Who Celebrate Easter Day?

Easter is celebrated by Christians as a joyous holiday because it represents the fulfillment of the prophecies of the Old Testament and the revelation of God's salvific plan for all of humankind. In commemorating the Resurrection of Jesus, Easter also celebrates the defeat of death and the hope of salvation.

What religions celebrate Easter?

Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Does everyone celebrate Easter on the same day?

In Western Christianity, Easter is now always celebrated on the Sunday immediately following the Paschal Full Moon date of the year. The date of the Paschal Full Moon, which is derived from "Pascha," a transliteration of the Aramaic word meaning Passover, is determined from historical tables.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.