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Orthodox Easter Monday, known locally as "Vaskrsni ponedjeljak," is a significant religious holiday observed by the Orthodox Christian community in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This day follows Orthodox Easter Sunday, a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ according to the Julian calendar, which is used by the Orthodox Church. It usually falls in April or early May, often differing from the date of Easter observed by Western Christian churches.
The traditions of Orthodox Easter in Bosnia and Herzegovina have deep historical roots connected to the Eastern Orthodox Church. The region's complex history, with its mix of ethnic groups and religions, has led to a variety of customs being observed during this period.
On Orthodox Easter Monday:
Church Services: Many adherents attend special church services that may include liturgies, processions, and prayer gatherings.
Family Time: Families often gather for a festive meal as they continue celebrations from Easter Sunday. It's a time for joyous family reunions.
Egg-related Customs: Continuing from Sunday's activities, there are customs involving decorated eggs ("pisanice"), such as egg tapping or egg rolling contests.
Visiting and Generosity: It is also common for people to visit friends and extended family members, bringing small gifts or offering hospitality.
Rest and Reflection: For many, it's a day of rest after the Lenten season and the busy preparations leading up to Easter.
People typically take part in leisure activities on this public holiday. They may go for walks in nature if the weather permits or engage in various forms of entertainment at home. Some also use this day to visit the graves of departed loved ones to honor their memory during this time of rebirth and renewal.
In recent years, due to the diverse nature of Bosnian society where multiple religions coexist closely, it has become common for people from different faiths to acknowledge each other's holidays with messages of goodwill.