When Is Easter 2016? Meaning, Bible Verses, and Easter Egg Hunt

By Mark Aserit
cross
A cross is a symbol of Jesus Christ's victory over death

This year Easter Sunday falls on March 27, 2015.  It is a time for the celebration of Jesus Christ's resurrection and time think about the new life in Heaven with Him. The resurrection of Christ proves his victory over sin and death.  

The Easter season starts on Ash Wednesday. Lent lasts 40 days - if the six Sundays between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday are not included. It is a time when Christians fast or give up a particular food or vice. The fasting period is a way to remember Jesus Christ's suffering in the wilderness, where he fasted for 40 days.

The Easter week, also known as Holy Week, marks the day that Christians reflect on Christ's humility and crucifixion. This year Good Friday takes place on March 2.

 Easter Eggs

One of the famous celebrations during Easter Sunday is the Easter Egg Hunt.  What does that have to do with the celebration? The eggs signify new life, and it is used a symbol of Jesus' resurrection on Easter Sunday. The eggs can also represent spring and celebration after the harshness of winter. Also, the presence of chicks, lambs and other cute animals in the occasion reminds people about the continuation of life.

Easter Bible Verses

Easter Bible verses help us to meditate on the crucifixion, burial and resurrection of Jesus. The passages also help us to focus on the resurrection of Christ and its gift of an eternal home in Heaven.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe in this?" John 11:25-26

"I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God that you may know that you have eternal life" 1 John 5:13  

"Brothers, I may say to you with confidence about the patriarch David that he both died and was buried, and his tomb is with us to this day.  Being therefore a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him that he would set one of his descendants on his throne, he foresaw and spoke about the resurrection of the Christ, that he was not abandoned to Hades, nor did his flesh see corruption.  This Jesus God raised up, and of that we all are witnesses" Acts 2:29-32   

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time." 1 Peter 1:3-5

    Most Popular
  • Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in

    Is 'The Last Supper' worth watching? Audience and critics weigh in

    Faith-based films often receive mixed reactions, and The Last Supper is no exception. The movie attempts to bring a fresh perspective to one of the most iconic moments in Christian history, but does it succeed? Some reviews from critics and audiences provide insight into its strengths and shortcomings.

  • ‘The Chosen’ Season 5: The darkest season yet—What to know before watching

    The wait is over—The Chosen is back with its fifth season, and this time, things are getting intense. The new episodes dive straight into the final days of Jesus’ life, covering some of the most emotional and dramatic moments in the Bible. If you’ve been following the series, you already know that The Chosen isn’t just about retelling familiar stories—it’s about bringing them to life in a way that feels real.

  • Massacres in Syria: Over 1,000 dead, including Christians and Alawites

    Syria’s coastal regions have been devastated by a series of massacres, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people—many from Christian and Alawite communities—have been killed in brutal attacks. Entire families have been wiped out, and survivors are fleeing in search of safety as sectarian violence escalates.

  • Kim Sae-ron and Wheesung: The tragic irony of Korean society and the principles of happiness

    Not long ago, the media was in an uproar over actress Kim Sae-ron’s passing. Just months before, the same people who had relentlessly criticized her for her DUI incident were now expressing sympathy, saying, "The world was too harsh on her." The irony is impossible to ignore.

  • Newsboys move forward as a quartet after Michael Tait’s departure

    After more than a decade as the lead singer of the Newsboys, Michael Tait has officially parted ways with the band, marking a significant shift in the Christian rock group’s lineup. The remaining members—Jeff Frankenstein, Jody Davis, Duncan Phillips, and Adam Agee—have assured fans that they will continue forward, embracing a new season of music and ministry.

Top Stories