CHRISTIAN EASTER FACTS

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  1. 2. The discovery of Jesus' empty tomb is one key event that proves His resurrection.
  2. 5. The Easter______ is not a Christian symbol.
  3. 6. Many Christians choose to be baptized at Easter, symbolizing their new_____ in Christ.
  4. 11. Mary_________ was the first person to see Jesus alive after His resurrection.
  5. 13. Jesus appeared to His_________after His resurrection.
  6. 15. Easter Sunday is the Most Important Day in______________.
  7. 17. The phrase "He Is_____" is central to Easter celebrations.
  8. 18. The 40-day period of fasting, penance, and prayer before Easter is known as____.
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  1. 1. Jesus’ resurrection is mentioned in all four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and_____.
  2. 3. The first Christians celebrated the resurrection on this day of the week.
  3. 4. These flowers are often used in Easter decorations and symbolize purity and new life.
  4. 7. Easter commemorates the belief that Jesus rose from the dead after his_________.
  5. 8. Easter falls on the first_______ after the first full moon following the vernal equinox.
  6. 9. Many Christian traditions begin Easter celebrations on Holy Saturday night with an _______ Vigil.
  7. 10. Jesus' death and resurrection took place during the _______ Passover festival.
  8. 12. Good_______ marks the day of Jesus’ crucifixion.
  9. 14. The Resurrection offers Christians hope of_______ life.
  10. 16. Easter follows _____Week, which includes Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday.