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About Easter Traditions And Symbols
By Katerina Octanova
Though celebratory rituals are ingrained in our minds, in truth,
many of us don’t know very much about Easter traditions and where
they originated. For instance, how did the Easter bunny come to
rival Jesus as the most identifiable symbol of Easter? Why is
the holiday called "Easter?" How did the Easter egg
hunt become part of our yearly celebration? Why do we feel the
urge to wear something new on Easter Sunday? The answers just
may surprise you.
One of the common assumptions about Easter is that everyone must
wear new clothes on this holiday. Old superstitions date back
to the late 16th Century. In Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet,"
Mercutio taunted Benvolio saying: "Did’st thou not fall out
with a tailor for wearing his new Doublet before Easter?"
Also, in Thomas Lodge’s pamphlet "Wits Miserie" (London,
1596), he wrote: "The farmer that was contented in times
past with his Russet Frocke and Mockado sleeves, now sells a cow
against Easter to buy him silken geere for his Credit."
Dressing Up For Easter
Famed English naval administrator Samuel Pepys wrote of his new
Easter Sunday suit in his diary and Poor Robin, author of an 18th
Century English almanac, offered the rhyme: "At Easter let
your clothes be new or else be sure you will it rue." For
a time, Easter bonnets became incredibly faddish as a way of demonstrating
social hierarchy and personal taste.
In the Christian faith, there are many symbols that tell us of
Easter events. For instance, a cross is a solemn reminder that
Jesus died for our sins. Candles are a more uplifting sign, that
Jesus is "the light of the world."
White Easter Lilies
White Easter lilies symbolize new life and the pure love of Jesus.
At mass, Catholic priests recite the words, "This is the
Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, happy are those
who are called to His supper."
The lamb is another popular Easter symbol of Jesus Christ. Easter
eggs stem from the Christian belief that the egg symbolizes the
miracle of life and Jesus’s emergence from the tomb.
To learn more about Easter treats and candy, check out www.candyusa.org.
Here you will find Easter crafts, recipes, news stories and fast
facts about the second biggest holiday in the candy industry,
next to Halloween.
Hot Cross Buns And Hot Pretzels
Initially, hot cross buns and hot pretzels spread across Europe
as the tasty seasonal treats of choice. Do you remember the song
"Hot cross buns, hot cross buns, one a penny, two a penny,
hot cross buns, if you have no daughters, give them to your sons,
one a penny, two a penny, hot cross buns?") The 1800s saw
the chocolate bunny and the chocolate egg added to the mix, making
use of spring fertility imagery.
Although initially marketed to send to Civil War soldiers fighting
battles in remote locations, the Jellybean did not officially
catch on until the 1930s, when the brilliantly-colored sugary
treats paired up about Easter holiday, selling 16 billion each
spring. In the 1950s, decorative marshmallow Peeps came to the
scene, selling more than 700 million to be included in Easter
baskets.
About the Author:
Katerina Octanova has written a number of articles on food and
cooking including Christmas
Gift Baskets, The
Christmas, Christmas,
Santa
Claus, Christmas
Hamper, Christmas
Party, Christmas
Gift For The Office, Christmas
Gift Idea For Family.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
Did You Know?
It is that time of year again. Time to see those little, yellow
marshmallow Peeps lining grocery store shelves. Right beside them
are the pre-assembled cheap Easter baskets that contain a big
wad of paper covered by some fake green grass.
You may have a toy inside and some cheap candies but that is
about it. Do not waste your money on those horrendous baskets.
Do something creative and assemble your own basket for your children
or loved ones. You can add quality gifts and candy that is absolutely
decadent. You can even do your shopping from home.
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