THE OCCASION of Easter is just a day ahead and the preparations are in full swing. Easter is one of the most awaited Christian festivals celebrated across the world. Easter is known by varied names such as Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, which is known to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. This year, Easter will be celebrated on April 09 across the world.
According to the holy book of the Bible, Jesus Christ rose from the dead on Easter Sunday. Easter falls on a different date each year, usually between March 21 and April 25, depending on when the spring full moon is. This year Easter is being celebrated on 9th April.
Easter Eggs
Eggs signify life and rebirth. Eggs have been a part of Easter celebrations since ancient times. In the medieval period, eating eggs was forbidden during Lent (the 40 days before Easter) so on Easter Sunday, tucking into an egg was known to be a real treat.
The most prominent secular symbol of the Christian holiday, the Easter bunny, was introduced by the German immigrants who brought over their stories of an egg-laying hare. The decoration of eggs is believed to date back to at least the 13th century. Other traditions, such as Easter candy, are among the modern additions to the celebration of this early springtime holiday.
From a Christian perspective, Easter eggs are said to represent Jesus’ emergence from the tomb and resurrection. Decorating eggs for Easter is a tradition that dates back to at least the 13th century.
Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny is a folkloric figure and symbol of Easter. According to popular beliefs, the Easter bunny first arrived in America in the 1700s with German immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania and transported their tradition of an egg-laying hare called ‘Osterhase’ or ‘Oschter Haws.’ Their children made nests in which this creature could lay its coloured eggs.