Easter Celebration

Dive into the Rich Traditions and History of Easter. Explore the Essence of Easter.

 

Step into the vibrant world of Easter with Nicolae Sfetcu’s „Easter Celebration.” This comprehensive book takes you on an enchanting journey through the history, traditions, and cultural significance of one of the most cherished holidays worldwide.

Why Read This Book?

1. Rich Historical Insights
   Learn the origins of Easter, from ancient Passover rituals to the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and discover how it has evolved over centuries.
2. Dive into Unique Traditions
   Uncover fascinating customs from around the globe, including egg decorating, the Easter Bunny, and local festivities like egg rolling and „Wet Monday.”
3. Spiritual and Cultural Perspectives
   Delve into religious celebrations across Catholic, Orthodox, and Evangelical communities, and explore the mystical significance of symbols like the paschal candle and Easter water.
4. A Feast for the Senses
   Relish the culinary delights of Easter, including traditional recipes like Italian Pastiera and learn the stories behind these delectable dishes.

What’s Inside?

• Easter Eggs and Traditions: Discover the symbolism, history, and artistry behind this beloved Easter icon.
• Games and Festivities: From egg hunts to egg battles, learn about the playful customs that bring families together.
• Spiritual Practices: Explore rituals like the Paschal Triduum, Ash Wednesday, and the Rite of Fire.
• Global Celebrations: Travel through the traditions of Easter across Europe, America, and beyond.
• The Easter Bunny: Unearth the origins and evolution of this whimsical character.

About the Author

Nicolae Sfetcu is a prolific author, physicist engineer, and cultural enthusiast dedicated to exploring and preserving traditions. With his deep insights and engaging storytelling, Sfetcu bridges the gap between history and modern celebrations, making his works a treasure trove of knowledge.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your understanding of one of the most celebrated holidays. Perfect for readers of all ages, „Easter Celebration” is a timeless addition to your library. Celebrate Easter Like Never Before.

 

Discover the magic of Easter with this must-have guide. Get Your Copy Today!

 

Easter is the most important solemnity (just before Christmas) of the Church. It is the first of the five cardinal feasts of the Catholic liturgical year. Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ laid down by the Bible, the third day after his passion. The solemnity begins on Easter Sunday, which for Catholics mark the end of fasting of Lent, and lasts for eight days (Easter week, or week or radiant, or week of eight Sundays).

Many customs dating back to ancient times designed to accommodate the return of spring attached themselves to Easter. The egg is the symbol of germination occurs in early spring. Similarly, the hare is an ancient symbol which has always represented fertility.

The custom of the Easter egg was found among Coptic Christians from the late fifth century, it is perhaps in memory of ardent eggs (ova ignita) with which the martyrs were tortured or red egg laid by an imperial hen the day of the birth of Alexander Severus in 208 BC. The tradition of offering eggs in spring dates back to antiquity: the Persians, the Egyptians offered, as a lucky, decorated hen eggs as renewal sign.

The rabbit once symbolizing fertility and renewal (like spring), it was in Upper Germany where was born the tradition (Osterhase) before it spreads in the Germanic countries. Subsequently, this tradition is exported to the United States by German immigrants in the eighteenth century.

 

CONTENTS:

Easter
– Date history
– Religious celebrations
– – Catholic Church
– – Orthodox and Eastern Churches
– – Evangelical Church
– Popular festivals and traditions
– Easter eggs
– Easter eggs
– – Symbolic
– – History
– – – The red eggs
– – – Painted eggs, pissanka and precious eggs
– – – Chocolate eggs
– – Games and traditions
– – – Egg hunting
– – – Egg rolling
– – – Egg battles
– Ash Wednesday
– Paschal Triduum
– Easter Water
– – Picking the Easter Water
– – Properties of Easter Water
– – – Physical properties
– – – Spiritual or magical properties
– – Washing in Water Easter
– Paschal candle
– – Rite of fire at Easter
– – Using the paschal candle
– Easter Monday
– – Liturgical and religious significance
– – Folk customs for Easter Monday
– Easter Bunny
– – Origin
– – Alternatives
– Osterbrunnen
Easter food
– Pastiera
– – Origins
– – – Mythical origin
– – – Other origins
– – Tradition
– – Features

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DOI: 10.58679/MM32653