Welcome to the 456th episode of Learn Polish Podcast. Today we discuss the traditions and customs surrounding the Easter holiday in Poland. As we delve into the symbolic representations of Easter from little lambs, colourful eggs to daffodils, we add an interesting angle by throwing light on how these symbols differ from those in Ireland.
In this thought-provoking episode, we also entertain the listeners with fun facts about some common Easter dishes and flowers that signify this holiday. Reminiscing about Easter in Poland and Ireland, we compare the differences and peculiarities of the holiday in both countries. For example, while the Poles follow a custom of painting eggs (pisanki), this tradition is seemingly absent in Ireland.
We also explain the Polish custom of Święconka or the blessing of the Easter basket and compare it with Irish traditions. We talk about how the variety of food and even alcohol is brought to church on Holy Saturday to be blessed and then eaten on Easter Sunday in Poland, a tradition which is not seen in Ireland.
Intriguingly, we also explore the language link between the Easter cake (Babka) and interesting phrases in Polish. We encourage you to join us on this fascinating journey to understand the rich cultural nuances of the Easter holiday in Poland and Ireland. We invite listeners to share their Easter traditions in the comments to help us broaden our understanding of these cultural celebrations.
Whether it's the charming tales of the Easter Bunny or the solemn church rituals, tune in to this podcast episode to feel the spirit of Easter from different cultural perspectives. Comment, share, and join us next week for more fascinating talks about the Polish language and culture!
Words used in this Episode of learn Polish Podcast:
Święta religijne- Religious holidays
Święta rodzinne- Family holidays
Święta państwowe- Public holidays
Wielkanoc- Easter
Zając- Hare
Królik- Rabbit
Pisanki (malowane jajka)- Easter eggs (painted eggs)
Kolor żółty- Yellow color
Żonkil- Daffodil
Żurek- Sour soup
Babka wielkanocna- Easter cake
Święconka- Easter basket
Święcić pokarm- Bless food
Czekoladowe jajka- Chocolate eggs
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Learn Polish Podcast 424 Emocje - Emotions
Learn Polish Podcast #423 Przyprawy – Spices
Learn Polish #422 Dlaczego warto uprawiać sport? - Why is it worth doing sport?
Learn Polish #421 Dlaczego warto uczyć się języka polskiego? - Why is it worth learning Polish?
Learn Polish#420 Słodycze - Sweets
Learn Polish #419 Miłosne zwroty - Love phrases
Learn Polish # 418 Postanowienia noworoczne - New Year’s resolutions
Learn Polish # 417 Świąteczne życzenia - Christmas greetings
Learn Polish Podcast #416 Wigilia - Christmas Eve
Learn Polish Podcast #415 Słowa, dzięki którym zabrzmisz jak ekspert - words to make you sound like an expert
Learn Polish Podcast #414 Jak wzmocnić swój polski? - How to boost your Polish?
Learn Polish Podcast #413 Mapa marzeń - Dream map
Learn Polish Podcast #412 Komplementy- Compliments
Learn Polish Podcast #411 Jak przepraszać po polsku? - How to apologize in Polish?
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Learn Polish Podcast #409 Co robisz gdy pada śnieg? - What do you do when it snows?
Learn Polish Podcast #408 Transport w mieście - Transport in the city
Learn Polish Podcast #407 Robimy coś na czas - We do something on time
Learn Polish Podcast #406 Porównania- Comparisons
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