Easter is the most important holiday for Christians, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. On this holiday, you will see Easter symbols decorated in the homes of believers.
Osterhase Easter Bunny/Easter bunny
When mentioning the symbol of Easter , surely you will immediately remember the image of Easter bunnies delivering eggs, right? The Easter bunny appeared in 1678, a medical professor named Von Georg Franck recognized the rabbit as a symbol of birth because a mother rabbit can give birth a lot in a year. Therefore, rabbits are considered a symbol of strong growth and development, very suitable for the meaning of this important holiday.
According to myths, the Easter Bunny acts as a judge, checking whether children are obedient before bringing eggs, candy and toys to the house to give on Easter night.
Easter egg (Ostereier/Easter egg)
Eggs are considered a symbol of origin, because many creatures are born from eggs. Initially, the Easter egg was dyed red to symbolize the blood of Jesus, then people gradually decorated it with additional patterns to make the egg more beautiful and solemn.
This symbol of Easter also symbolizes redemption and life after life. It is said that the fact that God was tortured and beaten, then went through many difficult trials until he was nailed to the cross, but in the end He still broke the tomb door and was reincarnated again is similar to the creature in the eggshell tries to break the shell to gain new life.
Easter Fire (Osterfeuer/Easter Fire)
In the past, people lit the Easter fire in the fields. That warm fire will warm the long, cold winter because at that time, people had to endure the bitter cold and did not have the heating tools like today.
Since early times, people have known how to use flint to cook food. Fire brought a giant step forward for human development. By the year 750, the custom of lighting the Easter fire had developed in France. Germany in the 11th century also began to use fire as an offering in religious rituals. The flickering fire symbolizes the light of life that God brings to humanity, so it is considered a symbol of Easter .
Easter Candle (Osterkerze/Easter Candle)
Candles (or candles) are lighting objects on the altars of many religions. Candlelight symbolizes hope, illuminating dark places. In 384 in Piacenza, Saint Hieronymus (347-419) wrote in his Letter to the Apostles about the Easter candle being a symbol of life.
The Easter candle lit from the fire in front of the church on Easter day is hallowed and has become a long-standing custom. After being lit, the candles will be carried into the church, believers will hold a candle in their hands and light them from the Easter candle. The whole church becomes illuminated by candlelight as a sign of eternal life, representing victory over both sin and death.
The symbol of Easter not only has religious significance but also represents rebirth and hope. On the other hand, Easter is a time when people celebrate new life, the power of love and resurrection. For many believers, displaying these objects will not only bring a jubilant and bustling atmosphere to this important holiday, but also an opportunity to regain trust and hope in life.
