Orthodox Christians Across The World Celebrate Easter

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Across the world, Orthodox Christians are celebrating Easter, commemorating the day followers believe that Jesus was resurrected more than 2,000 years ago. Russian President Vladimir Putin attended a special Easter midnight Mass in Moscow. In Greece, the faithful attended Easter Mass holding candles lit with "Holy Fire" from the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Fireworks are an essential part of the festivities, despite official disapproval from the Greek Orthodox Church.Read more on NewsOK.com

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