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  Easter is the most significant and spiritually profound celebration in Christianity. It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, a foundational event for Christian faith. Both the Orthodox and Catholic Churches place Easter at the very heart of their liturgical and theological life. However, the ways in which Easter is celebrated in these two traditions reflect their historical developments, theological emphases, and liturgical styles. Although both share a common origin in the early Church, their Easter customs and liturgies have evolved over centuries in unique and distinct ways. This essay will explore in detail the celebration of Easter in both the Orthodox and Catholic Churches, highlighting both similarities and differences, while emphasizing the rich spiritual meanings embodied in the rituals and traditions of each. Theological Significance of Easter In both the Orthodox and Catholic Churches, Easter, or Pascha as it is called in the Orthodox tradition, cele...