La Pasqua in Italia
Traditions, food and religion
A short Easter quiz to begin with:
https://wordwall.net/it/resource/90657734
Easter (La Paqua) is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. According to the Bible, this event happened on the third day after his crucifixion. For Christians, Easter is the most important holiday of the year, representing hope, new life, and the victory of good over evil.
The percentage of Catholics in Italy is approximately 75 to 80 %. Easter is a universally recognised and celebrated holiday.
Easter traditions in Italy
Holy Week Observances: This includes attending special church services throughout Holy Week, such as:
Palm Sunday (Domenica delle Palme),
Holy Thursday (Giovedì Santo),
Good Friday (Venerdì Santo)
Holy Saturday (Sabato Santo).
These services commemorate the Passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Domenica di Pasqua (Easter Sunday Mass): Attending a special Mass on Easter Sunday is a central tradition for many Italians. It's a time for communal worship and celebration of the Resurrection.
If you are planning to spend Easter in Rome, you’ll find all the information you need here: https://www.turismoroma.it/it/pagina/pasqua-e-pasquetta-roma-2025
Pasquetta (Easter Monday): This is a national holiday in Italy, traditionally spent outdoors with family and friends. People often have picnics, barbecues, or go on excursions to enjoy the spring weather.
If you want to see what Italians do on Pasquetta, check the #pasquetta hashatg on Instagram:
Colomba Pasquale (Easter Dove): This is a traditional Italian Easter cake, shaped like a dove (a symbol of peace). It's similar to panettone but with a different flavour and almond glaze.
Uova di Cioccolato (Chocolate Eggs): Just like in many other Western countries, chocolate eggs are very popular in Italy, especially for children. They often contain a surprise toy inside.
Read more in Italian here: https://www.italia.it/it/italia/cosa-fare/come-si-festeggia-la-pasqua-in-italia
Hi Katarzyna
Given the current unstable economic situation we find ourselves in, I went on and made this piece of fiction, venting out some of my own views and some of other people's views on what economics is like. It's an outsider's perspective on humanity, which, although perhaps not a primary form of observation, can be a valid one to look at from time to time.
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https://canfictionhelpusthrive.substack.com/p/the-jacksons-debate-economics
This is our fourth Easter in Italy and our third to attend Easter Mass at the Basilica of St. Mary of Mount Berico—in Vicenza. It’s a gorgeous church and we are looking forward to it.