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Easter Date Changes Every Year

Easter’s date changes every year. It is based on the moon’s movement. Easter Sunday was on April 20th in 2023.

The date of Easter is linked to the spring equinox. The lunar calendar determines when Easter is celebrated. The ecclesiastical calendar sets the rules for Easter. Easter Sunday must be between March 21st and April 25th. In 2022, Easter Sunday was on March 31st.

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Highlights

Easter Date Determined by Moon

The date of Easter is based on the movement of the moon.

Lunar Calendar Links to Easter

The lunar calendar connects to the spring equinox and Easter date.

Easter Date Changes Yearly

The Easter Sunday date changes every year due to the lunar calendar.

Date Range for Easter

Easter must fall on a Sunday between March 21st and April 25th.

Examples of Easter Dates

In 2023, Easter was April 20th; in 2022, it was March 31st.

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