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The History of Easter

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by Maria Perez

This year, Easter was celebrated on April 9th. It is typically celebrated on the first Sunday after the full moon, just after the spring equinox. It is a Christian holiday celebrated all over the world. It is for the rebirth of Jesus Christ, which is said to happen three days after his crucifixion, which happened on Good Friday. It is said that he redeemed the world of all sins. The customary tradition of hiding and finding eggs dates back to the middle ages when people decorated eggs to celebrate. Victorians ate lamb and ham with vegetables and even distributed decorated eggs to children. The word Easter comes from "Eostre,” a goddess of spring. The Easter Bunny symbolizes fertility, and spring represents rebirth. Whether or not you celebrate it, Easter is a beautiful holiday that is a great way that people to create memories.

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