This year, all Christians, both of Western and Orthodox traditions, celebrate Easter on April 8. Following a 40-day Lent and the Holy Week, Easter is a celebration of Christ’s resurrection from the dead, which all Christians worldwide believe was “an infallible proof that He is the true Son of God”. Betrayed by Judas Iscariot, one of his twelve disciples, Jesus faced an unfair trial that sentenced him to death by crucifixion. Afterwards the Roman soldiers led Jesus away, making him carry a wooden cross up to a place called Golgotha, where he was crucified. Jesus Christ rose from the dead three days later, and ascended into the sky after another 40 days. The events occurred between AD 29 and 33. On Easter night, all those 1,500 Christian churches across Moldova celebrate the Resurrection at a service called the Easter Vigil. In the morning, the priests bless the traditional Easter cakes (called “pasca” and “cozonac”), eggs, and food brought by believers to the church. They are served at a meal shared with all the family members to put an end to Lent. According to traditions, the candles lit at the Easter Vigil should be kept and lit again in case of natural disasters, sickness, and troubles. They are also used for spells. The food and plants blessed on Easter morning are considered to have healing properties. Salt is used to bless wells and springs, basil is used to heal sore throats and for spells, incense is burned in case of storms. During the three-day Easter fest people have their table set to receive guests. This tradition is believed to bring prosperity and good luck. Although Easter is primarily Christian, the holiday also has roots in pagan and Hebrew traditions. But whatever religious affiliation, Easter is widely recognised as a happy spring celebration, complete with feasting and family time.