Easter is a religious Christian holiday observed around the world to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the spiritual leader of Christianity—and to Christians, the son of God. But with some ...

In European traditions, the Easter Bunny is known as the Easter Hare ... In 1790, the local parson tried to stop the custom due to its pagan associations, but he was unsuccessful, and the custom ...

Easter eggs. [Courtesy] For the second year ... The scholars further reveal that some of the pagan traditions were maintained by Christian missionaries in the hope that they would find it easier ...

Exploring a rich and fascinating mix of traditions — from its pagan roots to its glorious finale — RICK STEVES SPECIAL: EUROPEAN EASTER brings a new light to this timeless holiday. WATCH WLRN ...

Credit: Quora.jpg While the origins of the Easter egg tradition may be rooted in ancient pagan beliefs, the Christian symbolism of the egg as a symbol of resurrection and new life has become the ...

Easter eggs have a long and storied history. These are the early origins and symbolism of eggs throughout history as we head towards the celebration.

As spring blooms, the festive spirit of Easter fills the air, combining whimsical traditions with heartfelt ... trace back to ancient times, rooted in pagan festivals that celebrated the arrival ...