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Easter Symbols |
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Easter commemorate the resurrection of Jesus and is celebrated all over the world. Easter comes during the springtime when winter has just begun to set off. There are various customs and traditions that are associated with Easter. In addition to customs and traditions there are certain symbols that form a significant part of the celebrations. The Easter symbols in some way resemble
Christianity and other events that are linked to Easter. Most of the Easter symbols are symbolic to the Easter celebration and used even to this day.
- Easter is generally celebrated on a Sunday because of the day being related to the resurrection of Christ. Candles are lit in many churches. This is connected to the light of the candles. The Christians believed Jesus to be the light of the world. The candles are put out in the churches on the Good Friday. This indicates that the light of Jesus has gone out.
- Lilies form an integral part of the celebrations. Lilies are associated with purity. Easter lilies are used to adorn homes and other surroundings. The lilies are also placed in the churches.
- Since time immemorial people have been using the Easter eggs that are a symbol of spring. The Easter eggs signify renewal of life and are an essential part of the fiesta.
- The Easter bunny is s symbol of reproduction and is linked to the fertility of spring. These are used as symbols and make for a merry celebration.
- The lamb is yet another very important Easter symbol which cannot be ignored. The Easter feast would be unfinished without the lamb. Most of the homes place the lamb on the dinner table.
- The Easter eggs are well decorated and exchanged among the Christians. The Easter eggs signify renewal of life and are also used for playing Easter games.
- The cross is also a significant part of the celebration. It signifies the victory of Christ over his death. The Christians worship it in honor of Christ.
- Hot cross buns are symbols that remind everyone about Christ. They are adorned with a cross of icing on top that remind about Christ.
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