Easter

International Christian Embassy condemns burning of Netanyahu effigy at Spain Easter ceremony

The group also urged the Vatican to reconsider what it described as one-sided criticism of Israel and to take steps to prevent similar incidents globally. 

|ByTHE MEDIA LINE STAFF
People cheer as an effigy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is blown up, in this screengrab from a video obtained from social media, in El Burgo, Spain, April 5, 2026.
Christian worshippers take part in the Holy Fire ceremony at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City during the Easter holiday on April 11, 2026.

'A beacon of tolerance': Holy Fire ceremony marked in Jerusalem's Old City

Jerusalem's Municipality had worked with the Tourism and Interior Ministries to prepare for the event, with Mayor Moshe Lion extending his blessing to the Jerusalem Christian community.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Russian President Vladimir Putin pictured April 7, 2026.

Russia's Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire, Ukraine's Zelensky agrees

Putin's announcement was similar to a 30-hour ceasefire he ordered last year. Each side accused the other of violating it.

|ByREUTERS
Dubai Chocolate.

KitKat trucks heist may cause Easter shortage in Europe

“We’ve always encouraged people to take a break with KitKat, but it seems the thieves took the message a bit too literally – and drove off with over 12 tons of our chocolate,” Nestlé said.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Violence in Jerusalem's Old City dissipates as tourists flock for holidays

Security is high as the first day of Passover holiday coincides with Easter Sunday, Orthodox Palm Sunday and Ramadan, bringing worshipers of all faiths.

APRIL 17, 2022ByJUDITH SUDILOVSKY
A Border Police officer is seen walking in Jerusalem's Western Wall on April 17, 2022

Thousands of Christians gather at empty tomb in Jerusalem

Numerous biblical passages were ready during the service.

APRIL 17, 2022ByJOEL C. ROSENBERG / ALL ISRAEL NEWS
The Garden Tomb in Jerusalem

Pope condemns cruelty of Ukraine war at Easter vigil service

The pope spoke of the "darkness of war, of cruelty."

APRIL 17, 2022ByREUTERS
Easter Vigil in Saint Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican

Shroud of Turin: Suffering and sacrifice point to the victory of Easter

Opinion: The ghostly image of the crucified man on the Shroud has shaped how we depict Jesus.

APRIL 16, 2022ByJEFFREY KLOHA
Jeffrey Kloha

Easter laughter: Controversial medieval history of religious jokes

Opinion: There has always been scope for joy and laughter in Easter celebrations.

APRIL 16, 2022BySEB COXON
Laughing priest (illustrative)

Text at pope's Good Friday service scrapped after Ukrainian protest

"Faced with death, silence is the most eloquent of words."

APRIL 16, 2022ByREUTERS
Pope Francis leads the Good Friday Passion of the Lord service at the Vatican

Ukraine war overshadows pope's Good Friday services

The Good Friday service is one of the few events where the pope does not deliver a homily.

APRIL 16, 2022ByREUTERS
Pope Francis leads the Good Friday Passion of the Lord service at the Vatican

Pope visits Italian prison for traditional foot washing Mass

The pope washed and kissed the feet of 12 male and female inmates.

APRIL 15, 2022ByREUTERS
Pope Francis celebrates the Holy Mass in Coena Domini at the Civitavecchia prison

The roots of the Easter bunny explained

Opinion: This mythical figure has taken a long journey from European prehistory to today.

APRIL 15, 2022ByTOK THOMPSON
Easter bunny (illustrative)

Theologian explains different Baptist views on Jesus' resurrection

Opinion: Resurrection is a pivotal event in the Chrsitian faith.

APRIL 15, 2022ByJASON OLIVER EVANS
The resurrection