Easter is recognized as a time of rebirth and renewal. The Christian celebration takes place on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the Vernal Equinox. In 2010, the Vernal Equinox took place on March 20th. The full moon took place on March 29th. The first Sunday after the full moon is April 4th.
The original Easter took place at the end of the Hebrew celebration of the Passover. Early Christian churches often took over celebratory dates associated with other, older religions. Spring is a time of renewal in nature and the resurrection of Jesus Christ marks the ultimate renewal and rebirth for the Christian faith.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
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