Gregorian Date
April 12, 2009
Lunar Date
3/17
Day of Week
Sunday
Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, as described in the New Testament. It is the most important Christian feast day and occurs on a different date each year, determined by the paschal full moon.
Traditions vary by culture but commonly include Easter egg hunts, decorating Easter eggs, the Easter Bunny, attending church services, and sharing festive meals. In Germany, Easter fires (Osterfeuer) and Easter water traditions are also common.