The History of Easter: From Ancient Origins to Modern Celebrations
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"The History Of Easter: From Ancient Origins To Modern Celebrations"
Easter, the great holiday where you kids get chocolate eggs. But for the sake of the easter bunny that works so hard to get you those chocolates. Shouldn't you be appreciative and learn about Easter history? The restoration of your chocolate but also of a certain someone named Jesus.
Ancient Beginnings
The word: Easter (we think) is to have originated from Eostre or Eostrae, the Anglo-Saxon goddess of spring and fertility. This connection points to the festival’s pre-Christian origins when it was a celebration of renewal and rebirth.
Christian Adoption
As Christianity spread, it absorbed and reinterpreted many pagan traditions. Easter was no exception. The New Testament recounts that Jesus Christ’s resurrection occurred three days after his crucifixion (Death), marking the end of the Passion of Christ. This period begins with Lent and culminates in Holy Week, which includes Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Easter’s Moveable Date
Unlike fixed holidays, Easter is a “moveable feast” and can occur any Sunday between March 22 and April 25. The date is determined by the lunar calendar, falling on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox.
Symbols and Traditions
Many Easter symbols, like the egg and the bunny, have pagan associations with spring and fertility. Over time, these have been incorporated into the Christian celebration of Easter, symbolizing new life and resurrection.
Modern Observances
Today, Easter is celebrated with a blend of religious and secular practices. From church services to egg hunts, the holiday serves as a reminder of the season’s joy and the hope of renewal.
In conclusion, happy easter! Hope you learned a little something about easter in this quick-read blog post. P.S. We at Starlog post every day at 5:00AM so you can have it as a quick morning read or a late afternoon daily read depending on how you organize your time.
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