In two days we will celebrate Easter. Surely you have already prepared for this special day. According to everyone's beliefs, Easter represents a specific symbol that makes this day an occasion for sharing love and joy, but above all for rebirth. And yet, there are those who don't even know what we are celebrating; or at least are lost in the different meanings.
For some, it isa celebration of the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt ; for others it is the commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbol of his conquest over death and sin. And for some others, it's Easter represents the transition from freezing winter to beautiful spring weather.
So what does Easter represent? In this article we will find out where this holiday originated, how it has evolved over time and the meaning it has in the modern world.
The Jewish origin of Easter
Easter has its roots in Jewish tradition. Called "the feast of the Passover", it commemorates the exodus of the Hebrews from Egypt, where they had been subjected to slavery. According to the biblical stories, God sent 10 plagues to Egypt to compel the Pharaoh to free the Hebrew people. The last of these plagues was the death of the firstborn, a catastrophe averted by the Hebrews who had been instructed to mark their door with the blood of a sacrificial lamb. This night of deliverance is celebrated during Passover.
Passover is also associated with a ritual meal called the Seder, which commemorates the Hebrews' flight from Egypt. During the Seder, the family gathers to read a Haggadah, a book telling the story of the exodus. Symbolic dishes are served, such as the meal of sacrificial lamb, bitter herbs and matzot, unleavened bread.
In modern times, Passover is one of the major Jewish religious holidays, celebrated worldwide by observant Jews.
The Christian origin of Easter
Like the Jewish holiday of Passover, the Christian celebration of Easter has its origins in the story of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to the Gospels, Jesus arrived in Jerusalem with his disciples to celebrate Passover. He was arrested by the Romans at the end of that week and sentenced to death by crucifixion.
On the third day after his death, several women discovered that Jesus' tomb was empty. According to the Gospels, Jesus appeared to his disciples after his resurrection, proving to them that he was the promised Messiah.
For Christians, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central event of the Christian faith. Easter is therefore considered the most important religious holiday in Christianity, commemorating Jesus' victory over sin and death.
The contemporary celebration of Easter
In Christian traditions, the celebration of Easter is a time of joy and renewal. Churches organize celebrations, masses and special services to mark the feast of Easter, which very often takes place during the month of April.
Many Christians also observe the period of Lent which precedes Easter. For some, this means giving up food, alcohol, or other pleasures to focus on their faith and spirituality. Others use this time to serve their community, donate to charity or help those in need.
Varied Easter traditions also include decorating eggs, which symbolize the resurrection of Jesus and the rebirth of spring. In some countries, these eggs are dyed and exchanged as gifts among friends and family. Rabbits and lambs are also common Easter symbols, referring to the trials and sacrifices that Jesus underwent during his crucifixion.
Happy Easter
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