Easter's date changes annually because it is determined by the lunar calendar, specifically the first Sunday after the first full moon following the Spring Equinox. This calculation has historical roots, with significant debates among early Christian traditions over dating methods, particularly evident during the Synod of Whitby in 664. Additionally, elaborate Easter ceremonies were once prominent but faced backlash from Protestant reformers, leading to their eventual ban in late Medieval England. English Heritage aims to celebrate Easter while sharing historical insights and membership discounts.
Easter's date changes each year due to its calculation based on the lunar calendar, set as the first Sunday after the first full moon post-Spring Equinox.
Easter was once banned during the late Middle Ages when Protestant reformers targeted elaborate religious ceremonies associated with the holiday.
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