President William Ruto has extended his warm Easter wishes to all Christians and Kenyans at large as they commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
In his message, Ruto called for unity, peace, and reflection during the holy season.
"May the love and sacrifice of Jesus fill your heart with peace on this Easter," he said in his heartfelt message.
He emphasised the significance of Easter as a time to reflect on the values of compassion, humility, and service to others.
Easter is one of the most important and sacred holidays in the Christian calendar.
It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, an event that is believed to have occurred on the third day after his crucifixion, as described in the New Testament of the Bible.
Easter celebrates Jesus' victory over death, symbolizing the foundation of the Christian faith- that through His resurrection, believers are granted the promise of eternal life.
It represents hope, renewal, and new beginnings.
It reminds Christians that no matter the suffering or darkness, there is always the promise of light and redemption.
The resurrection is seen as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and Christ's own predictions about His death and resurrection.
Christians believe that Jesus' death and resurrection conquered sin and death, offering salvation to all who believe.
It is also a time for self-examination, gratitude, and recommitment to living a life of faith, compassion, and service.
Easter is preceded by Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance, and it is celebrated on Easter Sunday, which falls between March 22 and April 25, depending on the lunar calendar.
