This coming Sunday, April 12 is Easter, a religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.
No matter what your religious belief, you have probably followed, at least, a few Easter traditions, such as discovering an Easter basket filled with jelly beans, chocolate bunnies, and lots of candy brought by the official, though evasive rabbit, Peter Cottontail.
Prior to Easter, everyone likes to color Easter Eggs.
The oval-shape egg is the symbol of Spring, new life, rebirth, and fertility. In Judaism, eggs are an important part of the Passover seder dinner. For Christians, the egg symbolizes the rock tomb out of which Christ merged to the new life of his Resurrection.
Originally, Christians dyed eggs red to represent the blood of Jesus Christ that was shed on the cross. Over time, this tradition spread throughout eastern Orthodox churches and eventually made its way to Catholic and Protestant churches in Europe.
Presently, eggs are colored in all different colors and designs and are considered works of arts by the parents of young artists.
In Germany and others countries, the eggs are pierced and hollowed so that they can be suspended in shrubs and trees. In the U.S., the Easter Egg hunt is a BIG family tradition.
A traditional Easter dinner normally includes ham or lamb…yams and sweetbreads.
During this time of uncertainty, traditions may need to change. Regardless of how your celebrate Easter this year, make the day your new norm and enjoy.
Give A Gift to your loved ones by staying at home and not passing the Coronavirus to family and friends. By staying apart, we are all in this together.
