When Passover and Easter Coincide

Resources for interfaith families on the "spring" dilemma.

Advertisement

Just as

and Christmas share the December holiday season, Passover and Easter frequently overlap in the spring. While the two holidays are very different, they share some themes and symbols, such as eggs.

For interfaith families in particular, the convergence of the holidays can be stressful, requiring decisions about whether to celebrate one or both holidays and how to deal with hurt feelings or disapproval from extended family.

Below are links to some personal essays and articles about how some interfaith families navigate this season:

My Family Celebrates Both Passover and Easter: This Is How

Support My Jewish Learning

Help us keep Jewish knowledge accessible to millions of people around the world.

Your donation to My Jewish Learning fuels endless journeys of Jewish discovery. With your help, My Jewish Learning can continue to provide nonstop opportunities for learning, connection and growth.

A Different Spring Dilemma

Santa, the Easter Bunny and Raising a Jewish Child

When Passover and Easter Meet, No Bread, No Meat

Matzah and Mass: Interfaith Families Tackle their Passover-Easter Dilemma

Have suggestions for other articles to include? Please leave a comment with the link below!

 

Advertisement
Advertisement

Discover More

What Happens When Passover Begins on Saturday Night?

This rare occurrence mandates a number of adjustments to pre-holiday rituals.

The Omer

Counting the days from Passover to Shavuot.

18 Items to Make This Passover Different From All Others

From seder plates and Passover treats to jumping frogs and Haggadahs, step up your seder game this year.

Advertisement