EASTER SYMBOLS & TRADITIONS IN CHRISTIANITY
The Easter symbols and different traditions on the occasion of Easter have evolved over a period of time. Although, some customs have been around for centuries since it's the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christ was born to mother Mary as a miracle child and is the Maya of Christianity. Hence, the most notable of the symbols of this Christian holiday is the Easter bunny. The uniqueness is ensured since these symbols are the source of forcing & bringing change. Hence, as part of a number of the modern additions in the traditions of Easter is that the consumption of Easter Candy.
The parties of Easter will take place in Canada on the 4th of April this year. Also known as Easter Sunday, and the next day, also Called Easter Monday. Hence, will be a public holiday in some provinces in Canada. While in few states it is a Statutory Holiday, & in others it is optional.
THE EASTER BUNNY:
It is not mentioned in the Holy Bible. More to the point, since there is no reference of this long-eared short tail creature who is the source of delivering eggs. This is specifically for well-behaved children on Easter Sunday. The Easter bunny has over the years transformed and become to be the most prominent symbol of the Christian holiday.
Since they're considered globally, being the symbols of founders of fresh life. According to ancient beliefs, they are a symbol of fertility and new life. Easter Bunny as a sign shows that shortly there'll be an enormous revolutionary shift in your lifetime. That is all part of the Christian faith life cycle. More significantly also viewed as a sign of hope. Ironically, hope is the only means to eliminate grief and reveals doors of positivism.
EASTER EGGS:
Another most important symbols of The Easter festival is the Easter Eggs. The customs of Easter Eggs are more linked up to the pagan traditions. Similar in contrast to the Easter Bunny, a symbol of new life, according to ancient beliefs. Said to possibly represent the development of Jesus Christ in the grave and resurrection. Dates back to at least the 13th Century are the decorations most associated with those eggs. Hence, according to very important sources.
LAMB:
As a sacred emblem connected with numerous religions, as well as along with Christianity. In the Islamic traditions too, since it's used more commonly. This is as the livestock animal used for performing the obligation of sacrifice. However, Jews who have converted to Christianity continuing with the custom of ingesting at Easter.
As relates to history, lamb is the first new meat that's available. This is especially after a very long winter and no livestock to slaughter.
THE EASTER LILLIES:
The Easter lilies are one of the symbols besides Easter Bunny, Lamb, Easter eggs and many others. Furthermore, they symbolise the purity of Christ to the faith of Christianity. These include the many sacrifices made by Jesus for your love of Christianity and also for the love of individuals. The lilies in form of flowers further symbolise the rebirth along with the expectation of Christ's resurrection.
In the year 1777, they were purchased in England, however, lilies are indigenous to Japan. Slowly with the time that the lilies became the unofficial flower of Easter celebrations all across the USA.