Why do some religions not celebrate Easter?

Christian Criticisms of Easter The root of most modern Easter criticisms lies in the Protestant Reformation. Some claimed that it was derivative of pagan practices that were incompatible with Christianity, while others identified it with their criticism of papal authority and ritual (Walsh).

What religion does not celebrate Easter?

Jehovah’s Witnesses do not celebrate most holidays or events that honour people who aren’t Jesus. That includes birthdays, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Hallowe’en. They also don’t celebrate religious holidays such as Christmas and Easter in the belief that these customs have pagan origins.

Do Jehovahs Witness believe in the resurrection?

Witnesses believe in Heaven, but do not believe in Hell. Unlike many other religions, Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that death is not just the death of the physical body but also the death of the soul. However, they do believe that resurrection is possible.

Do Jehovah Witnesses celebrate Christmas and Easter?

Witnesses do not celebrate Christmas or Easter because they believe that these festivals are based on (or massively contaminated by) pagan customs and religions. They point out that Jesus did not ask his followers to mark his birthday.

Is Easter a pagan festival?

Well, it turns out Easter actually began as a pagan festival celebrating spring in the Northern Hemisphere, long before the advent of Christianity. Following the advent of Christianity, the Easter period became associated with the resurrection of Christ.

What did Jesus say about Easter?

John 11:25-26. Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

Do Jehovah Witness believe Jesus was resurrected?

Witnesses believe in one God, not the Trinity. Like most Christians, they believe that Jesus Christ died for humankind’s sins, however they do not believe that he was physically resurrected after his crucifixion. They believe that he was only spiritually resurrected.