MUNDANE MYSTERIES:  Where Did The Easter Bunny Come From?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Where Did The Easter Bunny Come From?

Even if you allow for miracles, angels, and pancake Jesus, the Easter Bunny still comes across as a pretty far-out choice as a holiday mascot. Where did the Easter Bunny come from? How did a rabbit become associated with a holiday that commemorates Christ’s resurrection? The Bible doesn’t mention a cheerful rabbit hopping house to…

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Do We Call Rabbits “Bunnies”

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Do We Call Rabbits “Bunnies”

This weekend, kids everywhere will be hoping for a visit from The Easter Bunny, a friendly rabbit who leaves delightful gifts for kids to enjoy on Easter morning. But why is it not called “The Easter RABBIT”? I mean, as far as animal name abbreviations go, “doggy” for dog makes sense. As does “kitty” for…