Why does lamb traditionally come on Easter Sunday?
Lamb is traditionally eaten on Easter Sunday because it represents Jesus Christ (the “Lamb of God” in Christian theology). The Easter association with lamb comes from Jewish Passover when lamb was sacrificed and eaten as part of the meal. Jesus’ crucifixion is supposedly a fulfillment of the Passover imagery, as the supreme sacrificial Lamb who atones for humanity’s sins.
Serving lamb on Easter Sunday in many Christian traditions represents a reminder of Jesus’ death on the cross and his resurrection. The purity, sacrifice and rebirth of lamb makes it a perfect meat for the feast. What’s more, lamb is a spring-based meat that can be eaten around the seasons newness and resurrection. This is a dish that is usually served with lamb, particularly in European and Middle Eastern nations, but has become a regular part of most Easter celebrations.