Easter is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated by Christians around the world. As part of commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, many Christians display religious Easter pictures in their homes and churches during the Easter season.
These pictures depict important biblical events and symbols related to Easter. Here are some common types of religious Easter pictures, their significance, and where you can find them.
Types of Religious Easter Pictures
Pictures of the empty tomb
These pictures show the stone rolled away from Jesus’ tomb, symbolizing his resurrection from the dead.
Pictures of the resurrected Christ
mages of the risen Jesus emerging from the tomb with his wounds visible are very common.
Pictures depicting Mary at the tomb – Scenes from the biblical accounts of Mary Magdalene or other women discovering the empty tomb are frequently featured.
Pictures of angels at the tomb
Angelic figures announcing Christ’s resurrection to the women are also portrayed.
Pictures with Easter lilies or flowers
Lilies and other flowers are symbols of purity, rebirth, and new life associated with Easter.
Pictures showing the road to Emmaus story
An encounter between the risen Jesus and two disciples is commemorated pictorially.
Importance of Religious Easter Pictures
Displaying these pictures helps Christians remember and celebrate the core theological message behind Easter – that through his death and resurrection, Jesus overcame sin and death, offering new life and hope to all believers. The pictures serve as visual reminders and aids for teaching the Easter story to children and others.
Where to Find Religious Easter Pictures
Religious Easter pictures can be found in many places such as:
- Getty Images
- Freepik
- Adobe Stock
- Shutterstock
FAQs
Can you use religious pictures year-round or just during the Easter season?
Most Christians only display religious Easter pictures between Ash Wednesday and Pentecost Sunday (the Easter season). But some keep them up all year as reminders of Christ’s resurrection.
Is it okay to give religious pictures as gifts for non-Christians?
It’s generally best to only give religious art as gifts to other Christians, as pictures depicting biblical scenes could be inappropriate or misunderstood by some with different faiths.
How large should religious Easter pictures be for home display?
Picture sizes vary greatly depending on space, but common sizes range from small 5×7 prints suitable for mantles/tables to medium 8×10 or 11×14 prints for hanging on walls. Larger framed artwork may work for churches or homes with ample wall space.
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