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PERSPECTIVAS III – SEPT 26 & 27

September 20, 2017

Join us for a series of faculty, staff, students, alumni and guest speaker’s presentations on issues related to the Latinx/Hispanic community at Elon and beyond. Come to one, two, or all!

 

Hanukkah (Jewish) – Dec. 12-20

September 20, 2017

Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting. In Hebrew, the word "hanukkah" means “dedication,” and it commemorates the re-dedication of the holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E.

 

Navaratri (Hindu) – Sept. 21-29

September 20, 2017

Festival of the divine mother which honors Durga, wife of Shiva, seeking her blessings. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.