Pysanky symbols

A comprehensive list of Pysanky Symbols. Ukrainian Easter Egg Symbols.

A comprehensive list of Pysanky Symbols. Ukrainian Easter Egg Symbols.

Pysanky is a Ukrainian word for eggs decorated with wax and dyes. A pysanka is created in the spring to celebrate life.

Symbols and Colors used on pysanky and their meanings

Today, I dedicate this post to my favorite craft. Over the years I've had to explain how to make these a lot, and even though I'm sure there are plenty of tutorials online somewhere, here's how I go about making these eggs. Ever since I was 4 or so, I've made Ukrainian Eggs, or pysanky. It's a tradition I enjoy, and have even managed to work into other holidays besides Easter. Traditionally they're made during lent, and sometimes only on Easter day. I can't really type out an entire history…

Ukrainian Egg Decorating has been handed down through generations since before the time of Christ. The symbols and colors all contain meaning, representing life: wishes of hope, health, prosperity, safety, and blessings. With the advent of Christianity, the symbols have taken on additional meanings reflecting the prayers and hopes that the coming of Christ has brought to Christians. Pysanky means “to write” as egg shells are not painted, but are decorated in a process using wax resistance…