Easter and Eggs

My birthday sometimes falls on Thanksgiving, it's really great when that happens because i know the family will be there for a feast and I get the pleasure of sharing in that. It's sort of having my cake and eating it too.  Now what's the point? Simply put some are conflicted over Easter being the commemoration of the greatest event in history and Easter Eggs. 

I don't want to burst anyone's bubble, well maybe I do, but there is no solid evidence that the Easter Egg was ever adopted from any pagan symbol or activity. A fellow named Jakob Grimm came up with a "theory" in the 18th century that a goddess, he basically created, was connected with the eggs. 

One real tradition involves the Passover Seder where a hard-boiled egg dipped in salt water symbolizes both new life and the Passover sacrifice is offered at the Temple in Jerusalem.  

The ancient Persians painted eggs for Nowrooz, their New Year celebration and continues even now. 

In Christian times, as in many other cultures, the egg has been a symbol of new life and used in their spring festivals.  

The point I'm trying to make is that Christians have no reason to not take part in egg hunts, decorating eggs etc. I do believe it is very important that Christian parents be responsible and explain what Easter really is about and teach their children to greet others on Easter with, "He Is Risen" and respond with "He Is Risen Indeed". 

This is the day set aside to celebrate the resurrection of Christ the greatest event in Christian history. It should also be a time of celebration of our own future resurrection in Christ. 

Have a great Easter.