Orthodox Easter Monday in Romania

Orthodox Easter Monday, known as "a doua zi de Paște" in Romanian, is a significant religious holiday that follows Orthodox Easter Sunday. It is a public holiday in Romania, where the majority of the population follows the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition.

History and Traditions:

• The celebration of Easter Monday has its roots in Christian tradition, marking the second day of Christ's resurrection.
• In Romania, traditions for this day often intertwine with those of Easter Sunday.
• It is customary for people to continue feasting on traditional foods prepared for Easter, such as lamb, pasca (a type of sweet bread), and painted eggs.

Activities on Orthodox Easter Monday:

• Many Romanians visit family and friends to exchange greetings and share festive meals.
• It's common to see people engaging in sorcova, a tradition involving tapping others with a decorated stick to wish them good health and prosperity.
• Some may also attend church services again as part of the extended celebration of the resurrection.
• In rural areas, there may be traditional dances and other cultural events that showcase Romanian folklore.

Orthodox Easter Monday offers Romanians an extra day for rest, reflection, and continued celebration with loved ones after the solemnity of Lent and Holy Week.