Why We Celebrate Easter and Good Friday, Know The Real Story
The New Testament of the Bible tells the story of Easter, detailing how Jesus was crucified after being captured by Roman authorities for claiming to be the Son of God.
Easter is celebrated as a result of his resurrection 3 days later.
Easter is significant because of Jesus Christ's victory over death.
Everyone who put their faith in Him are given eternal life, which is symbolized by His resurrection.
The fact that He rose from the dead, however, refuted all of that and offered concrete, indisputable evidence that He was the Son of God and had conquered death once and for all.
Easter marks the "Passion of Christ," which started with Lent, 40 days of fasting, and ended with Holy Week.
The Holy Week, which begins on Holy Thursday and ends on Easter Sunday, includes the celebration of Jesus' final supper on Holy Thursday and his crucifixion on Good Friday.
A religious service known as the Easter Vigil kicks off the celebrations in the wee hours of Saturday for various churches.
Easter eggs, which stand for fertility and birth, and the Easter bunny, who gives children candy and chocolates on Sunday morning, are examples of non-religious celebrations.