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“What is the origin of the Easter bunny and Easter eggs?”

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Dr. Mike Harmon

It is thought that the word Easter comes from a pagan figure called Eastre (or Eostre) who was celebrated as the goddess of spring by the Saxons of Northern Europe. A festival called Eastre was held during the spring equinox by … Continue reading →

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“What is the origin of the Easter bunny and Easter eggs?”

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Dr. Mike Harmon

The word “Easter” comes from a pagan figure called Eastre (or Eostre) who was celebrated as the goddess of spring by the Saxons of Northern Europe. A festival called Eastre was held during the spring equinox by these people to … Continue reading →

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“What is Easter Sunday?”

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

There is a lot of confusion regarding what Easter Sunday is all about. For some, Easter Sunday is about the Easter Bunny, colorfully decorated Easter eggs, and Easter egg hunts. Most people understand that Easter Sunday has something to do … Continue reading →

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