP

Three wooden crosses are installed in a mock mound on the eve of the re-enactment of Jesus Christ's crucifixion Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

A Filipino flagellant wears a cloth printed with an image of Jesus Christ Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

A flagellant makes his way through the crowd in a voluntary ritual marking Christ's death on Good Friday Photograph: John Javellana/Reuters

A penitent crawls in the streets. Physical penance is undertaken by many Filipino Catholics in the hope of being forgiven for their sins Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

A barefoot Filipino penitent lies on the ground Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

Brilly Liangco, 39, is nailed to a wooden cross in an re-enactment of Christ's crucifixion Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

Flagellants whip their backs during Maundy Thursday Lenten rites in Angeles city, Pampanga Photograph: Romeo Ranoco/Reuters

Three men are watched by thousands of local and foreign tourists as they undergo voluntary crucifixion Photograph: Rolex Dela Pena/EPA

Actors re-enact Christ's suffering on the cross as part of Easter celebrations Photograph: Jes Aznar/AFP

A penitent wails as nails are removed from his palms Photograph: John Javellana/Reuters