Easter: Many Christians believe Easter is the greatest festival of the year. The holy day when Jesus came back to life, after being crucified. Easter celebrates the miracle of Jesus rising from his grave, called a Resurrection. In 325 A.D. it was decided that Easter would be celebrated on the first full moon after the spring equinox. Celebrated between March 22 and April 20.

 

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