Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the most important Christian holiday and symbolizes hope, renewal, and new life.
Easter traditions include church services, egg decorating, egg hunts, family gatherings, and giving Easter baskets filled with treats.
Eggs represent new life. The Easter Bunny symbolizes spring and renewal. Lilies represent purity and hope.
Common Easter foods include ham, lamb, deviled eggs, hot cross buns, spring vegetables, carrot cake, and chocolate eggs.
Today Easter is celebrated with church services, family meals, egg hunts, parades, and spring festivals. It is both a religious and cultural celebration.