Easter, also known as Pascha, or Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is celebrated every year on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the vernal or spring equinox. The celebration, which spans over a week, involves several religious and cultural practices, including prayer, church attendance, feasting, gift-giving, egg decoration, and more. Let’s explore the genesis, history, tradition and culture of Easter celebrations in different parts of the world, highlighting variations in practices and identifying common themes. Origin And Evolution of Easter CelebrationsThe origin of Easter celebrations can…
Author: Onyinyechi Nwanunobi
Have you ever wondered how Easter is celebrated in other countries of the world? Most Christians see Easter as a holiday to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and do so in the church while in some countries there are certain traditions practised during Easter. Here are five of them; 1) Pots smashing in Greece In places like Corfu in Greece, there is an Easter tradition where they smash pots. This takes place on Easter Saturday around noon. Church bells start ringing and the residents throw out earthen pots from their balconies followed by cheering from a crowd.…
Easter holiday is the longest holiday recognised worldwide. Upon returning to work on Tuesday, here are some conversations to may expect from colleagues. The Easter buzz can go on for a few days as everyone settles back into their routine. There’s just so much to talk about that transpires on the days everyone is away from work. This is one way to reignite the team spirit and these conversations may appear somewhere. ‘It should have been longer’ Look, there’s no such thing as a long holiday especially when it happens once a year. Even though at the start it seems…
Post-holiday blues are real and can affect you in subtle ways if not in big ways. It’s okay to be a little resentful for having to go back to your routine after a long holiday. But it can affect your mood and become a dark cloud over the past few days. If you dread returning to work or your routine, find yourself complaining already and think of ways to go back next week, you might be having the blues. But those melancholy thoughts and feelings can make it difficult to get back into the groove. Here’s how to handle it.…
When it comes to smelling as good as we look or feel, it is important to mix the right fragrances. Let’s look at the best option, between perfume and body spray to use with deodorant. Perfumes and body sprays tend to be cosmetic products made from oils, herbs, and spices. Deodorant on the other hand is an anti-microbial product. It targets the odour-causing bacteria at the source to keep you fresh for long hours. Body sprays are used as substitutes for perfumes, they are more diluted and have less concentration of oil fragrances than perfumes. And of course, perfumes carry…
Fraudsters usually try to benefit from the Ramadan season. Here are some examples of fraud attempts you may run into or fail to recognise. Scammers may target believers to prey on their kindness and faith during holidays and faith-based celebrations. Look out for yourself and others when it comes to the following fraud attempts. 1. Begging You may fall victim to beggars who try to take advantage of believers during Ramadan. In Dubai, authorities have an anti-begging campaign during Ramadan in which they patrol public places to round up beggars. Practice caution when interacting with beggars and if possible donate…
Why did we have more fun during Easter as children? It is Easter Monday and many Millennials and Gen Zs are wondering why Easter isn’t as much fun. Who else noticed that the Easter holiday was more fun when we were kids? Nowadays, it just doesn’t seem like such a fun time. Why is it this? 1. We have to earn and spend our own money Let’s face it, when you were not the one buying things for yourself, life was way simpler. But now as an adult, you’re the one taking care of yourself and others if you have…
The Nigeria and Ghana Jollof brawl is one thing, but the Nigerian firewood jollof rice is another, it is the days of party jollof rice, it is a walk down memory lane relished in every munch. The craze over firewood jollof rice first lies in its reminiscing power and then in its tastefulness. Here is a simple recipe to make that firewood jollof rice of your dreams. To cook jollof rice using firewood, you will need the following ingredients: Instructions: You can adjust the number of tomatoes, onions and pepper to your taste, aslso depending on the number of people…
In Nigeria, different tribes conduct weddings in their special way. In many countries across the world, weddings are a big deal and the ceremony itself comes with different traditions. However, there are some traditions that are common at Nigerian weddings and not so common in other parts of the world. Here are three wedding traditions only Nigerians can relate to; 1) Introduction In Nigerian weddings, one common tradition is the introduction. Also called ‘door knocking’, this is the time when key members of both the bride and groom’s families officially meet themselves and get to know each other. This is…
Holy Saturday, or Easter Vigil, marks the end of the Holy Week. Let’s look at its significance and what you can do today in preparation for a fun Easter. Holy Saturday is observed in deep reflection and mourning for Christians and they await Jesus Christ’s resurrection. It is also filled with hope and anticipation as believers look forward to the promise of a new life on Easter Sunday. Meanwhile, according to Christian literature, as Jesus’ body lay in the tomb, his soul descended to hell in what is called “The Harrowing of Hell” and conquered the darkness forever for believers.…
Most women have this mentality, ‘my money is mine, but your money is ours.’ Last week one of the trending stories was how a woman was given 35 million naira by her father, but she refused to disclose it to her husband. Why is this so popular? Why do many women hide their money from their husbands or even boyfriends? According to society, men are ‘supposed’ to be the providers A system that regards men as the providers is hard to get rid of. Say what you want about the patriarchy, but one thing is for sure, it will always…
Sharenting, the act of sharing too much information about your child on social media, is becoming a growing concern. While it may seem harmless to share cute photos and milestones, there are several dangers that come with oversharing on social media. So while you might think there is nothing wrong with sharing your love for your child with the whole world, it’s important to pause and consider what risks might exist from trolls and even cybercriminals. Sharenting will account for two-thirds of identity fraud facing young people by the end of the next decade. There are things parents should consider…