The History of Easter
How this springtime holiday came to be
April 1, 2021
Dying eggs, candy, and the Easter bunny- Easter is one of the most popular holidays of the year. For many it is the sign of the beginning of spring. But this holiday also has a fascinating history behind it.
What is the History Behind Easter?
Easter is a day of celebration for Christians. It is a day to remember the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Prior to his passing, Jesus was at a dinner with his disciples. When the dinner was over, Jesus was arrested. He was tried and beaten, and when it was realized that the crowd was against him, he was crucified. He passed away and was buried that same day, which is now known as Good Friday.
We now celebrate Easter on the Sunday after the full moon of March. It always occurs at the end of Lent. Lent is a forty-six day long celebration leading up to Easter Sunday that begins on Ash Wednesday. Lent is a period of time to self-reflect to prepare your mind for Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
How Do We Celebrate?
Many Christians choose to celebrate by attending a Sunday church service. These services often incorporate music and special sermons. This service is usually the most attended service out of the year.
How Has Easter Changed Over Time?
Some Easter traditions don’t have much of a correlation with religion. Many of the traditions of Easter- the eggs, the rabbits, the celebration of spring- come from Pagan celebrations. Traditionally, Pagan Easter was a celebration of the Spring, which is why people often associate Easter with the beginning of Spring.
Overall, Easter is a very important day for Christians and is a fun springtime celebration for all who celebrate. It is a very fun time of year and a good introduction to Spring no matter your reason for celebration.
This year is Brooke’s second year at Edgewood and first year on the Edge staff. She enjoys writing, playing volleyball, and spending time with family. Being on staff, she is looking forward to the experience and learning new things about writing.