Articles by Jan Register

Page 17 of 20

Hanukkah – Jewish

February 9, 2012

Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting.

Ashura – Islam

February 9, 2012

The Day of Ashura commemorates, for Shi’a Muslims, a day of mourning for the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.

Hijra – New Year – Islam

February 9, 2012

This is the first day of the month of Muharram which marks the time in 622 CE when Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Medina.

Birth of Baha’u’llah – Bahai

February 9, 2012

Baha’u’llah is the Messenger of God. His teachings create the foundation of the Baha’i practice which is the unity of people of all races and backgrounds.