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The most dominant position amongst all symbols of Easter is Easter bunny. It is the most popular and common item for decoration, food and celebration purpose all around the world. Indeed, it is the contemporary rage. Gift shops and galleries are flooded with cute bunny rabbit toys and soft toys. Decoration with Easter bunny is quite common in homes throughout the world during this resurrection festival of Christians. In fact, Easter bunnies have become a major source of income for the confectioners during Easter celebrations. People love to enjoy the yummy chocolaty bunny rabbit cookies and cakes. Symbolizing fertility and new life, Easter bunnies rule the world these days.
The history of Easter bunny dates back to the pre-Christian era. People believed that Easter Bunny or Easter rabbit or Easter hare is said to reproduce very quickly and hence, they were the symbols of fertility and fruitfulness. In fact, they represented 'new life' during the spring festival-Easter. Easter Bunny history seems to have originated in Germany. Around 1500, it was only in Germany that it was first mentioned in various writings and books.
Easter bunny also has non-religious connotation. In fact, Easter has derived its name from the Anglo-Saxon goddess called Eostre or Ostara, who is embodiment of fruitfulness and of springtime. This goddess was always seen with her small bunny rabbit. Hence, the term descended as Easter bunny. But when the Christians converted the tribal people, they started to observe Eastre or Easter as a religious festival of new birth and new life.
Various traditions and customs are related to Easter bunny. In Germany, Easter bunny is made up of pastry and sugar and eaten on Easter day. Indeed, eating of sweet Easter bunny was considered auspicious and it was believed that it brought good luck and joy in the family. One of the most interesting Easter bunny traditions is popular among children. They make nests of leaves, moss, or grass and place it in their yards or gardens so that Easter would fill it with brightly colored and decorated eggs.
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