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Easter is one of the most important holidays in Christianity, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. According to Christian belief, Jesus was crucified and on the third day after his death, he rose from the dead. This event is seen as proof of eternal life and the victory of life over death, sin, and the power of evil. Easter is celebrated on different dates each year, depending on the lunar calendar. It falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal equinox, which typically means it can fall between March 22 and April 25. This timing is significant as it connects to the Jewish Passover, which was the event during which Jesus’ Last Supper occurred. The story of Jesus’ resurrection is described in the New Testament of the Bible, in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Christians believe that through Jesus’ resurrection, humanity has the hope of being reconciled with God and receiving forgiveness for their sins. The celebration of Easter is a reminder of God’s love and the promise of eternal life. Easter is also tied to various cultural and folk traditions. For example, the Easter egg, which symbolizes new life, is a common symbol of the holiday. The Easter Bunny is another popular figure, often associated with the delivery of Easter eggs, especially in secular celebrations. These traditions, while not rooted in the original religious meaning, have become intertwined with the modern celebration of Easter, especially in Western cultures.