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Modern-day Easter is derived from two ancient traditions: one Judeo-Christian and the other Pagan. Both Christians and Pagans have celebrated death and resurrection themes following the Spring Equinox for millennia. Most religious historians believe that many elements of the Christian observance of Easter were derived from earlier Pagan celebration

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  • Avg rating: (+0/-0 0)KYRed
    KYRed
    April 8, 2007, 11:40 p.m.

    I like the bunny. It's good for kids. I like Easter, too. No matter its origins, it's a good time to reflect on Christ's resurrection. That is if you believe in it.

    • Avg rating: (+0/-0 0)Varadinum
      Varadinum
      April 9, 2007, 2:27 a.m.

      Happy Easter to everybody!

      • Avg rating: (+0/-0 0)rickcb
        rickcb
        April 9, 2007, 5:38 a.m.

        Great article, the parent site deserves a good look too if one is interested in understanding other religions.

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