Where and how is Easter celebrated in other countries. Where to celebrate Easter in Greece? Where to celebrate Easter
The brilliant feast of the Resurrection of Christ is the most important in the country of Orthodoxy, Greece. It is celebrated unusually brightly, sometimes fantastically! The festivities are preceded by magnificent church services in compliance with centuries-old traditions. In each region of the country, Easter is celebrated in its own way - sometimes very unusual, but always this event becomes unforgettable.
Corfu island is considered the best point for those wishing to celebrate the Bright holiday. Theatrical performances, religious processions, the procession of the military and philharmonic orchestras through the streets, the performances of musicians are ahead of the Maslenitsa carnivals on the scale of what is happening. Religious rituals give the holiday a special flavor and solemnity. Sunny weather attracts citizens and villagers to the street. Under the volleys of firecrackers on Holy Saturday, Easter jugs filled with water fly down from the balconies of the houses of the old city - this is the tradition of celebrating Easter.
On the island of Chios with the onset of Sunday midnight, the real rocket attack begins! It takes place traditionally in the city of Vrontados. The sight is not for the faint of heart! Special firecrackers, leaving behind a luminous trail, start a crossfire. The spectacle is accompanied by the sound of gunshots. Such a "rocket war" takes place on the island every year. The roots of the tradition go back to the time of the Turkish enslavement and the liberation movement of the Greeks.
But the island of Leonidio in the village of Arcadia, the night sky blooms with hosts of lanterns, rushing to the darkening heights. Each air dome of a thousand soaring into the sky covers a living light. This spectacle is extraordinarily captivating, reminiscent of a deep prayer that goes into Eternity. But the clouds of luminous multi-colored lanterns also remind of childhood and the endless joy of all things!
On the island of Patmos Easter is celebrated with special reverence and splendor. Here the Evangelist John the Theologian wrote the Revelation dictated by the Holy Spirit, and therefore the attitude to the shrines here is special. Liturgies are held in the cave skete, in the chapel of St. John. On Maundy Thursday, the performance of the Last Supper takes place on the square near the town hall. Twelve monks sit, like the apostles, while the hegumen washes their feet, as Christ did His disciples. Then the procession moves to the prayer place, symbolizing the Garden of Gethsemane. The Resurrection of Christ is celebrated in the monastery complex. The gospel is read at the festive service in seven languages of the world, including Russian and ancient Greek, known since the time of Homer.
On the island of Syros Traditionally, Catholics and Orthodox celebrate Easter together. Processions leaving the doors of parish churches solemnly pass through the streets of Ermoupolis and meet in the main square, merging into one. Sunday night blooms with rainbow-colored fireworks that illuminate the ancient city.
"KP in Ukraine" decided to collect the main facts about those countries where Orthodox Easter is celebrated at the state level with the provision of days off for the population. In general, all the Easter traditions of the Orthodox in different countries are similar. Of course, there are some local rituals that only complement the overall flavor of the holiday. They will be discussed.
Easter is celebrated by all Orthodox churches in the world according to the Julian calendar. But only the Russian, Jerusalem, Georgian, Serbian and Macedonian Orthodox churches celebrate Christmas at the same time.
Bulgaria
There is an autocephalous local Orthodox Church in the country.
By According to the Bulgarian tradition for Easter, colored eggs are laid around Easter bread. Like us, Bulgarians clink krashenka until the shell breaks.
Moldova
There is a self-governing part of the Russian Orthodox Church called the Moldavian-Chisinau Metropolis.
In Moldova, for Easter, in addition to traditional krashenka and Easter cakes, it is customary to slaughter a lamb, put on the table such national dishes as pies, cabbage rolls, hominy, jambon (ham in dough), resol (jelly from a rooster) and so on. "Hristos a inviat" (Christ is risen!) - "Adevarat a inviat" (Truly risen!) - Bulgarians greet each other after the Great Resurrection.
Romania
The country has a canonical autocephalous local Orthodox Church.
In addition, non-canonical "Orthodox Old Calendar Church" and "True Orthodox Church of Romania" operate in the country. Easter (Paşti) in Romania is celebrated on a grand scale and has a rich ritual palette. On Easter night, Romanian girls dip the tongue of a church bell into spring water. Before the Easter breakfast, they “wash themselves” with a consecrated painted egg in order to be healthy and ruddy. One of the traditional dishes on the table is "baby" - sweet pasta cooked according to a special recipe.
Greece
In Greece, the state is not separated from the church, and canonical Orthodoxy is the state religion. The country has the Orthodox Church of Constantinople, which is the mother church for other canonical Orthodox churches of the Byzantine tradition. In Greece, there are 9 more autocephalous and non-autocephalous canonical Orthodox churches that recognize the supremacy of the Patriarchate of Constantinople. Of course, Easter is celebrated here in a big way.
"Christos Anesti!", "Alithos Anesti!", or "Kalo Easter" (Good Easter) and "Hronya Paul" (Many Years) - this is how the Greeks greet each other on the eve and after the Resurrection of Christ. During Holy Week, the Greeks bake unleavened bread "Lagana". On Maundy Tuesday, it is customary to cook kuluraki cookies. On Great Wednesday, they bless the eggs that will be dyed, as well as the leaven for baking Easter tsoureki buns in the shape of a circle or a cross. These puff pastries will be eaten on Sunday.
Cyprus
In the Greek part of Cyprus, there is a semi-autonomous Orthodox Church within the Patriarchate of Constantinople.
Easter traditions here are similar to Greek ones. On the traditional festive table there is soup "magiritsa", red colored eggs, and lamb roasted on a spit.
Serbia
There is an autocephalous local Orthodox Church in Serbia, and the Easter holiday is given a lot of national and state attention here.
Interestingly, in Serbia there is no tradition of baking Easter cake. And the eggs are also dyed. And one is put in a vase until the next Easter, like a home amulet. Last year's egg is left on the branches of a tree. The main attributes on the Easter table among the Serbs are bread, wine and boiled sprinkles. Without a gypsy orchestra, Easter in Serbia does not pass, however, like any other significant holiday. On Sunday evening people gather and dance right in the courtyard of their parish churches.
Montenegro
The country is part of the canonical territory of the Serbian Orthodox Church, which is represented in Montenegro by four dioceses.
It is noteworthy that in Montenegro they do not carry Easter treats to church to consecrate. All other traditions are very similar to Ukrainian ones.
Bosnia-Herzegovina
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, about half of the population are Orthodox Christians and are part of the canonical territory of the Serbian Orthodox Church.
Their Easter rites practically do not differ from the Serbian ones, except that some rites are named after the Turkish way.
Ethiopia
There is an ancient Ethiopian (Abyssinian) Orthodox Church in the country, which considers the Coptic Orthodox Church in Egypt to be its metropolis.
Many rites and interpretations of the Bible by the Orthodox Patriarchate of Constantinople (Byzantine tradition) and the Coptic Patriarchate are fundamentally different. However, Easter is celebrated here with the entire Orthodox world. During the service on Saturday before Great Sunday, the parishioners prostrate themselves 101 times. Sunday night and morning worship is more like a concert - people sing and dance. Closer to Sunday, lambs are sacrificed.
Egypt
In Egypt, the Coptic Orthodox Church operates, which differs from the Orthodox churches of the Byzantine tradition even more than Orthodoxy from Catholicism.
Nevertheless, all great holidays are celebrated and honored there, just like in our country. In 2014, this holiday became a state holiday, and the day became a holiday, regardless of religion.
Georgia
The Georgian Apostolic Autocephalous Orthodox Church operates in Georgia, which is considered one of the oldest Christian churches in the world (it has been operating since 467).
On Great Wednesday in some regions of Georgia, large bonfires are lit and people jump over them. which symbolizes the purification of the soul and body before the Resurrection. Already in the morning on the most important day of the holiday, Georgians greet "Christ agdga!" (Christ is risen) - "Cheshmaritad agdga!" (Truly risen).
Syria
The Autocephalous Local Orthodox Church of Antioch operates in the country.
Instead of Easter cake, the Syrians cook "cliché" - bread made from gray flour. They also dye eggs. But I don’t cliché, it’s not customary for them to consecrate eggs in the church. The main dishes on the table are baked meat and vegetable salads.
Albania
The Albanian Autocephalous Local Orthodox Church operates in the country.
In Albania, as in other Balkan countries, Easter is celebrated on a grand scale, with gypsy orchestras and round dances in churchyards.
Macedonia
In parallel, there is a canonical Orthodox Ohrid Archdiocese within the Serbian Orthodox Church and a non-canonical Macedonian Orthodox Church.
Easter rituals of folk festivals do not differ much from other Balkan states.
Ukraine
The canonical Ukrainian Orthodox Church operates in our country, which is a self-governing autonomy of the Russian Orthodox Church. In addition, there are the non-canonical Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Kiev Patriarchate, the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church, the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church Canonical (non-canonical, despite the name), the Ukrainian Autocephalous Orthodox Church (updated).
Russia
Russian Orthodox Autocephalous Local Church, the largest in the world. Extends its jurisdiction to 16 countries, including Ukraine. In addition, there are non-canonical Old Orthodox churches that do not recognize the Byzantine tradition: the Russian Orthodox Old Believer Church, the Old Orthodox Pomeranian Church, the Russian Old Orthodox Church.
Belarus
The Belarusian Orthodox Church operates in the country as an exarchate (local branch) of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Moscow is ready to celebrate Orthodox Easter on a grand scale: the Easter Gift charity festival starts in the center of the capital this weekend. The program includes performances, lectures and tastings. Yes, on Manezhnaya Square On April 7 and 8, a theatrical performance-concert of the orchestra of the project "Anton is nearby" will be played, which will be replaced by performances based on famous fairy tales performed by actors from the capital's theaters. In parallel, master classes on creating Easter decorations and floristry will be held on the site.
V Kamergersky lane everyone will be taught the culinary arts. Chefs will share the secrets of preparing Lenten and Easter treats, as well as dishes for the festive table. There will also be a theatrical program - for everyone, actors from Moscow theaters will play performances of The Little Humpbacked Horse, The Crow and the Fox, The Golden Fish and others.
On the Revolution Square there will be creative meetings with the founders and wards of charitable foundations, the day of the Artist Foundation, which supports older actors, as well as lectures and master classes on making Easter gifts. The program also includes creative meetings with famous artists and concert numbers. In addition, as part of the Golden Mask in the City project, performances by inclusive theaters from Moscow and other regions are waiting for visitors on Revolution Square, and the ORBI charity foundation will organize a marathon to combat stroke - doctors will diagnose and give advice to everyone over 25 years.
"Medical program" will be on Tverskaya Square- lectures on health and proper nutrition will be given here. They will entertain with musical fairy tales, master classes in preparing an Easter dinner and a concert of pop stars. And at 12:00 a real Easter ball with the participation of professional dancers will begin here.
Square in front of the Central Department Store during the festival, it will turn into a fabulous spring forest, where Easter master classes will be held with the participation of celebrities. And animal lovers are waiting on Tverskoy Boulevard - master classes on training and caring for pets, as well as charity events in support of homeless dogs and cats will be held here.
Near the Kremlin, between Manezhnaya Square and Revolution Square, experienced coaches will help the guests of the festival to master the game of golf. To participate, you will need to send a donation to the funds participating in the festival. The charity auction will run until April 15, and according to the results, the 6 people who made the largest donation will win an invitation to one of the training sessions with the participation of golf stars. Golf master classes for adults and young athletes will be held throughout the festival.
Master classes, quests and performances will be held in Izmailovsky, Babushkinsky, Filevsky parks, as well as in the park« Kuzminki". In addition, members of the folklore ensemble and the church choir will perform on the stage of the Olympic Village Park in Filevsky, and the guests will be entertained by buffoons all day long.
AGN "Moscow" / Anton Kardashov
V Lianozovsky park they will open a mobile belfry and show everyone how the bell ringing is born on Easter. V Northern Tushino learn how to shoot a bow, Sokolniki- dance. In addition, Sokolniki will host performances by participants in the Voice show and the Taste of Life culinary show.
Muscovites will be able to learn how to draw with sand and come up with their own sand show at a special master class in Zaryadye park. V Hermitage arrange a vintage photo shoot, in garden named after Bauman will sing, dance and arrange a show of soap bubbles.
V Victory Park on Poklonnaya Hill bell ringing will sound, and everyone, under the guidance of a bell ringer, will be able to learn how to control bells and build a musical pattern.
Prepared for Easter and Moscow restaurants. Most offer to buy author's cakes from chefs, and some even prepared a special menu and treats.
Yes, in a restaurant. "Turandot» Easter brunch will be held: chefs and confectioners will prepare traditional treats, and for children there will be festive animation and master classes on decorating Easter cakes and painting eggs.
V white rabbit baked caramel angels, and each guest will receive a compliment from the chef in the form of multi-colored quail eggs and baked cottage cheese Easter Eskimo. Italian Luciano offers Easter vanilla cupcakes topped with marzipan chocolate mousse.
V Chicha prepared Easter with a reduced sugar content for everyone who adheres to a healthy lifestyle. And in Zodiac Easter cake and Easter crossed, creating a variation on the traditional Japanese dessert wagashi mochi: delicate rice dough will be stuffed with cottage cheese mousse with raisins and honey crumbs.
V Soho Country Club will hold master classes for children on cooking Easter cakes, weaving wreaths and coloring eggs. Black Thai on Easter invites you to a festive brunch with hits of Thai cuisine, original Easter cakes and branded muffins. A french bistro Geraldine offers guests a themed dessert - a chocolate egg and traditional French dry red wine Cahors for dinner.
16 Moscow parks will celebrate Easter this weekend. Visitors will be taught to play the bells, invited to take part in quests and help orphans
In Izmailovsky park April 8, the day of Easter, the program will start at 13:00 and will last until 19:00. visitors will enjoy a creative master class on creating an Easter basket, as well as a children's quest game "Easter Miracle", which will start at 17:00. Children will have to unravel the tape carousel without releasing the end of the tape, and look for objects with clues on the playground to find the final prize. In addition, for a whole week, musical groups and theater and film artists will perform on the main stage for guests of the park.
In Fili Park during the Easter week, folklore ensembles will perform, various master classes and performances will be held. Guests will be entertained by buffoons, and on April 8, visitors will enjoy the performance of the church choir, which will begin at 15:30 on the main stage of the park.
Lianozovsky park promises puppet shows, themed workshops and quests during the Easter week. And on April 8, from 14:00 to 15:00, a real mobile belfry will appear in the park, so that everyone can see how the bell ringing is born on Easter. From 16:00 to 17:00 the church choir will perform in Lianozovsky Park.
In Babushkinsky park several sites will operate. On April 8, at 14:00, creative master classes on painting an Easter egg will be held at the center of creativity and leisure, and at 15:00 — on making an Easter card. The official part of the program will take place on the Green Stage, a brass band and a folklore group will perform, and a puppet theater performance will be shown for young spectators. On Fountain Square from 13:00 to 14:00 bell ringers will give a lesson in playing the bells.
In the park "Kuzminki" creative and culinary master classes, as well as an animation program are waiting for guests. Guests at the master classes will get acquainted with various techniques for painting Easter eggs (the lesson will start at 15:00), they will be able to make an Easter tree with their own hands (the lesson starts at 15:00), as well as cook traditional Easter dishes (the lesson also starts at 15:00). ). And at 13:00, a quest to find Easter eggs will begin on the central square.
In the park "Northern Tushino" April 8 invites you to an Easter-themed origami master class for children (at 13:00 on the main square), as well as an archery master class (beginning also at 13:00). The little guests of the park are also waiting for the quest "Journey through fairy tales" (beginning at 14:00 on the main square) and a children's performance.
Sokolniki Park" April 8 from 13:00 to 15:00 invites guests to take part in master classes on decorating Easter eggs, holiday cards, making Easter symbols, and also learn to dance (from 15:00 to 16:00). Visitors are waiting for the performances of the participants of the show "Voice", animation programs, theatrical performance "Easter Chime" and the performance of the orchestra. And at 16:20 at the Lilac cafe there will be a culinary show "Taste of Life".
In Zaryadye park from 13:00 to 15:00 a series of master classes is scheduled. Visitors will try their hand at sand painting, learn the secrets of a professional artist, and then create their own story and sand show together. In addition, everyone is invited to lessons on creating Easter eggs from felt and decorative wreaths.
