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it all started with the earth worshipers. they would take fertilized chicken eggs and bury them in the ground. they belived that mother earth would have them born in the ground and come out in the spring. then just like with hollween a peagon gods worshiping ritual turned into a nation traditional
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoSupposedly because during the Passover meal, the Israelites have 7 symbols, one which included an egg for the circle of life and renewal. The egg could have, then, started the tradition when every Easter, when find eggs.
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∙ 6y agoEgg hunting was introduced by the pagans who turned Christian.
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∙ 13y agoFor Catholics, Jesus died in Easter so the egg symbol represents new life, just as Jesus rose 3 days later!
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∙ 9y agoIn many cultures, the egg symbolizes new life, fertility, and rebirth. This certainly fits in the spirit and meaning of Easter.
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∙ 11y agobecause they want to find the egg to eat
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How do Greece people celebrate Easter?
Easter egg hunting
Why British people celebrating Easter?
In general, Easter is a christian holiday, so any country with Christianity in it, might celebrate it. It isn't just an American holiday, although egg hunting and eating candies may be only an American tradition.
What Easter tradition does the White House have on the front lawn every year for children?
The White House has an annual Easter egg hunt.
Where can you go Easter egg hunting and win a lottery ticket?
At any place where competition is held.
Does Easter egg roll day have anything to do with egg rolls?
No, not at all. Easter egg rolls are rolls of Easter eggs, not egg rolls of Easter.
What activities are on Easter?
Easter egg hunting, decorating eggs, going to Church, officially breaking the fast of Lent, eating outdoors, eating candy,and visiting with friends are all activities that are associated with Easter Sunday.
The president wife to start the tradition of the Easter egg rolling on the white houes lawn?
ruthford b hays 19th president
How do you make an Easter egg in RuneScape?
well you cant make an Easter egg only during the 2008 Easter event but if you got the 2006 Easter event you can turn into an Easter egg
Are Easter eggs traditional at Easter time?
Yes Easter eggs are an Easter tradition, they are usually made from chocolate and eaten on Easter Sunday.
Is Easter egg on Saturday?
no easter is on a sunday
When was the first Easter egg given?
easter
Where is the 1st Easter egg in Easter egg hunt on moshimonsters?
Its in the Underground disco were there is graffiti
