Easter bonfire
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Easter bonfire
A large pile of wood that is lit on the night from Holy Saturday to Easter Sunday as part of a folk tradition, to drive away winter and celebrate the resurrection of Christ.
Die ganze Dorfgemeinschaft versammelte sich am Abend beim Osterfeuer.
The whole village community gathered by the Easter bonfire in the evening.
The word is made up of 'Ostern' (Easter) and 'Feuer' (fire). The '-er' is a typical linking element that connects the two words. Literally, it is simply a 'fire at Easter'.
In vielen Regionen Deutschlands sind Osterfeuer eine beliebte Tradition.
In many regions of Germany, Easter bonfires are a popular tradition.
The Easter bonfire is an old custom that is deeply rooted in the culture. Traditionally, the fire symbolizes the end of winter and the victory of light over darkness, which in Christianity is connected with the resurrection of Jesus.
Für viele ist das Osterfeuer ein wichtiger sozialer Treffpunkt im Dorf.
For many people, the Easter bonfire is an important social meeting place in the village.
In connection with the Easter bonfire, the verbs 'anzünden' (to light) or 'entzünden' (to ignite) are often used. People also say that they 'zum Osterfeuer geht' (go to the Easter bonfire) or 'sich am Osterfeuer trifft' (meet at the Easter bonfire).
Die Freiwillige Feuerwehr wird das Osterfeuer um 19 Uhr entzünden.
The volunteer fire department will light the Easter bonfire at 7 p.m.
campfire
'Lagerfeuer' and 'Osterfeuer' are both outdoor fires, often with wood and in a group of people. The difference lies in the occasion and the size. A 'Lagerfeuer' is made, for example, while camping, for warmth, food, or a cozy atmosphere. An 'Osterfeuer' belongs to a specific tradition around Easter and is often much larger. The words can be confused because both mean a controlled fire outdoors. If it is about camping or an evening with friends, 'Lagerfeuer' fits. If it is about the Easter tradition, 'Osterfeuer' is more precise.
Viele Familien gehen am Samstagabend zum Osterfeuer im Dorf.
Many families go to the Easter bonfire in the village on Saturday evening.
Am Abend saßen wir am Lagerfeuer und grillten Brot.
In the evening, we sat around the campfire and toasted bread.