Easter Symbols

Being one of the holiest Christian festivals, Easter is associated with a host of traditional symbols and icons. But most of the Easter symbols pre-date Christianity and are remnants of ancient pagan symbolism. Since Easter festival heralds the advent of spring, Easter symbols such as the bunny and eggs represent the fertile state of mother earth. Other symbols of Easter such as Easter cross and white lilies are religious in flavor since they symbolize the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Here are some prominent Easter symbols: