Easter is not only the highest festival of the Christian churches, but also an old custom. The date depends on the beginning of spring and the full moon. Since the Council of Nicaea (325). Easter celebrated on the first Sunday after the spring full moon. This year Easter Sunday falls on March 31st, which is also the day of the summer time change. Holy Week began with Palm Sunday – as the end of Lent, a time of reflection and customs, just like Easter itself. Lent ends with a feast: millions of dyed eggs, tons of lamb, Easter ham and smoked meat end up on the plates The healthy spinach is of no importance on Maundy Thursday.
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