Easter in Scotland

  Easter in Scotland

Easter is a very important day in Scotland. In pre-Christian times, there was a Saxon festival called Eastre, later, it was integrated with the Christian festival.

 Easter is also linked to Pagans and some of its traditions are even followed today.

According to Christian scripture, Jesus rose from his tomb three days after his crucifixion.

Today Christians celebrate the resurrection two days after Good Friday and three days after Maundy Thursday.

According to historians the death and resurrection of Jesus is interpreted to be between 26 AD and 36 AD. Christians also believe Easter has the season of church year called Eastertide.

Traditionally this Easter season lasts for forty days i.e. from Easter Day to Ascension Day.

Easter in Scotland is a rich church celebration.

Traditionally Easter is a time for relaxation and leisure, thus it is an extremely wonderful holiday. In most parts of the country huge fires are lit on Saturday as a mark of Pagan tradition.

Easter in Scotland also means fun activities.

The Easter fun days includes egg hunts, horse displays and battle re-enactments.

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