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What is the real meaning of Easter?

Easter is defined as the Sunday each year that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus with special church services and meals as well as a more secular celebration with Easter baskets filled with candy, delivered by an Easter bunny. An example of Easter is a day where you can go to a sunrise church service and carry white lilies.

What is the true meaning of Easter Sunday for Catholics?

Easter is the greatest feast in the Christian calendar. On Easter Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead . For Catholics, Easter Sunday comes at the end of 40 days of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving known as Lent.

What is the real history of Easter?

The history of Easter and the egg goes as far back as ancient Egypt and other civilizations. The pagans believed all creation came out of a giant egg. Believers in God inculcated eggs into the holiday to symbolize both life and death. There are many folk customs in Europe connected to Easter eggs.

Why are Christians celebrating Easter?

Christians celebrate Easter because it marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ after He was crucified on Good Friday, based on New Testament accounts. The previous day, Maundy Thursday, is a commemoration of Jesus’ Last Supper with His Apostles. Believers celebrate Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday, which is also the end of the 40-day Lent.