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The tradition of hanging decorated eggs on an Easter tree (usually a cluster of branches brought into someone's home and kept in a vase) comes from Germany, were originally handmade ornaments were hung instead of eggs. The ornaments represented different Bible verses, all the way from Genesis to the Gospels. Children would add one ornament per day to the "tree" all the way through lent up to Easter. Sometimes just one ornament was added per week, then one each day during the week before Easter.
Another meaning of the Easter tree is the medieval legend that the tree which provided the wood for Jesus' cross came from a long line of trees which began with a beautiful tree in the garden of Eden. This shows the dual death/rebirth nature of the cross.
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∙ 9y agoEaster is a festival and holiday celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Easter is the first Sunday after the full moon following the March equinox.
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∙ 13y agoEaster Bunny is like the tooth fairy. Made for young kids because they arent able to understand the concept of Jesus and religion.
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∙ 13y agoEaster represents a religious belief
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∙ 13y agoJesus' resurrection from the dead.
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What does the straw symbolize in the Easter baskets?
because their is allot of straw and cheese is awesome
Why can't we have another animal to symbolize Easter?
Traditions are difficult to change, but not impossible. If you would rather use some other animal to symbolize Easter, go ahead. If you are persuasive enough, you may get other people to agree with you.
Why do women paint eggs red on Easter in Greece?
Greeks do paint eggs red on Easter, but anyone can do that, not just women. It is meant to symbolize the blood of Christ.
What are Easter candles at churches used for?
Easter candles are used in churches to symbolize the presence of the resurrected Christ during the Easter season. They are often lit during special services and represent the light of Christ shining in the world.
What symbols do you use for lent?
Ashes in Ash Wednesday,palm during palm Sunday,Fire symbolize the Holy Spirit action during Easter Vigil,Water for Baptism,paschal candle symbolize the alpha and omega of God
Why are bunnies and eggs part of Easter?
Bunnies are special on Easter because they symbolize new life, which is what Spring is about. It has been a tradition to have an Easter bunny and that is also why bunnies are so important - they keep up the tradition. Also, according to folklore, rabbits layed the eggs that the kids picked up, so without the Easter bunny, there would not be any story behind where the eggs come from. More generally, actually bunnies are special because the whole Easter bunny tradition is focused around them.
What is the purpose of the Easter Island Heads?
No one is really sure of this because we don't know who made them or how they actually got there. Some say they symbolize gods or ancient warriors
What do sheeps symbolize?
I'm pretty sure that is symbolizes innocence.
What does the lamb symbolize on Easter?
The lamb symbolizes purity, innocence, and sacrifice in Christian tradition. It is often associated with Jesus Christ, referred to as the "Lamb of God" in the Bible, representing his sacrificial death and redemption of humanity. Christians often partake in lamb dishes on Easter as a symbol of this sacrifice and renewal.
What are eggs symbolic of?
Easter eggs symbolize fertility, and this is related to the ancient fertility cults and their spring celebrations that Easter mimics in some ways. In fairness, Easter eggs are not a sanctioned part of Easter celebrations for most churches.
What does a Japanese temple symbolize?
What does a Japanese temple symbolize? What does a church symbolize? What does a synagogue symbolize? What does a mosque symbolize? What does a any of them symbolize? a place to get in touch with whatever you believe in.
Why do you hide money and candy in the Easter eggs?
No one actually knows. It's practically for the fun of it. Like what's more awesome then opening an Easter egg you found with candy in it? Or even better.......................... $$$$MONEY$$$$!
