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