Why Passover is Celebrated Later Than Easter in 2024
Discover why Passover falls after Easter in 2024 and how the Hebrew and Gregorian calendars influence the dates.
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Passover and Easter are based on different calendars. Passover follows the Hebrew lunar calendar, while Easter is based on the Gregorian calendar. In 2024, this leads to Passover being celebrated later than Easter. Understanding these calendar systems helps explain why the dates vary each year.
FAQs & Answers
- What are the key differences between the Hebrew and Gregorian calendars? The Hebrew calendar is lunar-based, while the Gregorian calendar is solar-based, leading to differences in holiday dates.
- Why do the dates of Passover and Easter change each year? The dates change because they are based on different calendar systems, affecting their corresponding months and days.
- How is Passover determined each year? Passover is calculated based on the Hebrew calendar, starting on the 15th day of Nisan.
- What are some traditional practices during Passover? Traditions include the Seder meal, removing leavened products, and reading from the Haggadah.