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  1. May 23, 2024 · Easter is a principal festival of the Christian church that celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion. Easter follows Lent, a period of 40 days observed by acts of penance and fasting.

  2. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › EasterEaster - Wikipedia

    Easter, also called Pascha (Aramaic, Greek, Latin) or Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day of his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD.

  3. Oct 27, 2009 · Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the New Testament of the Bible, the event is said to have occurred three days after Jesus was...

  4. Apr 9, 2023 · In Christianity, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Here's what to know about the history of the holy day and how people celebrate.

  5. Apr 1, 2024 · Easter is one of the central holidays, or Holy Days, of Christianity. It honors the Resurrection of Jesus three days after His death by crucifixion. For many Christian churches, Easter is the joyful conclusion to the Lenten season of devoted prayer, fasting, and penitence.

  6. Mar 2, 2021 · Easter is the most celebrated season of Christianity, a holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead after his crucifixion.

  7. Easter is one of the most important holidays of the Christian faith, as it celebrates the resurrection of Jesus three days after His death on the cross. Jesus’ resurrection serves as confirmation of all He claimed to be throughout His ministry on earth.

  8. Oct 27, 2009 · The most prominent secular symbol of the Christian holiday, the Easter bunny was reportedly introduced to America by German immigrants.

  9. Apr 15, 2022 · Rooted in more than 2,000 years of ritual and rite, Easter commemorates the central event in the Christian church: the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which Christians see as fulfilling the...

  10. www.britannica.com › question › What-is-EasterWhat is Easter? | Britannica

    Easter is one of the principal holidays, or feasts, of Christianity. It marks the Resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion. For many Christian churches, Easter is the joyful end to the Lenten season of fasting and penitence.

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