Easter is not just a date on the calendar, but a deep and bright holiday that unites generations, awakens faith and fills hearts with hope. In 2025, Orthodox Easter falls on April 20. This is a great reason to remember the history of the holiday, its symbolism and family traditions.

📜 History and meaning
Easter symbolizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the victory of life over death, light over darkness. The holiday marks the end of Lent - a time of spiritual cleansing and preparation for the bright resurrection.

✝️ Traditions
Easter services begin on the night from Saturday to Sunday. Believers come to the temple with Easter cakes and painted eggs to bless them.

Greeting: "Christ is risen!" - "Truly He is risen!" — these words replace the usual greetings on Easter days.

Meal: The table is laden with treats: Easter cakes, cottage cheese paskha, eggs, meat and wine.

🥚 Symbols
The egg is a symbol of new life.

Easter cake is a symbol of the body of Christ and abundance.

A light candle is a symbol of the resurrected Christ.

Easter is not only a religious holiday, but also an opportunity to stop, remember loved ones, fill the house with goodness and light.