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 ...

We believe that the origins of Easter customs, which come from ancient fertility rites, make Easter unacceptable to God,” reads a statement from Jehova Witness website. Further, the website ...

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.

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.