Easter in Great Britain The history of the

Easter in Great Britain

The history of the holiday Easter is a festival of overwhelming joy. The joy that celebrates the victory of life over death. Easter celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion.

Easter Symbols Eggs and chicks symbolize new life. Eggs have been a symbol of spring since ancient times. The chick, hatching out of the egg, symbolizes new life or re-birth.

The exchange of eggs in the springtime is a custom From the earliest times, the egg was a symbol of birth in most cultures. Today, children hunt colored eggs and place them in Easter baskets along with the modern version of real Easter eggs -- those made of plastic or chocolate candy.

Easter bunny - The rabbit, or hare, was a symbol of new life in ancient times, and reminds us of spring and new life. Easter Lilies - The white blossoms symbolize the purity of Jesus. Lilies in the spring also symbolize new life.

Easter hats and wearing new clothes for Easter- Symbolizes new life and the beginning of spring The cross - Symbolizes Jesus' victory over death.

Easter and Spring flowers- Daffodils and tulips bloom in the spring, and symbolize spring and new life. Hot Cross Buns - Hot cross buns have a cross of icing on the top to remind people of Christ.

Easter Cards

How many eggs?

Easter Crossword

How many small words can you make?

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