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Pascha — Orthodox Easter

April 12 · Orthodox Christianity · Monotheisms

Moveable date

Esoteric and historical meaning

Resurrection according to the Julian calendar: the descent into hell and the liberation of the prisoners of death is the central image, more than the cross.

Operative mechanics — ritual acts

·Night vigil with a procession around the church and entry at midnight.
·Ritual greeting: «Christ is risen» — «He is truly risen».
·Carrying the blessed fire home without letting it go out.

Traditional foods

·Kulich and ricotta pascha
·Red eggs
·Lamb

Offerings

·Blessed red eggs
·Lit candle brought home

Taboos to respect

·Do not break the fast before the liturgy
·Do not respond to the greeting in any other way

Associated symbols

Red egg · Holy fire · Anastasis