Bible Facts
What did the angels say at the tomb?
"He is not here, he has risen."
How long was Jesus in the tomb before He rose?
Three days
What is the name of the week leading up to Easter?
Holy Week
What mythical creature is associated with Easter?
The Easter Bunny
Who was the first person to discover the empty tomb?
Mary Magdalene
What was written above Jesus on the cross?
"King of Jews"
What day marks the beginning of Holy Week?
Palm Sunday
What are the only two public holidays where most shops must close?
Good Friday & Christmas Day
Who was the Roman governor who sentenced Jesus to be crucified?
Pontius Pilate
What garden did Jesus pray in before his arrest?
Gethsemane
What Jewish festival is closely linked to the timing and symbolism of Easter?
The Passover
Which NZ city was historically home to Cadbury's chocolate factory?
Dunedin
What did Judas receive for betraying Jesus?
30 pieces of silver
How many ways was Jesus' tomb protected?
3 - angel, soldier, roman seal
What is the 40 day period leading up to Easter called?
Lent
What season is Easter in for NZ?
Autumn
In what bible can you only find the word "Easter" in?
A. New American Bible
B. King James Bible
C. Herod Bible
B. King James Bible
What part of the cross did Jesus carry up the hill?
The crossbeam (patibulum)
What do the spices in Hot Cross Buns traditionally symbolise?
The spices used in Jesus' burial
What % of Easter 'candy' is chocolate?
70%