EASTER SYMBOLS

Easter eggs & baby chicks- Eggs and chicks symbolize new life. Eggs have been a symbol of spring since ancient times. An egg also is a symbol of the rock tomb out of which Christ emerged when he arose again. The chick, hatching out of the egg, symbolizes new life or re-birth.
 

 Easter bunny - The rabbit, or hare, was a symbol of abundant new life in ancient times, and reminds us of spring and new life.

Easter Lilies- The white blossoms symbolize the purity of Jesus. Lilies, emerging from the earth in the spring, also symbolize new life and the resurrection of Christ. All About Easter Lilies.

 

 The cross - Symbolizes Jesus' victory over death.

Baby animals- Baby animals born in the spring also represent spring and new life.

Pretzels - A food eaten during Lent- the twisted shaped symbolizes arms crossed in prayer.