Rabbit

So what is the connection of Easter with the rabbit?

The Easter Bunny or rabbit is an Easter icon that represents fertility, rebirth and renewal — Easter’s most central themes.

The quick-sprouting Rabbit is an ancient symbol of fertility and renewal. This symbolism fits nicely with Easter, which is a time of resurrection and spring, new beginnings in nature. The Easter Bunny, though a feisty, delightful creature, has its own roots in the tradition of placing Easter eggs as new life.

This Easter Bunny bringing eggs must have its roots in pagan Easter traditions, in which hares and eggs were used as fertility markers. This figure eventually became part of Christian Easter rituals, particularly in the West, and has become a staple of the holiday, exhilarating children through Easter egg hunts and festivities.