Easter story for children. Easter holiday
It has become warmer, the polyphony of birds drowns out the city noise, and I want to bring fresh, fragrant branches with swollen buds into the house - spring has come. And the time has come to celebrate the main, great holiday - Easter, “the triumph of triumphs.” This holiday is incredibly beautiful and filled with deep symbolic meaning.
Easter story
Easter is established as a remembrance of two global events in world history - the burial of Jesus Christ and his resurrection. The one who was thought to be gone forever returns to remain among us. The one who brought goodness and faith, who helped in difficult times, will now always be with us. Isn't this a reason for joy? It is the moment of transformation of sorrow into happiness, death into immortality, earthly into heavenly that is the essence of Easter celebrations. It is no coincidence that the name of the holiday comes from the Hebrew word “passover” - “transition”, “deliverance”. Christ has risen, and, therefore, his prophecies have been fulfilled. He defeated death, opening the way to salvation, instilled in us hope for protection and strengthened faith in a better future. When Jesus Christ died and was taken down from the cross, he was placed in a tomb. But the Jewish rulers were afraid that the disciples would take his body, so they ordered the entrance to the tomb to be blocked with a large stone and a vigilant guard to be posted. On the third day, around midnight, Christ was resurrected: the earth shook, a shining angel appeared and rolled away the stone from the tomb, and the guards fled in horror. Early in the morning, the myrrh-bearing women came to the tomb, wanting to anoint the body of the Lord with aromas. But they saw an angel there who announced: “Why are you looking for the living among the dead? He's not here. He has risen." The women happily told the students about this. In confirmation of their words, the resurrected one himself came to his disciples, who had gathered together in fear of the Jews, through closed doors and said to them twice: “Peace be with you!” This meant that after his resurrection he established peace not only between God and man, but also between people. The symbolism of the Resurrection narrative is rich: the cross is a symbol of death and redemption, the stone is a symbol of burial, the myrrh-bearing women are a symbol of a sudden change from sadness to joy.
The most grateful listeners of the Easter story are children. Many decades ago, adults did not forget about this and therefore made sure that even kids knew it by heart. Try to explain to your son or daughter the meaning of Easter, and you will see that the conversation will be interesting and useful for both of you. Children are attentive and inquisitive, they know how to listen and understand. Explain why Easter week is celebrated as one day: according to legend, the sun did not set on Easter for a whole week, and it was as bright as day. The sun “played” and “quivered” in the sky. Tell us that since ancient times Easter has been famous for its deeds of charity and mercy. People became more generous and tried to help those in need. They did this “for the sake of Christ,” because they believed that for forty days after Easter (before the Ascension), Christ and the apostles walk the earth, dressed as beggars, and watch how people remember God and help their neighbors.
Christ is risen
In Rus', from time immemorial to the present day, Easter is a period of general celebrations, home hospitality, and wide festivities. The date of Easter is calculated every year in accordance with the full moon and the spring equinox. The time of celebration is calculated for many years in advance and is recorded in special tables - Easter. Easter always falls between March 22 and April 25 according to the old style (which corresponds to April 4 - May 7 according to the new style). Many traditions of this holiday, known to our great-grandmothers, exist today in almost unchanged form. First of all, this applies to the Easter church service and folk rituals. The Easter service expresses worldwide joy in the glory of the risen Lord. On the night from Saturday to Sunday, the churches are elegant and crowded, parishioners await the religious procession. The Midnight Office is served, preceding Easter Matins, during which the Royal Doors are opened in the church as a sign of the opening of the gates of heaven by Christ. At midnight, “Thy Resurrection...” is heard, and with the continuous ringing of bells, the entire procession, led by the clergy, moves around the temple towards the western doors. The procession of the cross is usually likened to the myrrh-bearing women going to the Savior, so a lantern is carried at the front of the procession.
The closed western doors symbolize the sealed stone at the entrance to the cave of Christ. But the doors are open, and jubilant people enter the temple. During the performance of the Easter Canon, the priest repeatedly greets the parishioners with the words: “Christ is Risen!” - to which one is supposed to answer: “Truly he is risen!” - because this is how the disciples of Christ shared the good news. The same treatment should be used to greet acquaintances throughout Easter week and outside the church.
Home holiday
Originally Russian holiday signs are familiar to everyone since childhood - these are colored eggs, lush Easter cakes and cheese Easter. As for the house, it should not only be thoroughly cleaned, but also decorated. In advance, even during Holy Week, housewives sweep away rubbish from every corner, wash windows, wash curtains, and clean kitchen utensils. Craftswomen make intricate tabletop compositions, stands and decorations for eggs. The needlewoman will find a use for everything: a scrap of fabric, a handful of beads, a sheet of cardboard, a bright ribbon. And then a wonderful basket of flowers appears on the table, into which Easter eggs will soon be placed. After all, for hundreds of years they have been considered a sacred treat and the best gift for Easter. It is known that Mary Magdalene was the first to present an egg as a gift to Emperor Tiberius during the preaching of the Gospel in Rome. However, popular rumor tells many incredible legends about the origin of the “red” egg. Here is one of them: drops of the blood of the crucified Christ fell to the ground and took the form of chicken eggs, becoming hard as stone, and the hot tears of the Mother of God left traces on them in the form of patterns and colored specks.
The Easter egg is a symbol of hope and resurrection. Every home has its own traditions of decorating Easter eggs. Modest brown ones, painted with onion peels, are reminiscent of childhood and the deft hands of a grandmother, multi-colored, colorful - mother’s, motley, with colored stickers and painted with a felt-tip pen - you recognize the daughter’s “handwriting” in them. For coloring, it is better to choose white eggs, as brown ones can change the color of the dye. After coloring, wipe the eggs vegetable oil- they will become shiny. Signs and beliefs have preserved the idea of the miraculous power of a blessed Easter egg received from the hands of a priest - it will never spoil and will protect against illness; girls, washing their faces with Easter eggs, become more beautiful. Painted eggs are given as gifts to family and friends. The exchange of gifts, as a rule, is accompanied by a ritual that came to us from Greece - the birth of Christ, or the kiss. The kiss in this case is a sign of reconciliation and love (children and parents kiss three times).
Don't forget about Easter cakes. Experienced housewives believe that a rosy and nice Easter cake is the key to family well-being, so they make it themselves. You can bake one large Easter cake for the family and several small ones for gifts. Cooked food on the eve of Easter is taken to church to be blessed. The sacrament takes place on the street, near the temple. People walk in a line: Easter cakes and plates with eggs, cheese Easter cakes and muffins are placed on long tables. They hurry, seeing the priest, and light the candles inserted into the Easter cakes. When the priest sprinkles what was brought, he is supposed to thank him by putting some money or an egg in a special basket.
Not only here
Traditions of Easter celebrations in European countries intersect with the Russians. The main Easter gift, as in Russia, is an egg. Painted red or painted with patterns, it brings happiness and fills the home with joy. Eggs are exchanged, they decorate the Easter table, and sometimes they are even used in holiday baking: this is the Italian “dove” - a cupcake in the shape of a bird with a head made of an egg. These are the German “Easter men” with an egg baked inside. More recently, chocolate and sugar eggs have become an indispensable attribute of Easter. Parents buy them at large quantities and... hide from children. For what? It turns out that kids have been waiting all year for the “Easter Bunny hunt” to begin. After all, according to tradition, for several hundred years now, eggs have been brought to the little inhabitants of Europe... by a bunny. True, a long time ago a chicken played this role, but apparently the children liked the fluffy and defenseless animal so much that they entrusted him with the care of children's gifts. The hare hides its “nests” everywhere: in houses and gardens, in flower pots and baskets, and children diligently look for them.
Amazing celebration
Easter brings everyone together. In the Easter festivities of our days, primordial traditions and Christian covenants are intertwined. Russian customs, willy-nilly, coexist with European influences.
One thing remains unshakable: Easter is truly a family holiday, a time when it’s good to get everyone together, please children and loved ones and feel involved in the common thing - life, faith, bright celebration.
Bandurko Margarita
About Easter for children. How to celebrate
ABOUT Easter holiday for children. How celebrate.
The sun is shining brighter today,
The wind beats stronger at the window,
And the scream reaches the skies:
"Christ is truly risen"
On April 8 we will celebrate Christian holiday - Easter. This holiday- victory of life over death, holiday of love. peace and bright life.
How to tell for children about Easter? Suggest children like this interesting story O Easter holiday.
The Son of God came into this world to save people. He preached Love and the Kingdom of Heaven and created many miracles. healed and resurrected people. When Christ was born, many rejoiced. but there were also those who did not believe in his holiness. They tried to stop Jesus from talking about the Kingdom of God. Among the leaders of that time there were many who hated Christ and wanted to get rid of Him. Judas, one of the Lord's disciples, decided to hand over Christ to these evil people. He approached his Teacher and kissed Him. it was a sign. Jesus was immediately taken into custody. And Judas received 30 for this silver coins. thus he sold out his Master.
Jesus was questioned before the highest court. The elders and judges were looking for evidence to convict Jesus. In the end He was sentenced to death. It was a terrible event. Jesus was crucified on the cross on Mount Golgotha. When he died, the earth shook and rocks began to disintegrate. This happened on Friday. Now we call this day Good Friday.
When Saturday passed, at night, on the third day after his suffering, the Lord Jesus Christ came to life and rose from the dead. On Sunday morning, women came with incense to anoint the body of the Savior. But instead of Him they saw an Angel. He announced the Resurrection Lord: "Do not be afraid. I know that you are looking for the crucified Jesus. But one should not look for the Living among the dead. He has risen as He promised you. Go and tell Jesus’ disciples that He has risen from the dead and is waiting for them.”
Joy overwhelmed the people. Since then we We celebrate Easter - the holiday of the Renaissance
The entire week preceding Easter is called Passionate. Special emphasis is placed on last days Holy Week - Maundy Thursday (day of cleansing from sins, Good Friday (mention of the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ), Holy Saturday (day of sorrow, and Bright Sunday of Christ - holiday life and victory over death.
Beginning with Maundy Thursday we are starting to prepare for the meeting Easter - first we clean the house, then we paint the eggs and bake Easter cakes.
Easter The egg is a symbol of fertility and eternal life. According to legend, it is an egg painted with red paint. Mary Magdalene brought a gift to the Roman Emperor with words: "Christ is risen", and since then. the painted egg has become a symbol Easter.
On the night of the Resurrection of Christ occurs festive service(Easter Service of God) . In beautiful baskets, various foods are brought to the church - klichi, pysanka and painted eggs (eggs painted in one color were called krashenka, if spots, stripes, specks of a different color were indicated on a general colored background - this is a krapanka. Eggs painted by hand with patterns - pysanka.) Solemn a procession with a singer and a priest blesses the people.
Returning home, people break their fast and eat delicious food after Lent. A beautiful table is also one of the rituals of a meeting Easter. On Easter The closest relatives gather for breakfast. the owner approaches the guests with wishes and words "Christ is risen!", and then kisses everyone. You have to answer So: “Truly risen!”. A candle burns on the table as a reminder of the brightness of this day.
Poimo festive During feasts with children, you can organize many interesting activities. So, coloring eggs can be turned into a real art. There are many natural dyes that can be used to achieve different shades. Also today many stores sell Easter stickers and transfers for eggs. you just need to show your imagination and follow the technology for boiling eggs.
Decorate festive table is possible original crafts from colored paper. You can make special egg stands in the shape of chickens or nests from pasta, and they can also be cut and glued from colored paper.
Children can be excellent helpers when cooking festive table. For example, if the cake is ready, then instruct your child to brush it with icing sugar and sprinkle it with colored sprinkles. on Easter he can make letters out of cottage cheese "HV".
It would be a great idea to prepare gifts for the whole family. children can take it upon themselves. you can make beautiful cards or crafts in the form of chickens and eggs.
A family concert can be organized for guests. To do this, together with your children you can prepare interesting poems, draw Easter pictures or learn a song.
Look. what a miracle
Did mom put it in the dish?
There's an egg here. but not simple:
Golden painted.
Like a bright toy!
There are stripes and curls here.
Lots of little rings.
Stars circles and hearts.
What are all these colors for?
Like in a good old fairy tale?
Mom gave everyone the answers:
-Easter is the brightest holiday!
And I know the egg
Symbol of life on earth!
Easter holiday For children it is also entertainment. and games. The family loves each other "clink glasses" eggs. The one whose egg is not cracked wins.
Eggs can be rolled. That's an egg. The one that spins the longest wins.
And of course, in tradition Easter Our favorite ritual is already included - the exchange of colored eggs.
Once upon a time, our grandparents played Easter very Interesting games. The most common in Easter I spent a week playing with eggs. they were beaten. rolled on the ground, hid and searched.
"Beating eggs"
Each player chooses an egg. Holding the eggs in their hands so that only the sharp tips stick out, the players smash the eggs against each other. When one of the eggs breaks from the sharp end. it is turned over in the hand and the blunt end is exposed to the blow. The broken egg is given to the winner to be eaten.
"Egg Rolling"
The game requires 2 or more players. Before the start of the game, the eggs are divided equally between the players, and the order is determined (usually a counting rhyme). The first player simply rolls his egg down the slide. The task of each next player is to try to roll his egg in such a way that it touches or hits any egg. which lies on the playing field.
"Guessing the Eggs"
One player hides his and his opponent’s egg in his hands behind his back. The opponent must guess which hand his egg is in. If he guesses correctly, he takes two eggs (his own and someone else’s; if not, he gives his own.
"Find the Egg"
One of the players, while the others turn away, hides the eggs in pre-prepared piles of sand or straw or sawdust. Sometimes hats or bowls are used. players take turns (the queue is determined by lot) they try to guess and dig eggs from piles or take them out from under hats, and in one pile there may be several eggs at once, and in another one or nothing at all. Whoever has the most eggs wins.
"Searching for Eggs Blindfolded"
One player at a distance of 10-20 steps places an egg on the field. Another, having previously determined the distance and number of steps to the egg, blindfolded, must reach it. When the required distance has been traveled. the blindfold or cap is removed and the player must reach for the egg (lying on the ground is prohibited). If the player reaches, the egg is his; if not, the player gives up his own.
"Hats"
Details for the game - hats according to the number of players. a leader is chosen, all players turn away. The presenter hides the egg under one of the hats. Players take turns trying to guess. under which one? The presenter raises that cap. which it points to player: the one who guessed becomes the leader.
In any case, it's worth children instill understanding from childhood. What Easter is a family holiday, and nothing brings you closer together. as activities for adults and children. Therefore, organizing a joint family holiday, baking Easter cakes with a child and grandmother. decorating eggs with mom, you can be sure that your children will too celebrate Easter holiday and pass on traditions to the next generation!
Our children should know the history of their country, the history and traditions of holidays (state and religious). Children are interested in learning about the holiday through stories and poems.
We bring to your attention stories and poems about Easter for children of primary school age.
Drops are dripping loudly
Near our window.
The birds sang merrily,
Easter has come to visit us (K. Fofanov)
Easter is the most important Christian holiday. On this day, believers celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Orthodox Church has been celebrating Easter for more than two thousand years.
Church tradition says that after Jesus was taken down from the cross, his body was buried in a cave in the garden of Joseph, his disciple. But the entrance was blocked with a large stone and a guard was placed so that the body of Christ would not be stolen. On the third night, an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and rolled away the stone from the entrance. The soldiers standing guard were petrified with fear, and then, waking up, they ran to the Jerusalem priests to report what had happened. The women who came in the morning to, according to custom, anoint the body of Christ with fragrant myrrh, did not find it. There was an angel in the cave who told them: “You are looking for Jesus crucified, he is not here. He rose from the dead." Then Jesus himself appeared to Mary Magdalene and his disciples, with whom he spoke for forty days about the Kingdom of God.
That is why the celebration of Easter is the “feast of feasts,” glorifying the victory of good over evil, life over death, light over darkness. On this day it is customary to bake Easter cakes, make cottage cheese Easter and paint eggs.
The egg is a symbol of life, its rebirth. The eggs are painted in different colors and presented with the words: “Christ is Risen!” In response, one should say: “Truly he is risen!” - and kiss as a sign of forgiveness and love for loved ones.
A. Blok
WILLOWS
Boys and girls
Candles and willows
They took it home.
The lights are glowing,
Passers-by cross themselves
And it smells like spring.
The breeze is distant,
Rain, little rain,
Don't blow out the fire.
Palm Sunday
Tomorrow I'll be the first to get up
For the holy day.
Ya. Polonsky
God has risen and death has been defeated.
This victorious news came rushing
God-resurrected spring...
And all around the meadows turned green,
And the chest of the earth breathed warmth,
And, listening to the nightingale’s trills,
Lilies of the valley and roses bloomed.
A. Pleshcheev
CHRIST IS RISEN!
The gospel is buzzing everywhere.
People are pouring out of all the churches.
The dawn is already looking from the sky...
The snow has already been removed from the fields,
And my hands are breaking from their shackles,
And the nearby forest turns green...
Christ is risen! Christ is risen!
The earth is waking up
And the fields are getting dressed...
Spring is coming, full of miracles!
Christ is risen! Christ is risen!
L. Charskaya
WONDERFUL SOUNDS
Earth and sun
Fields and forest -
Everyone praises God:
Christ is risen!
In the blue smile
Living skies
Still the same joy:
Christ is risen!
The enmity has disappeared
And the fear disappeared.
No more anger
Christ is risen!
How wonderful are the sounds
Holy words
In which you can hear:
Christ is risen!
Earth and sun
Fields and forest -
Everyone praises God.
Easter, or the Bright Resurrection of Christ, is the main holiday in the Christian calendar. Telling a child about it is not an easy task. We will help you deal with it. The topic of this article is the history of Easter for children.
Easter is called the Resurrection of Christ. Often children only know about Jesus Christ that he is the Son of God, who died to save the human race from sins. For your child to understand the meaning of Easter, tell him about the history of the holiday.
About Easter
Easter- an ancient holiday: it has been celebrated for more than 2000 years. We count the time “from the Nativity of Christ,” that is, when Jesus was born. Easter is associated with his miraculous rebirth after his execution - crucifixion.
Jesus preached love for people. Christ's sermons gave people hope and faith in a bright future. They found in them forgiveness and understanding that they could not find anywhere else.
Over time, the teachings of Jesus became so famous that the slave-owning Romans who ruled at that time were afraid for the safety of their power: ordinary people began to understand that they deserved a better life.
Jesus was arrested and unjustly convicted. As a result of the court's decision, Christ was executed by hanging on the cross.
The body was placed in a burial cave, and the entrance to it was closed with a heavy stone. On the third day after death, Jesus rose again. When several women faithful to the teachings of Jesus came to the cave, the stone at the entrance was moved away and the tomb was empty. Thus, without meaning to, the Romans strengthened faith and hope in human hearts.
To this day we remember that Jesus suffered for his love and kindness towards people. Easter is a tribute to the memory of Christ, a holiday of faith in a bright future.
What do they eat for Easter?
On Easter, it is customary to prepare special food, which is then blessed in church early in the morning. Here are some traditional Easter dishes.
- Kulich- the main Easter dish. Easter cake symbolizes the bread that Jesus shared with his disciples after his resurrection.
A real Russian Easter cake is tall and cylindrical in shape. Raisins or candied fruits are added to the Easter cake dough. The top of the Easter cake is poured with snow-white glaze and decorated with the letters ХВ - “Christ's Resurrection”.
- Easter- also prepared for the holidayEaster(pasku). This is a dish made from cottage cheese, cream and butter. Raisins, nuts and candied fruits are added inside Easter.
- Baba -often baked for Easterbaba- sweet pastries made from yeast dough with the addition of raisins and vanilla. The top of the baba is sprinkled with powdered sugar or poured over chocolate.
Easter eggs
At Easter it is customary to boil eggs and paint them different colors. The traditional color for Easter eggs is red. Why do you think?
The Legend of the Red Egg
After the resurrection of Jesus Christ, his disciples and followers began to visit different countries, proclaiming the good news that there is no longer any need to fear death. Christ has risen and will resurrect everyone who believes in him and loves people just as he loved.
The follower of Christ Mary Magdalene came to the Roman Emperor Tiberius with good news. According to the law, if a poor person came to a reception, he had to donate at least an egg. Mary brought an ordinary egg, and, talking about Christ, handed it to the emperor. Tiberius laughed. He replied that just as an egg cannot turn red, so a dead person cannot be resurrected. Imagine his surprise when the egg turned red! Seeing the miracle, Tiberius believed Mary.
Since then, on the day of the Holy Resurrection of Christ, we have given each other eggs painted red with the words: “Christ is Risen!” The recipient of the gift replies: “Truly He is Risen!”
There are three types of eggs for Easter -paints(colored eggs) Easter eggs(painted) and drapanki(coated with wax, the pattern is applied to them with a sharp needle).
According to tradition, it is customary to beat colored eggs against each other three times. Two people take an egg and hit one against the other three times. The cracked egg is eaten, but the strong one is kept. According to legend, an egg that remains intact will bring happiness to the house.
How Easter is celebrated abroad
Catholics consider Easter a family holiday and are sure to gather on this day for festive table. The main dish on this day is rabbit, chicken or turkey.
On Easter, the whole family goes to church, where the priest conducts a service (mass). Blessed water and fire are brought from the church, from which candles are lit at home.
Easter egg search
Catholics have a nice character - the Easter Bunny, who “hides” Easter eggs. On Easter morning, children look for them all over the house and in the garden. Often they meet real rabbits in the garden. The main “treasure” is several large eggs in a nest, which is hidden in a secluded place. Finding such a nest is considered great luck.
When is Easter celebrated in 2018?
Traditionally, Easter is celebrated on Sunday, the exact date is determined by the lunar and solar calendar. In 2018, Orthodox Easter falls on April 8, Catholic Easter on April 1.
How to tell children about Easter? Offer your children this interesting story about the holiday with poetry.
The sun is shining brighter today,
The wind beats stronger at the window,
And the cry reaches the skies:
“Christ is truly Risen!”
RESURRECTION OF CHRIST
Alyonka and Sasha are very busy today. Mom allowed them to paint Easter eggs. The children work smartly. There will be sun, trees, and waves on the eggs! And my mother and grandmother are baking Easter cakes in the kitchen. The grandmother promised that while the dough was resting, she would tell the story of this holiday.
Listen too...
Easter - Holy Resurrection of Christ. This main event in the spiritual life of Christians was called the Feast of Feasts, the King of Days. We prepared for it for 7 weeks - 49 days. And the week before Easter was called Great, or Passionate. Maundy Thursday is a day of spiritual cleansing and receiving the sacrament of communion. Good Friday is a reminder of the suffering of Jesus Christ, a day of sadness. Holy Saturday is a day of waiting; the Gospel of the Resurrection is already being read in church. Easter is the Sunday when we celebrate the Resurrection of the Savior.
The Son of God came into this world to save people. He preached Love and the Kingdom of Heaven, created many miracles, healed and resurrected people. Do you remember the Christmas story? Many rejoiced at the appearance of Christ. But there were also those who did not believe in his holiness. They tried to stop Jesus from talking about the Kingdom of God. Among the leaders of that time there were many who hated Christ and wanted to get rid of Him. Judas, one of the Lord's disciples, decided to hand over Christ to these evil people. He approached his Teacher and kissed Him. It was a sign. Jesus was immediately taken into custody. And Judas received 30 silver coins for this. Thus he sold his Master.
Jesus was interrogated before the Sanhedrin, the highest Jewish court. The elders and judges were looking for evidence to convict Jesus. They bullied him, but he endured.
In the end He was sentenced to death. It was a terrible event. Jesus was crucified on the cross on Mount Golgotha. When he died, the earth shook and rocks began to disintegrate. This happened on Friday. Now we call this day Good Friday. On this sorrowful day we must pray.
When Saturday passed, at night, on the third day after his suffering, the Lord Jesus Christ came to life and rose from the dead. On Sunday morning, women came with incense to anoint the body of the Savior. But instead of Him they saw an Angel. He announced the Resurrection of the Lord: “Do not be afraid. I know that you are looking for the crucified Jesus. But one should not look for the Living among the dead. He has risen as He promised you. Go and tell Jesus’ disciples that He has risen from the dead and is waiting for them.”
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Joy overwhelmed the people. Since then we have been celebrating Easter - the holiday of the Renaissance. The Lord defeated death and showed that for those who believe in Him and live according to His commandments, there is neither death nor hell.
As people prepare for Easter, they are filled with joy and faith. Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of our favorite activity - coloring and painting eggs. There is a lot of meaning put into simple patterns. The wavy lines are seas-oceans. The circle is a bright sun. According to tradition, ready-made krashanki and pysanky were placed on fresh sprouted greens of oats, wheat, and sometimes on soft green lettuce leaves, which were specially grown for the holiday. The lush greenery and bright colors of the Easter eggs created a festive mood.
And when mom bakes Easter cakes, the whole house smells of sweet vanilla and raisins - a real holiday!
On the night of the Resurrection of Christ, a festive service takes place (Easter Service of God). Various foods are brought to the church in beautiful baskets - Easter cakes, cheese, butter, which symbolize prosperity, pysanky and krashanki. Salt is placed in the basket - a symbol of wisdom. A solemn procession with a singer and a priest blesses the people.
Returning home, people break their fast - eat delicious food after Lent. The rich Easter table is a symbol of heavenly joy and the Lord's Supper. The closest relatives gather for Easter breakfast. The owner approaches the guests with wishes and the words “Christ is risen!”, and then kisses everyone. You should answer like this: “Truly risen!” The sacred egg is cut into as many pieces as there are persons present. A candle burns on the table as a reminder of the brightness of this day. You should definitely start your Easter breakfast with Easter cake. Even crumbs of this bread that fall on the floor should under no circumstances be thrown away.
The holiday lasts throughout Bright Week. There was a custom in the villages: in the evening violinists walked around the villages and played under the windows in honor of Christ.
Poems about Easter for children
Willows
Boys and girls
Candles and willows
They took it home.
The lights are glowing,
Passers-by cross themselves
And it smells like spring.
The breeze is distant,
Rain, little rain,
Don't blow out the fire.
Palm Sunday
Tomorrow I'll be the first to get up
For the holy day.
Easter announcement
The blows came
To the blue skies
Quiet Valley
Drives away sleep
Somewhere down the road