ChristianityPosts and articles about ChristianityCommunityWhat does Jesus' resurrection have to do with Easter?I'm confused. I don't understand how chocolate eggs and bunnies relate to the resurrection of Jesus?CommunityIs Easter the day when Jesus was crucified?CommunityWhy do people buy Easter presents?What is the purpose behind exchanging gifts on Easter?CommunityWhat can I gift my kids for Easter?I have a 5-year-old daughter and an 8-year-old son, and I have hit a blank. What should I get them for Easter (other than chocolate eggs and rabbits)?CommunityWas Christmas originally a pagan holiday?I grew up celebrating Christmas as a Christian holiday and the birthday of Christ. Recently, I got to know a Jehovah's Witness, and she explained to me that the...BlogMarie-Claire De VilliersIsrael’s Underwater Treasure Found in CaesareaAncient Caesarea lies about halfway between Haifa and Tel Aviv, on Israel's Mediterranean Coast. The city played an important role in history and was once home ...AnswersCarmen SlabbertWhat Does the Star of Bethlehem Mean in Christianity?The star of Bethlehem is one of the most recognized symbols in Christianity as it represents the hope that came with the birth of Jesus. It is also now used reg...CommunityWhy is the St George monastery important to Christians?What makes this monastery so significant? Did St George convert to Christianity? If so, when did that happen? CommunityWhat does it mean to achieve salvation in Christianity?Does the bible say anything about reaching salvation?CommunityWhere did the gift-giving tradition in Christmas come from?What is the religious origin of Christmas gifts? Does it stem from Christianity?CommunityWhat does the bible say about decorating a Christmas tree?Is decorating a Christmas tree a Christian tradition?CommunityWhich pope changed the sabbath to a Sunday?Hi, I found out that some religions hold a sabbath on a Saturday while others are on Sunday. Does the bible say anything about a sabbath? Apparently, the sabba...CommunityWho qualifies for Israeli citizenship?Can being a Christian be enough to qualify and apply for citizenship in Israel?CommunityWhat is the Judeo-Christian tradition?What are the Judeo-Christian beliefs and practices?CommunityWhat is the religious significance of challah bread?Hi, I've been learning about different types of bread and how to make them, etc. Recently, we've touched on Challah from Israel. Now I'm intrigued. Is challah...CommunityHow can I share the gift of faith with others?I find that I have immense faith and trust in God. I would love to share that faith and love with others, but I'm not sure how to. D you have any ideas?CommunityHow is the Christmas tree-related to Christianity?Hi, I've been wondering what the bible says about the Christmas tree and its relation to Christianity. What is the religious significance behind it? Do you kn...CommunityWhat is the veil in Christianity?Hi, I am pondering the concept of wedding veils in Christianity. Why is it a tradition for women to wear them? CommunityDoes Santa Claus exist in Christianity?Does the bible say anything about Santa Claus? I've been inspecting Christmas, and it seems that it is a great mixture of traditions and beliefs. Some from Paga...CommunityIs Santa Claus related to Jesus?Is there a relationship between Jesus and Santa, or is it a story that has been made up to please children? If he exists and is related to Jesus, is Santa Claus...CommunityHow many Christians live in Israel?Since Israel is claimed to be the holy land, what percentage of Israel are religious Christians?CommunityIs an Advent Calendar Christian?Since many Christmas traditions tend to be rooted in pagan rituals, I wondered if the Advent calendar is truly a Christian practice or if it is one of those ado...CommunityWhy do the Armenians have a quarter in Jerusalem?So if Jerusalem is the home of Christianity, I don't understand why they have a Christian Quarter and an Armenian Quarter? What is the reason for this?