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A 2,000-year old Christian tradition that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and his ultimate victory over the cross is today one of the most joyous celebrations on the liturgical calendar

Just up ahead, dig deeper into the history of the holiday, (including Good Friday and Holy Week services) together with its deep significance as a symbol of profound hope within the Christian world ...

Easter - Its Origins and Meanings - A general overview beginning with pagan and Judeo-Christian traditions, the modern celebration, and related essays on the resurrection and Shroud of Turin.

Easter - Wikipedia - Complete encyclopedic information on the holiday throughout the ages, with an overivew of its place in history and world cultures, resources to special prayers liturgical rites, photos & illustraitions, related resources.

Catholic Encyclopedia: Easter - An engaging look at ancient traditions, both Christian and pagan, that arose from the season including strange church customs carried out in the Middle Ages which were ended, the encyclopedia states, "...for obvious reasons."

Easter Traditions and Origins - In-depth, illustrated and entertaining essay on the origins of egg decorating, the Easter bunny, the basket and the lilly, and other related symbols of the season.

also see -> Good Friday | Holy Week | Greek Easter

also see -> Easter Bunny Origins Easter Crafts | Dying Easter Eggs

Easter Recipes | Easter Tree Decorating