If we step away from the commercialism of Easter and the fascination with chocolate, some can see a deeper meaning in the widely-celebrated holiday season.
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The images of Easter include two of the most ancient and universal symbols of birth, nature, fertility, life and rebirth: the egg and the rabbit.
But for many Christians, Easter is a time to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, a time for celebration and joy.
This message is especially felt by Sarah and Chaise Moat, who welcomed their little girl into the world on Tuesday, and will welcome her into their home on Easter Saturday.
Alyssa Louise Moat came into the world at 28 minutes past midnight, weighing 3465 grams with a length of 50 centimeters.
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“Of course it’s super special,” Mr Moat said.
“She was meant to come after Easter, and we thought she was going to be late, so it was a great Easter surprise. It beats chocolate any day!”
As a catholic, Mrs Moat said it was very special, bringing life into the world at the same time Jesus was resurrected from the dead.
“It’s nice, it just makes something already incredibly special that little bit more,” Mrs Moat said.
Many people think that Christmas is the most important day in the Catholic liturgical calendar, but from the earliest days of the Church, Easter has been considered the central Christian feast, with Easter Sunday symbolising the fulfillment of Christian faith.
“We are all looking forward to the many visitors we will have over Easter, the first one with Alyssa,” Mr Moat said.
