Easter

Easter
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Easter is celebrated every spring. It is always celebrated on a Sunday. Easterhas its roots in many traditions gathered from many parts of the globe.
There are many symbols of Easter. German settlers to Pennsylvania broughtwith them the story of the Easter Bunny. Children believed that if they were good, the Easter Bunny would lay a nest of colored eggs. Because rabbits areknown for producing a lot of young, especially in the springtime, they symbolize new life. As the Easter Bunny custom spread across the country, it ledto other traditions such as Easter baskets and gift giving.
Birds lay a great number of colorful eggs in the spring which has brought about the useof Easter eggs, egg dyeing and egg hunts. Long ago, the egg was honored during many springtime festivals. Egg dyeing was popular in ancient times andcontinues to be popular today. To the Christian, the egg represents the rebirth of the earth and of man.
Ham is the traditional food of Easter. Thistype of pork is popular throughout the world. In many cultures, the pig is a symbol of prosperity.
As you have learned, Easter in America is a mixture ofa lot of cultures, stories, and Christian beliefs. However, the reason for the celebration remains the same - to call to mind our crucified Jesus whorose from the dead to save us.
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