Easter Traditions: Pagan Roots or Redeemed Symbols?

Welcome back to Creating the Future with Dr. Brent Simpson—where we dive into stories, truths, and deep questions that help shape our faith and our future. In today’s episode, filmed from my home office, we’re cracking open the meaning behind your favorite Easter traditions. 🐣🐰🧺 Are Easter eggs, bunnies, baskets, and dressy clothes innocent fun... or lingering remnants of pagan rituals? Should Christians avoid these altogether—or is there a redemptive way to engage culture without compromising faith? Here’s what you’ll discover: 📜 The fascinating history behind Easter eggs, and how the early Church reimagined them 🐇 Where the Easter Bunny actually comes from (spoiler: it’s not Eostre) 🧺 Why baskets and candy became part of the Easter experience 👗 The surprising biblical roots behind dressing up on Easter Sunday ✝️ What the Apostle Paul teaches us about redeeming culture (Acts 17) We’ll also explore how Christians throughout history have transformed symbols to reflect resurrection hope—and why discernment, not fear, should guide our celebration. If you’ve ever wondered what to keep, what to toss, or how to celebrate Easter with deeper meaning—this is for you. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself: is it all pagan... or has it been redeemed? 📚 Referenced scholars include: Ronald Hutton, Carole Cusack, Sophie Jackson, Thomas Talley, and C.S. Lewis 📖 Scriptures: Galatians 3:27, Acts 17:23, 1 Corinthians 10 👇 Resources + Connect with Dr. Brent 💬 All Social Media: @DrBrentSimpson 🌐 Website: BrentSimpson.com 🏡 Church: MyAriseChurch.com 🎧 Listen to the Podcast: https://creatingthefuture.podbean.com/ 🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep conversations!