A personal Messianic reflection exploring the forgotten roots of Easter, the biblical Feast of First Fruits, and the significance of the 17th of Nisan—the day Jesus rose from the grave. Discover how the resurrection aligns with God’s appointed times, why it matters, and how reconnecting to the Jewish foundation of our faith brings deeper meaning to this season.

Have you ever noticed how some years, the Christian celebration of Passion Week and the Jewish observance of Passover appear to be closely aligned, while other times they seem to be out of sync? It may leave you wondering why these two significant holy seasons don’t always coincide. In order to understand this, we need to look into history and examine the calendars followed by each tradition. Let’s explore how the split between Resurrection and Passover occurred and why.