Easter And Passover

A Morass of Movable FeastsA quick guide to the dates of Passover and Easter

Easter

Origins of EasterBrief history of the spring holiday A Tale of Two EastersWhy one faith and two celebrations? Easter Around the WorldFrom witches to detectives, Easter traditions vary Encyclopedia: EasterThe chief Christian feast commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Sweet Easter FactsDo we really consume 7.1 billion pounds of Easter candy? Easter Treats QuizWhat were one of the earliest Easter treats, made by European monks and given to the poor during Lent? Easter QuizWhat does Mardi Gras have to do with Easter? Fabergé EggsThe most glorious Easter eggs of all

Passover

PassoverCelebration of the Exodus Encyclopedia: PassoverIn Judaism, one of the most important and elaborate of religious festivals Passover QuizWhy is there a Seder on Passover? Feast Without the YeastWhy are some foods kosher and others not? Judaism PrimerHolidays, history, beliefs, culture, and more Branches of JudaismJewish traditions from Ashkenazic to Zionist Jewish HolidaysDates of major Jewish holidays through 2015 Jewish CalendarMonths and number of days in the Jewish year Advertisement