Easter

"...do not inquire after their gods, saying, 'How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.' You shall not worship the LORD your God in that way; for every abomination to the LORD which He hates they have done to their gods" (Deuteronomy 12:30-31).

With many of its odd and unexplained customs tracing back to ancient fertility rites of the pagan goddess Astarte, the holiday of Easter is not only unbiblical—it is also filled with things God hates. Learn why followers of Christ don't celebrate the day by checking out the resources below.

A basket with colorful Easter eggs.
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Easter vs. the Bible

For millions of professing Christians Easter is the most important day of the calendar year because it commemorates Jesus' resurrection. Easter sunrise services are considered the holiest assembly of the year—a time when Christians reaffirm that Jesus is risen and...
A tomb in a hill.
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The Resurrection of Christ: Hope for the Ages

The life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the key historical and spiritual reality for a Christian. Without His resurrection, "your faith is futile" (1 Corinthians 15:17). Christ's resurrection is the culmination of the most important series of events...
Easter - The Rest of the Story
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Easter: The Rest of the Story

Many believing Christians celebrate Easter as a way to honor Jesus Christ's resurrection. But Easter is a day with very different roots—stretching long ago into pre-Christian paganism. The Bible alone has the truth of Jesus' life, death and resurrection, and...
Inherent Beliefs
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Inherent Beliefs

How Christian Is Easter?
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How Christian Is Easter?

Easter customs mix pagan myths, rituals, symbols and practices with just a little truth. What's wrong with this picture?
Rolling stone tomb
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Did Jesus Fulfill His Prophecy of How Long He Would Be Entombed?

Jesus Christ plainly said He would be entombed for three days and three nights. Can this be reconciled with a "Good Friday" crucifixion and burial and an "Easter Sunday" resurrection, which allows for barely a day and a half in...
Are You Self-Serving or God-Serving?
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Are You Self-Serving or God-Serving?

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Is “Holy Week” Really Holy?

For many this week is looked on as "holy" because of the events observed. But what makes anything "holy"?
Beyond Today -- Christ's Resurrection: Our Hope of Life
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Christ's Resurrection: Our Hope of Life

Religious traditions have obscured the truth of the resurrection. You need to discover its real meaning.
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The Good Friday Dilemma

Early Christianity became divided over the Passover/Easter Sunday controversy. What are the Biblical proofs? Which should Christians observe?
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What's Missing with C & E Christians?

How can you put your finger on what is missing in religion? How can you find a way to deeper meaning and understanding?
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Should Christians Observe Easter or Passover?

Should Christians celebrate Easter or Passover? To find the right answer, you must look to the right source.
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The Chronology of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ

What is the biblically accruate chronology of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection?
What Does Easter Really Commemorate?
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What Does Easter Really Commemorate?

You might be surprised! Discover the truth of the surprising story behind one of the world's most popular religious holidays.
God Condemns Idolatry and Greed
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God Condemns Idolatry and Greed

Many people do not realize that popular holidays are negative influences in their lives
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Ash Wednesday and Lent - Biblical Days?

Here's a challenge: where is the tradition of Lent found in the Bible?
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Mardi Gras - Modern Idolatry?

The strange revelries of modern culture have their roots in ancient rites and religion.
Celtic Festival, Druidic Winter Solstice, Babylonian Ishtar and Egyptian Osiris
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Paganism In Christianity

Many aspects of traditional Christianity - holidays, practices and doctrines - came not from Christ or the Bible but from ancient pagan religion.
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Consider the "Sins of Jeroboam"

Empty Tomb - Jerusalem
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The Resurrection of Christ: Hope for the Ages

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