4 African rituals during Easter holidays

Mildred Europa Taylor April 19, 2019
Easter symbolizes the resurrection of Christ after his crucifixion --- ucg.org

Easter is a period that people often look forward to with so much joy and planning. For the almost 70 million Christians that live in Africa, Easter symbolizes the resurrection of Christ after his crucifixion. The oldest Christian-claimed holiday is preceded by the season of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and repentance, followed by a 50-day Easter season that stretches from Easter to Pentecost. What do Africans make of the season, and how do they celebrate the moment?

Last Edited by:Ismail Akwei Updated: April 18, 2019

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