At Eastertime, the most important holiday in the Christian world, religious processions in many Latin American countries pass over ornate street "carpets" fashioned from colored sawdust, flowers and fruit. Children in Finland and Sweden dress as "Easter witches." In the Caribbean, those who swim on Good Friday risk bad luck. In the Philippines, some penitents volunteer to be crucified. In some European countries, Easter Monday is the day for dousing women with water. With 240 entries, this book explores these and scores of other unusual and sometimes bizarre international Holy Week customs, both sacred and secular, from pilgrimages to Jerusalem to classic seasonal films and television specials.

Hibbard issues a creative call for Christian families to celebrate Easter that includes devotions and activities which center on Christ's resurrection. Features Easter/Lent countdown calendar, patterns, recipes, and more.

This beautiful gift book treasury is highlighted by verses from the KJV, and includes poetry, along with stories, paintings and essays describing the traditions of Easter. Ribbon marker.

Introduces the holiday and describes how Christians celebrate in Mexico, Ethiopia, Sweden, Russia, the Philippines, Colombia, and Germany.

Explains the meaning of the holiday Easter and presents photographs and descriptions of celebration traditions around the world. Includes recipe for Franny's tatales.