Hotel Roma Easter: Origin and tradition
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Easter: Origin and tradition
April 01 2025
Culturele Hotel Roma 
Easter is about much more than chocolate and rabbits: it's a time for renewal, reflection and spending time with loved ones. Celebrated by millions of people around the world, it has deep religious and cultural significance. In this article, we'll delve into its history and symbolism, and share some tips to help you make your Easter even more special.
The origin and meaning of Easter
The word 'Easter' comes from the Hebrew 'Pesach', meaning 'passage'. For Jews, Passover celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. For Christians, Easter symbolises the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion and is considered the most important celebration in Christianity.
Regardless of belief, Easter is associated with rebirth, hope, and new beginnings — themes that encourage reflection on our attitudes and the importance of loving our neighbours.
The symbols of Easter
Have you ever wondered why rabbits and eggs are so closely associated with this festival? Each element has a special meaning:
• The Easter bunny symbolises fertility and new life. As rabbits reproduce quickly, they have become a symbol of renewal.
• Easter eggs: in the past, eggs were hand-painted and given as gifts to represent birth and renewal. Over time, chocolate eggs emerged and have become one of the most iconic • symbols of Easter.
• The lamb symbolises Jesus as the 'Lamb of God' who, according to Christian tradition, sacrificed himself for the salvation of mankind.
• Candles and flowers represent light and life. They are commonly used in Easter decorations and religious celebrations.
This celebration provides an opportunity to renew our values and cultivate empathy, compassion and faith, whether through religious traditions, family gatherings or small gestures of affection. Hotel Roma, located in the heart of Lisbon, offers the perfect setting in which to experience this special time of year in an atmosphere of tranquillity, comfort and genuine hospitality. Whether you're a traveller looking to relax or a local celebrating close to home, may your Easter at Hotel Roma be filled with meaning and inspiration, helping you to become a better person every day.
Happy Easter!
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The origin and meaning of Easter
The word 'Easter' comes from the Hebrew 'Pesach', meaning 'passage'. For Jews, Passover celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. For Christians, Easter symbolises the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion and is considered the most important celebration in Christianity.
Regardless of belief, Easter is associated with rebirth, hope, and new beginnings — themes that encourage reflection on our attitudes and the importance of loving our neighbours.
The symbols of Easter
Have you ever wondered why rabbits and eggs are so closely associated with this festival? Each element has a special meaning:
• The Easter bunny symbolises fertility and new life. As rabbits reproduce quickly, they have become a symbol of renewal.
• Easter eggs: in the past, eggs were hand-painted and given as gifts to represent birth and renewal. Over time, chocolate eggs emerged and have become one of the most iconic • symbols of Easter.
• The lamb symbolises Jesus as the 'Lamb of God' who, according to Christian tradition, sacrificed himself for the salvation of mankind.
• Candles and flowers represent light and life. They are commonly used in Easter decorations and religious celebrations.
This celebration provides an opportunity to renew our values and cultivate empathy, compassion and faith, whether through religious traditions, family gatherings or small gestures of affection. Hotel Roma, located in the heart of Lisbon, offers the perfect setting in which to experience this special time of year in an atmosphere of tranquillity, comfort and genuine hospitality. Whether you're a traveller looking to relax or a local celebrating close to home, may your Easter at Hotel Roma be filled with meaning and inspiration, helping you to become a better person every day.
Happy Easter!