Why is Easter on different dates each year and who decides

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Easter is one of the most important festivals of Christianity, but the date on which it is celebrated is different from one year to another, according to the religious ritual. In 2026, Orthodox Easters and Catholics will not match.

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The date of Easter varies from year to year and in 2026, the most important Christian feast will be celebrated this Sunday, April 5. Last year it was Sunday, April 20. In 2008, Jesus' resurrection was even commemorated on March 23. Why these differences?