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The two most widespread proposals for fixing the date of Easter would set it on either the second Sunday in April ( 8 to 14 ), or the Sunday after the second Saturday in April ( 9 to 15 ).

In both schemes, account has been taken of the fact that — in spite of the many difficulties in establishing the dates of the historical events involved — many scholars attribute a high degree of probability to Friday April 7, 30, as the date of the crucifixion of Jesus, which would make April 9 the date of the Resurrection.

Another date which is supported by many scholars is April 3, 33, making April 5 the date of the Resurrection.

Many churches, including the Roman Catholic Church, have stated that they have no objection in principle to fixing the date of Easter in this way, but no serious discussions have yet taken place on implementing such a change.