Easter eggs: Symbolism, legends and traditions
The concept of the hollow chocolate Easter egg seamlessly embodies the symbolism of Easter.
The concept of the hollow chocolate Easter egg seamlessly embodies the symbolism of Easter.
Easter signifies new beginnings and cherished moments with your family and friends! And there's no better way to celebrate the joy of Easter than by savouring a feast.
He also voiced "deep concern" over a flare-up in tensions between Israel and Palestinians. Recent violence in the Middle East "threatens the desired climate of trust and mutual respect needed to resume dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians," Francis said.
Archbishop, Rev Anil J Couto said, "This was the first time a Prime Minister has ever visited this Church so it was a happy moment."
Midnight Easter prayers were held at various churches in the country. People gathered at decorated churches and offered prayers on the holy occasion of Easter.
Security forces had been on a desperate hunt for Hashim, believed to be around 40, after the government named the group he led -- the National Thowheeth Jama'ath -- as its prime suspect.
Police on Thursday released the names and pictures of the suspects and sought information regarding them from the public.
Police said the explosion was reported in a garbage dump behind the Pugoda Magistrate's Court.
On Tuesday, the Islamic State or the ISIS had claimed responsibility for the deadly attacks without providing any major evidence.
Fifty people were killed in shooting attacks on two mosques in the New Zealand city of Christchurch on March 15.
