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Mar 24, 2021 · Easter Sunday is the day Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who died for our sins. Learn about the origin, meaning and biblical story of Easter Sunday, and why it is the most important holiday for Christians.
Easter, [nb 1] also called Pascha [nb 2] ( Aramaic, Greek, Latin) or Resurrection Sunday, [nb 3] 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.
Jun 22, 2024 · The Council of Nicaea in 325 decreed that Easter should be observed on the first Sunday following the first full moon after the spring equinox (March 21). Easter, therefore, can fall on any Sunday between March 22 and April 25.
Mar 31, 2024 · Easter is the celebration of Christ's resurrection from the dead. It is celebrated on Sunday, and marks the end of Holy Week, the end of Lent, the last day of the Easter Triduum (Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday), and is the beginning of the Easter season of the liturgical year.
Oct 27, 2009 · Learn about the Christian holiday of Easter, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and its origins, customs and traditions. Find out when Easter 2024 falls and how it relates to Passover, Lent and other pagan festivals.
Mar 2, 2021 · Easter is the most important Christian holiday, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion. Learn about the biblical basis, the date calculation, and the traditions of Easter in Western and Eastern Christianity.
Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian bible. ©iStockphoto.com/ Marcus Lindström
