The Easter Bunny, with its eggs and baskets, has little to do with the biblical story of Jesus’ resurrection. This might make many wonder where the odd tradition began.

Well, you better buckle up, because the answer(s) will probably surprise you. Many historians believe that the origins of the Easter egg pre-date the Crucifixion of Jesus by the Romans 2,000 years ...

In Christianity, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Here's what to know about the history of the holy day and how people celebrate.

When we think of Easter, images often spring to mind: fluffy bunnies, spring flowers, and perhaps most iconically, brightly coloured eggs. The Easter egg—whether an intricately decorated ...

The egg symbolizes new life, and Easter eggs are said to represent Jesus' emergence from the tomb and resurrection, according to History.com. When exactly that metaphor was first applied, however ...

Every Easter, children and adults alike eagerly search for colorful eggs hidden by the Easter Bunny on Sunday morning. Whether made of chocolate, painted with bright designs, or stuffed with ...

Many historians believe that the origins of the Easter egg pre-date the Crucifixion of Jesus by the Romans 2,000 years ago. In fact, Easter—which is a floating holiday held on a date determined by the ...

In Eastern Orthodox Christianity, the date of Easter also varies. This branch follows the Julian calendar, meaning Orthodox Easter falls between April 4 and May 8, the History Channel reported.

But one of the earliest documented examples of decorating eggs specifically for Easter may date to 1290, when England's King Edward I had 450 (!!) eggs colored and decorated in gold leaf.