6 Weird Easter Traditions from Around the World

Trust me, feseekh ain’t so bad after all.

 

 

Philippines

 

By far the most drastic on this list, Christian Filipinos take the crucifixion of the Lord entirely to heart and literally volunteer to undergo the same ordeal every single year.

Some individuals also volunteer to be whipped with bamboo sticks and sharp blades as penance for their sins, and parade through the streets half-naked and barefoot. I think I’ll take the feseekh, thanks.

 

 

Bermuda

 

Ok, so this one is pretty cute. Bermudan citizens annually create their own kites and release them into the sky every Easter to symbolize how Jesus Christ ascended to Heaven.

Some of their holiday treats include hot cross buns and codfish cakes, the latter of which still doesn’t sound any better than feseekh.

 

 

Spain

 

In the city of Seville, Easter processions are a must during the Christian holiday. Residents take to the streets and carry a heavily adorned float through the parade. These processions are common all throughout Spain, but none of which are impressive as Seville’s.

Perhaps the one thing that is kind of off about the ordeal, are the penitents dresses in large pointy habits. Ya mama.

 

 

Slovakia

 

In the Eastern European country of Slovakia, domestic violence is good for you! Mhmm, that’s right. Over the Easter holiday, women are doused with water and whipped with branches.

Why? Well, because it makes them feel more beautiful and healthy, of course…or something like that.

 

 

Greece

 

Alright, something we Egyptians can definitely understand – fireworks! We light them up all day every day, for absolutely no reason.

Well, in Greece, residents file into their town streets and watch the annual Easter fireworks, gather with candles at Church, and follow up with a steaming hot bowl of patsas! Which is basically lamb kersha soup, and then proceed to roast the rest for dinner. Now that doesn’t sound so bad.

 

 

Vatican City

 

Last, but certainly not least, the Pope’s home. Annually on Good Friday, the Catholic Church hosts a show in St. Peter’s Square for free. However, tickets are limited, so residents wishing to attend must reserve two months in advance!

On Easter Sunday, the Pope conducts Mass from the balcony of the Basilica.

 

 

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