Easter Symbols

Enhance your reading proficiency while delving into the symbols of Easter with this comprehension activity. Explore the various symbols linked to this holiday and deepen your understanding of its significance.

NOTE:

This reading comprehension activity “6 Easter Symbols Explained ” is divided into three sections:

1. Pre-reading activities.
2. While-reading activities.
3. Post-reading activities.

6 Easter Symbol Explained

Easter is a holiday widely celebrated throughout the world by Christians. During this celebration, Christians reflect on Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. During Easter, many symbols are used to represent the holiday. Why don’t we examine these symbols a little more closely and explore their significance?

1. Easter Eggs

The Easter egg is certainly one of the most popular Easter symbols. Eggs are a symbol of new life and rebirth because they contain new life in the form of a chick. They also represent the tomb of Jesus. The tradition of decorating eggs goes back to ancient times. Many cultures have their own ways of decorating eggs. In some countries, people paint eggs in bright colors and designs, while in others, they wrap eggs in onion skins to create a natural dye. Eggs are often given as gifts during Easter, and many communities have Easter egg hunts where children search for hidden eggs.

2. Easter Bunny

Another popular Easter symbol is the Easter bunny. The Easter bunny is a friendly rabbit that brings Easter eggs to children. This tradition began in Germany. Then, it spread to many other countries. The Easter bunny is often seen as a symbol of fertility and new life. Legend has it that the Easter bunny tradition was introduced to America by German immigrants during the 1700s.

3. Easter Lily

The Easter Lily is a beautiful flower that is often seen during Easter. It is a symbol of purity, hope, and new beginnings. It represents the resurrection of Jesus. Legend has it that when Jesus rose from the dead, lilies grew in the spot where his tears fell. The Easter Lily has a sweet fragrance and is often used in church decorations during Easter.

4. Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns are a traditional Easter food that has been enjoyed for centuries. They are sweet buns. They are marked with a cross on the top representing Jesus’s crucifixion. Hot Cross Buns are usually eaten on Good Friday, which is the day when Jesus was crucified. The buns are often made with raisins or currants. They are then spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.

5. Palm Branches

Palm branches are another symbol of Easter, particularly in the Catholic Church. On Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter, palm branches are blessed and distributed to the congregation. Palm branches are a symbol of the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, where crowds welcomed him by waving palm branches. In some cultures, people make crosses out of palm branches. Then, they keep them in their homes to remind them of Jesus’s sacrifice.

6. Easter Lamb

The Easter Lamb is a symbol of Jesus Christ. The lamb is a symbol of sacrifice, purity, and innocence. In many cultures, lamb is a traditional Easter dish. It serves to remind Christain of the sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity.