Hello,
A quick reminder for this Easter weekend:
The origins of Easter
Easter was originally a pagan festival that announced the spring solstice. Its date changes every year. Since the year 325, it has been set on the first Sunday following the first full moon of spring, or more precisely, on the Sunday that follows the 14th day of the full moon, which falls between March 22 and April 25.
- Among Christians, Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Among Jews, Passover (Pesach) commemorates the Exodus from Egypt, the birth of Israel as a people, and more generally celebrates freedom.
Easter traditions
Eggs: The egg is the symbol of Easter. It signifies life and rebirth. It is traditional to offer plain, decorated, dyed, or crafted eggs to celebrate the arrival of spring.
The Bells: The bells ring every day of the year except from Good Friday to Easter Sunday. At Easter, legend has it that the bells travel to Rome, where they collect eggs, which they scatter in the gardens upon their return. Children delight in searching for them and filling wicker baskets with the eggs.
The hare and the rabbit: these two animals symbolize abundance, proliferation, and renewal. It is customary to prepare a nest in the garden on the eve of Easter Sunday. During the night, the Easter hare goes around the houses in the neighborhood to deposit chocolate eggs in the nests.
The lamb: in both the Christian and Jewish religions, the lamb holds a very important and symbolic place. That is why it is customary to make it the basis of a meal at Easter.
Chocolate: In the past, peasants would give each other live animals or fresh food at Easter. Over time, these were replaced by chocolate eggs, chocolate animals, and other chocolate Easter symbols!
Lenten buns: Easter “hot cross buns” are enjoyed in many countries. They are said to bring good health throughout the year.
Easter Day
In addition to the many traditions around the world, the Easter period is also a time when people wear new clothes to mark the change of season.
Happy Easter!
Have a good weekend, everyone
Marylena