egg: Happy Easter Sunday 2019
- 04/21/19 05:37 AM
How's the Bunny and Egg connected to Easter? (Lauren Effron with Discovery News) writes a good article) Please click on the link above to see Lauren full article According to University of Florida's Center for Children's Literature and Culture, the origin of the celebration — and the Easter bunny — can be traced back to 13th century, pre-Christian Germany, when people worshiped several gods and goddesses. The Teutonic deity Eostra was the goddess of spring and fertility, and feasts were held in her honor on the Vernal Equinox. Her symbol was the rabbit because of the animal’s high reproduction rate. Spring also symbolized new life … (16 comments)
InMedieval Europe, eggs were forbidden during Lent. Eggs laid during that time were often boiled or otherwise preserved. Eggs were thus a mainstay of Easter meals, and a prized Easter gift for children and servants.
In addition, eggs have been viewed as symbols of new life and fertility through the ages. It is believed that for this reason many ancient cultures, including theAncient Egyptians,Persians, andRomans, used eggs during their spring festivals.
Many traditions and practices have formed around Easter eggs. The coloring of eggs is an established art, and eggs are … (12 comments)
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