Catholic and Orthodox — fall on the same date, April 20, due to the alignment of the Julian and Gregorian calendars.

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Nearly two decades have passed since the 26-year civil war ended in Sri Lanka. Yet, Muslims displaced from the island nation still face significant challenges in returning to their homes and ...

Here’s a look at Easter and Holy Week. On Easter Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion. It also marks the end of the 40-day period of ...

Other aspects of the holiday, such as Easter eggs, also derive from Christian traditions. The colorful Easter eggs you might decorate with your family are symbols of new life and rebirth. Ancient ...

Alex Matisse grew up in a family of acclaimed artists, but not until he took an after-school pottery class did he discover his own life’s path. Now his East Fork Pottery makes bowls, plates and other ...

Brigid's Day, February 1, is when Ireland remembers the Celtic goddess Brigid and her immense power in both the Irish mythological and religious ... and so invents the art form.

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Easter eggs, or resurrection eggs, do have their roots in pagan traditions during the spring equinox however, over time, they've come to be part of the Christian holiday celebrating eternal life in ...