Orthodox Easter

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AKA Name	Pascha, Feast of Feasts
ℹ HashtagsCompiled on05:11	#OrthodoxEaster
Related Hashtags	#Easter, #HappyEaster
2023 Date	April 16, 2023
2024 Date	May 5, 2024

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Orthodox Easter in 2023

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Orthodox Easter History

Orthodox Easter commemorates Jesus' resurrection three days after his crucifixion and death. Following his death, he was removed from the cross and buried in a tomb. On Sunday, it was discovered that Jesus' tomb was empty. Angels informed onlookers that Jesus had risen. Throughout the next 40 days, Jesus appeared to his apostles and disciples before finally ascending to heaven.

Orthodox Easter is the highest and holiest of holidays in the Christian Orthodox faith. Orthodox Easter follows the Julian calendar and must take place after Jewish Passover. For these reasons, Orthodox Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal equinox.

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Across the country and around the world, people of Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic faith are celebrating Easter today – I’m wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Easter. https://t.co/JVpoZVByAa
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) April 16, 2023

Overnight, the Russian fascist invaders destroyed a church in Komyshuvakha, Zaporizhzhya region. Today is Easter Sunday for those who profess Eastern Orthodox Christianity. 📷 https://t.co/LdsxDfhQiD https://t.co/jpiKkomf2z
— Michael MacKay (@mhmck) April 16, 2023

Today is Easter Sunday for Orthodox Christians, observing the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Wishing everyone celebrating a wonderful day with family and loved ones. #HappyEaster https://t.co/XcDWUNmVks
— Danielle Smith (@ABDanielleSmith) April 16, 2023

Orthodox Easter Facts

Easter is often called Pascha in the Orthodox tradition. Pascha normally falls either one or five weeks later than the feast as observed by Christians who follow the Gregorian calendar. However, occasionally the two observances coincide, and on occasion they can be four weeks apart.
Eggs represent new life as well as Jesus' tomb. In some Orthodox churches eggs are dyed red to symbolize either the blood of Christ or the red cloak Roman soldiers put on Jesus as they tortured him.
In the Orthodox tradition, the Easter season lasts for 100 days. It begins as a time of preparation, 49 days before the holiday. The following 50 days after Easter are dedicated for strengthening faith in Jesus Christ.
The final worship service of Pascha is usually held at noon on Sunday. Called the Agape Vespers, the service highlights St. Thomas' encounter with the risen Jesus. Thomas doubted that the resurrection was real until Jesus told him to touch his wounds. Thomas' story is usually read in a number of languages to emphasize the universal nature of Christ's life, death, and resurrection.

In the News and Trending for Orthodox Easter

Updated 05:10 Israel severely restricts Orthodox Easter celebration in Jerusalem

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Paschal Sermon of St. John Chrysostom: A 4th-century sermon still preached every Easter in Orthodox churches

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Russia might call for ceasefire in Ukraine during Orthodox Easter, analysts say

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Why Georgians Dine in Cemeteries for Orthodox Easter

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Orthodox Easter Top Events and Things to Do

Stay up late and go to an Orthodox vigil service. Bringing light into the church is a dramatic and joyous occasion.
Wear some new clothes to church. This is an ancient tradition that goes back to the early church when newly baptized persons were given a white gown to wear on Easter.
Take an Easter basket to an Orthodox church and have it blessed. Some Eastern Orthodox Church members put together special baskets with particular items that symbolize different aspects of their faith. These items often include bread, wine, salt, cheese, ham, and horseradish.
Russian Orthodox believers often visit the cemetery on Easter, placing a dyed red egg on each loved one's grave. The eggs are dyed red because of a tradition that says Roman soldiers put on Jesus' red cloak after he was crucified. Consider paying homage to your deceased loved ones on Easter.