In some ancient cultures, bread was more than just food. It was a symbol of faith. Ancient Greeks baked small round loaves ...

Members of the Daily Bread Food Bank and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints pose for a photo. The church recently made a $2 million donation to the Toronto-based charity.

“Every dollar donated is the equivalent of one meal for someone experiencing hunger,” the food bank said, setting its spring fundraising goal just over $3 million.

They once symbolised pagan festivals, then moved into Christian rites, survived royal bans, and sailed through waves of superstition. Yet they remain a symbol of Easter around the world.