A History as Rich as the Red Dye Shrouded in mystery, the Greek Easter egg game likely stems from both ancient fertility rites (eggs symbolizing new life) and pagan celebrations (tapping eggs ...

The custom of decorating eggs for Easter dates back to ancient civilizations, predating Christianity. In many cultures, eggs were revered as symbols of fertility, new life, and rebirth—themes ...

Ash Wednesday is on March 5, the day marking the start of the 40-day Lenten season that culminates with Easter ... of years to pagan spring and fertility rites, according to the History Channel.