When parents and educators think about Hinduism, Holi and Diwali are the two major holidays that come to mind. But, Krishna Janmashtami {john-mahsh-tah-mee}, the celebration of Krishna’s birth, is also popular, fun, and kid-friendly. It usually falls sometime during August, and it’s a great way to explore both Hinduism and Indian culture. Here are a […]
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While a midsummer celebration is not as popular in the United States, it is a major holiday for most regions in Europe. Just as the name implies, midsummer is the period of time in the middle of the summer; it has varied among cultures under different names and traditions, but the holiday occurs primarily near
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Hooray! Ramadan is here! Ramadan, also known as Ramazan, Ramzan, Ramadhan, or Ramathan, is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Muslims all around the world observe this month as they fast, pray, and gather with their communities. Different cultures across the globe have different traditions, but all Muslims recognize Ramadan as a time
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The pandemic is the most important time to understand and decode the significance of the story behind Holi, a Hindu celebration
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Have you heard about the Hindu festival of Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors? Celebrating the arrival of spring, Holi is all about the joy of new beginnings, letting go of resentments, and enjoying fun and color. Traditionally, Holi falls in the Hindu calendar month of Phalguna, which usually coincides with March. There
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