Easter Monday, which falls on April 10 this year, is the Christian holiday following Easter Sunday, which commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from the tomb following his crucifixion. Also known as Bright Monday, Renewal Monday, Wet Monday, and the Dyngus Day, the Monday that immediately follows Easter Day is steeped in diverse and intriguing traditions. Although the Bible does not command the observance of this holiday, many Christian groups — primarily Roman Catholics and Eastern Orthodox — observe it as a legal holiday and as part of their cultural heritage.
HISTORY OF EASTER MONDAY
Easter Monday is the final day of the holy week before the start of the work week. It marks the second day of Octave in Eastern Christianity and the second day of Eastertide in Western Christianity and is a public holiday in many countries around the world.
The term “Easter Monday” was first recorded in the 15th century. For Christians, the Monday following Easter, which is observed on Sundays, is a day of great religious significance. While different cultures observe the day with different traditions, all Christ-followers gather to celebrate the return of the Messiah in their own way. The Catholic Church refers to this day as “Angel Monday.”
Jesus remained on Earth for forty days after his crucifixion and resurrection, during which time he appeared to believers, healed the sick, and spread the message of God. Jesus’ actions also contributed to the founding of the first church. It is believed that Jesus ascended to heaven forty days after his resurrection.
Easter Monday is not explicitly a religious holiday. Some Christian groups observe this day with processions and parades in the open air. Some individuals host and compete in Easter egg-rolling competitions. For some, Monday is Wet Monday, a day when spouses and siblings wake each other up by pouring buckets of water on each other. Easter Monday is celebrated for one more day with enjoyable traditions before the festival concludes.
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FIVE EASTER TRADITIONS FACTS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND
The largest chocolate Easter egg in the world
In 2011, Italy produced the world’s largest chocolate Easter egg, which weighed 7.9 tonnes.
Easter Monday Rain
On Easter Monday, men in the Czech Republic throw buckets of water on attractive women.
Easter Bunny
In 1680, the first story about a rabbit hiding eggs in a garden was published, sparking the Easter bunny tradition in the United States in the 18th century.
Do you eat the ears first as well?
59% of those who consume chocolate bunnies prefer to start with the ears.
The lily is the official flower of Easter.
The white lily, which symbolises grace and beauty, is recognised as the official Easter flower for this holiday.
