Mardi Gras has come and gone, now it is firmly Lent for those in the Christian faith and soon it will be Easter.
For millions of Christians, the holiday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which occurs after a 40-day period known as Lent. Easter is often celebrated with church services and prayer. For many others, the Sunday is associated with brightly colored eggs and bunny rabbits.
Each year, Easter falls on a different Sunday. This year, Easter is Sunday, April 5th.
In Christianity, the day is a remembrance of the sacrifices of Jesus Christ. Even the eggs that people dye for Easter symbolize new life and rebirth, according to Britannica. The eggs also signify the empty tomb of Jesus. In Orthodox Christian tradition, eggs are painted red to symbolize the blood that Jesus shed on the cross.
Even non-Christians see the egg as a symbol of the regeneration that comes with springtime.
As for the Easter Bunny, that is a bit more vague on where the tradition comes from. However, since ancient times, the hare has been said to represent rebirth, according to Smithsonian Magazine.
Remember, Easter is the basis for faith-based Christianity-Jesus rising from the dead on the third day. In this time of uncertainty, I think we all need a framework of belief, of faith. Take this time to seek your framework for living and believing in a faith-based life. Stay well.
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