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Editorial
May 20, 1905
Passaic City Record
Passaic, Passaic County, New Jersey
What is this article about?
The editorial protests associating Easter with trivialities like new bonnets, flower extravagances, and relief from Lent, advocating its observance as a spiritual memorial of the risen Lord, emphasizing holy joy and renewal over worldly displays.
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WRONG EASTER OBSERVING
A Protest Against Bonnet Displays,
Flower Extravagances and
Reaction from Lent.
It is a pity—O what a pity!—that the observance of "Easter" should be associated in so many minds with trivial things—new bonnets and extravagance in flowers and release from the irksome restraint of "Lent." Not that we object to the flowers or the bonnets, or a reasonable gayety, in their place. But if Easter be observed at all, it should be because it means to the Christian heart infinitely more than gayety, and fresh attire, and churches decked with flowers.
To make its observance justifiable it should be kept, and kept only, as a loving memorial of the risen Lord. Can our hearts dwell deeply on that great event and still be busy with taking thought for raiment and the trivialities of church adornment? Too much have these small matters usurped the place of true worship and holy joy. Too much has worldly display driven out the thought of Him who has risen from the dead, the first fruits of those who sleep. O men and women, think on these things! Make this coming Easter day a day of hallowed memories and high resolves. Let it speak to you of Him who died, yea, rather who is risen again, and who ever lives to make intercession for you. Then its observance will be an uplifting influence, and Easter will be to you a day of gladness of heart and renewal of loyalty and love.—N. Y. Examiner.
A Protest Against Bonnet Displays,
Flower Extravagances and
Reaction from Lent.
It is a pity—O what a pity!—that the observance of "Easter" should be associated in so many minds with trivial things—new bonnets and extravagance in flowers and release from the irksome restraint of "Lent." Not that we object to the flowers or the bonnets, or a reasonable gayety, in their place. But if Easter be observed at all, it should be because it means to the Christian heart infinitely more than gayety, and fresh attire, and churches decked with flowers.
To make its observance justifiable it should be kept, and kept only, as a loving memorial of the risen Lord. Can our hearts dwell deeply on that great event and still be busy with taking thought for raiment and the trivialities of church adornment? Too much have these small matters usurped the place of true worship and holy joy. Too much has worldly display driven out the thought of Him who has risen from the dead, the first fruits of those who sleep. O men and women, think on these things! Make this coming Easter day a day of hallowed memories and high resolves. Let it speak to you of Him who died, yea, rather who is risen again, and who ever lives to make intercession for you. Then its observance will be an uplifting influence, and Easter will be to you a day of gladness of heart and renewal of loyalty and love.—N. Y. Examiner.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Easter Observance
Religious Memorial
Secular Displays
Christian Worship
Spiritual Renewal
What entities or persons were involved?
The Risen Lord
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Protest Against Trivial Easter Observances
Stance / Tone
Moral Exhortation For Spiritual Focus
Key Figures
The Risen Lord
Key Arguments
Easter Should Be A Memorial Of The Risen Lord, Not Trivial Displays
Worldly Matters Like Bonnets And Flowers Have Usurped True Worship
Observe Easter With Hallowed Memories And High Resolves
Focus On Christ's Resurrection And Intercession For Uplifting Influence