Orthodox Easter Monday, often referred to as Bright Monday, is a public holiday in Jordan that closely follows the Julian calendar, as opposed to the Gregorian calendar followed by Western Christianity. It is celebrated the day after Easter Sunday. Easter is one of the most important religious holidays for the Orthodox Christian community in Jordan, as it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, as written in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.
Easter celebrations in Jordan begin with the Midnight Office of the Resurrection, and proceed with the Divine Liturgy of Pascha. On Orthodox Easter Monday, families in Jordan typically continue to spend time together, relishing in the joyous atmosphere. It is a day for relaxation and reflection on the spiritual importance of the season, often spent in worship, shared meals, and familial gatherings.
Although it is a religious holiday predominantly observed by the Orthodox Christian community, the cultural diversity and religious tolerance in Jordan enable people from different faiths to partake in the festivities, respecting and acknowledging the importance of the Orthodox Easter Monday. Being a public holiday, government and private offices, schools, and most businesses are closed on this day. Orthodox Easter Monday, therefore, holds significant spiritual, social, and cultural value in the country of Jordan.