Written by Abigail March 6, 2024
When is Easter 2024?
Easter is the most important festival in the Christian calendar, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. But Easter does not have a set yearly date, unlike other fixed holidays, such as Christmas or New Year. Instead, it is a "movable feast" that depends on the lunar cycle and the spring equinox. [1] [2]
So, when is Easter 2024? According to the Gregorian calendar, the most widely used [3] civil calendar in the world, Easter 2024 will fall on Sunday, March 31, which means Good Friday will be on March 29, and Easter Monday will be on April 1. Easter 2024 will be the earliest Easter since 2008, on March 23.
But how is the date of Easter determined? The rule is that Easter is the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after March 21, the spring equinox date in the Northern Hemisphere. [4] This is based on the ancient method of calculating the date of Passover, the Jewish festival commemorating the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. According to the Bible, Jesus was crucified during the Passover week and rose from the dead on the third day.
However, there is a catch. The full moon date is not based on the actual astronomical observation but on a fixed table of ecclesiastical full moon dates. These dates can differ from the full moon by a day or two. Also, the spring equinox date is fixed at March 21, even though it can vary slightly. [5] These adjustments were made to keep the date of Easter within a reasonable range and to avoid conflicts with other religious holidays.
Another complication is that not all Christians follow the same calendar to celebrate Easter. Many Eastern Orthodox churches use the Julian calendar, which is currently 13 days behind the Gregorian calendar [6], to determine the date of Easter. Therefore, in 2024, Eastern Orthodox Easter will be on Sunday, May 5, more than a month later than Western Easter.
You can use this online calculator to find the exact number of days, hours, minutes, and seconds until Easter 2024 or any other year. You can also check out the table of Easter dates for the next ten years.
Easter 3D Prints Ideas
Easter is not only a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ but also a time to enjoy some fun and creative activities with your family and friends. One of these activities is 3D printing, which allows you to create personalized and unique Easter decorations, gifts, and toys. Whether you have a 3D printer at home or access to one at a local library, maker space, or online 3D printing services, you can find plenty of Easter 3D print ideas online to suit your taste and skill level.
In this section, we will share some of the best Easter 3D print ideas we have found online. These 3D prints are easy to make, fun to use, and sure to impress your loved ones. Let's get started!
Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny is Easter's most iconic and beloved character, bringing joy and chocolate eggs to children worldwide. If you want to make your own Easter bunny, you have many options to choose from, such as:
Easter Bunny Robert with a Giant EggV2: This is a cute and detailed model of a bunny holding a giant egg, which you can fill with candy or other surprises. The model is designed to be printed without supports, and it comes in two versions: one with a flat base and one with a grassy base.
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Easter Bunny Cookies Cutters Set: This is a set of four cookie cutters in the shape of different bunny poses, such as sitting, standing, jumping, and lying down. You can use them to make delicious and adorable cookies for your Easter party or give them as gifts to your friends who love baking.
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Easter Dragon, Easter Bunny Dragon Articulating Figure: This is a unique and creative twist on the Easter bunny, combining it with a dragon. The model is articulated, meaning you can pose it differently, with a removable egg in its mouth. The model is also customizable, allowing you to change the dragon's color, size, and shape.
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Easter Eggs
Easter eggs are another essential element of Easter, symbolizing new life and fertility. They are also fun to decorate, hide, and hunt for. If you want to make your own Easter eggs, you have many options to choose from, such as:
Easter Egg Stamp Set - Includes 30 unique designs: This is a set of 30 stamps that you can use to decorate your eggs with various patterns, such as flowers, stars, hearts, animals, and more. The stamps are easy to print and use and can be used for other crafts, such as clay, soap, or candles.
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Easter Egg Dispenser Bunny: This is a clever and functional model of a bunny that dispenses eggs from its mouth. The model can hold up to six eggs, and it has a lever on the back that you can pull to release one egg at a time. The model is also cute and decorative and can be printed in different colors.
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Easter Eggs Crasher: Swing: This is a fun and interactive model of a swing that you can use to crash your eggs. The model consists of a base, a pole, a seat, and a string. You can place an egg on the seat, pull the string, and watch the egg fly and smash. The model is also easy to assemble and disassemble and can be printed in different colors.
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We hope you enjoyed the Easter vibes and these Easter 3D print ideas and that you will try some of them for your Easter celebration. If you do, please share your results with us! We would love to see your creations and hear your feedback. If you want to make Easter 3D prints with 3DSPRO, get a free quote here!
Enjoy Your Easter Weekend
Easter weekend is a special time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the hope of eternal life. It is also a time to relax, have fun, and enjoy the company of your loved ones. You can attend an Easter service at your local church or online and join the worship and praise of the risen Lord, or you can prepare a delicious Easter brunch or lunch for your family and friends and share the joy and gratitude of the season. You can also play some Easter games, such as egg and spoon race, egg toss, or pin the tail on the bunny. Spend quality time with your loved ones and watch a movie, read a book, play a board game, or do a puzzle together. Happy Easter!
References:
[1] Easter Themepage - Oide Technology in Education. https://www.pdsttechnologyineducation.ie/easter-themepage/
[2] Happy Resurrection Holiday! The Origins of Easter - Astrological Musings. https://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/astrologicalmusings/2009/04/happy-resurrection-holiday-the.html
[3] Do You Live In Linear Time or Natural Time? Why It Matters. https://mollylarkin.com/linear-time-or-natural-time/
[4] Davies, William Preston. "February 1939." 1939, https://core.ac.uk/download/235060211.pdf.
[5] SWS - Other Topics - Determining The Date of Easter. https://sws.bom.gov.au/Educational/5/3/1
[6] Christmas Eve 2023 - December 24, 2023. https://www.cute-calendar.com/event/christmas-eve/42177.html
