Vernal (spring) equinox - March 20, 2004, 1:49 a.m. EST

[Paragon]

http://www.factmonster.com/spot/riteofspring1.html%20

Rituals and Traditions

Modern astronomy aside, people have recognized the vernal equinox for thousands of years. There is no shortage of rituals and traditions surrounding the coming of spring. Many early peoples celebrated for the basic reason that their food supplies would soon be restored. The date is significant in Christianity because Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox. It is also probably no coincidence that early Egyptians built the Great Sphinx so that it points directly toward the rising Sun on the day of the vernal equinox.

[Chovexani]

1. We like to call it Ostara

That is, me and mine. Whatever you call it, have a good one, ya'll. :hi:

[VelmaD]

2. I'm thinking it's gonna be so much fun...

to march for peace on the first day of spring. :) Seems a fitting way to celebrate life.

Blessed Ostara/Vernal Equinox/First Day of Spring to all in the house.

[SmileyBoy]

3. Isn't this the time where gravity on Earth is most strong??

I remember seeing something like that on that old Mr. Wizard show.

[bearfan454]

6. I used to love watching Mr Wizard

when i was a kid.

[Waverley_Hills_Hiker]

4. AKA The First Day of Spring

...or "Fruhling" in German.

Not sure where we get Spring from, tho? I dont think its called that in the Romance languages.

Does this mean there is equal night & day? And wont we be moving to daylight saving time soon?

[Paragon]

5. kick

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