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EQUINOX
By Charles Kocian
Throughout history, the Equinox and Easter have been celebrated by different cultures and religions. The Equinox, marking the change of seasons, and Easter, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, have both played important roles in the spiritual and cultural practices of people across the globe. From the Renaissance to ancient Athens, these celebrations have been intertwined with other concepts and beliefs, shaping the way people perceive the world around them.
Resurrection of Christ: Source image: ArtworkOnly.com
In ancient Athens, the Equinox was a time of renewal and rebirth, as it marked the beginning of the new year. The Athenians would celebrate the arrival of spring with the Anthesteria festival, which included wine-drinking, theatrical performances, and a ritual honouring the dead. The festival was a way of connecting with the cycle of life and death, and acknowledging the importance of both in the human experience.
Athenian woman honouring their gods. Source image: https://www.greeknewsagenda.gr/
Similarly, Easter has long been associated with the theme of rebirth and renewal. For Christians, Easter represents the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the promise of eternal life. It is a time of joy and celebration, as believers gather to give thanks for the sacrifice made by Jesus and to reaffirm their faith in his teachings.
Perugino’s “Resurrection of Christ,” 1495. Source: Getty Images.
During the Renaissance, the Equinox and Easter continued to be celebrated, but they were also linked to other concepts and ideas. The Renaissance was a time of great intellectual and artistic exploration, and many people began to question traditional beliefs and dogmas. The Equinox and Easter, with their themes of rebirth and renewal, took on new meanings in this context.
Philosophy of seven liberal arts. Source image: Wikipedia.
For example, the Renaissance humanists saw the Equinox as a symbol of the renewal of knowledge and learning. They believed that the arrival of spring was a time to reflect on the past and to embrace new ideas and perspectives. Similarly, Easter became a time for questioning traditional religious beliefs and exploring new ways of understanding the world.
In this way, the Equinox and Easter became linked to the concept of percepts, or the ways in which we perceive the world around us. The Renaissance thinkers believed that our perception of reality was shaped by our experiences and our understanding of the world. They saw the Equinox and Easter as opportunities to reflect on these perceptions and to challenge the assumptions that underlie them.
Easter eggs. Source image: Growing Family.
Today, the Equinox and Easter continue to be celebrated, but they have taken on new meanings in the modern world. For many people, the Equinox is a time to reconnect with nature and to embrace a more sustainable way of living. Easter has become a secular holiday for many, with traditions such as egg hunts and the Easter bunny taking centre stage. Easter eggs are often seen as a symbol of new life and rebirth, representing the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the arrival of spring after the cold winter months.
March Equinox. Source Image: NJ.com.
However, the themes of renewal and rebirth remain central to these celebrations, and they continue to inspire us to reflect on our place in the world and to embrace new ways of thinking and being. Whether we are celebrating the arrival of spring, the resurrection of Jesus, or simply the joy of being alive, the Equinox and Easter remind us of the power of hope, renewal, and the human spirit.
Spring card. Source Image: NJ.com.
CONCLUSION
March Equinox in the north hemisphere and Easter have played important roles in the spiritual and cultural practices of people throughout history. From ancient Athens to the Renaissance and beyond, these celebrations have been linked to the arrival of spring and resurrection of Nature and its allegory of the rebirth of Jesus, being Nature and Earth what all human have in common.
Natural things like eggs or the sun are objects to point by the finger, therefore, they are the “pictures” of a photo album that represents a basic concept in the Allegory of Photo Albums and Folders explained in the Champion’s Renaissance book and its educational board game.
Now answer to question 46.
QUESTION N° 46
In the Allegory of Photo Albums and Folders, what is a basic concept?
a) An album with photos of the same things.
b) A folder with photos of the same things.
The answer is: An album with photos of the same things.
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