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Sukkot (Jewish)
September 20, 2017
This festival that runs Oct. 5-11 this year begins on the fifth day after Yom Kippur and is one of the most joyous holidays. Sukkot helps commemorate the period in which the children of Israel were wandering in the desert. People live and eat in temporary dwellings during the festival.
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.
Rosh Hashanah (Jewish) – Sept. 20-22
September 13, 2017
Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is the first of the High Holy days or Days of Awe; it is a time of prayer, reflection, and services.
Winfield’s ‘Zen and Material Culture’ delves into the tangible side of Buddhist practice
September 6, 2017
Pamela D. Winfield, associate professor of religious studies, co-edited the recently published work with Steven Heine, professor of religious studies and history and director of the Asian Studies Program at Florida International University.
Declaration of the Bab – Baha'i
September 15, 2015
This holiday from the Baha'i faith tradition recognizes the declaration in 1844 by Ali Muhammed that he was the anticipated "Coming One" of all religions. Work is suspended on this day. This holiday begins at sundown on May 22 and ends at sundown on May 23.
Ramadan Begins – Islam
September 15, 2015
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and lasts for 30 days. It is the Islamic month of fasting from sex, drinking, eating, and smoking during daylight hours. The purpose of Ramadan is to rededicate oneself to God through patience, faith, and submission. Ramadan continues until June 4.
Easter/Pascha – Orthodox Christian
September 15, 2015
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is celebrated with this feast in the Orthodox Christian church. It recognizes Christ’s power over death and the gift to Christians of restoration, transformation and life everlasting.
Beltane – Nature Traditions
September 15, 2015
Beltane celebrates the fertility and abundance of the earth.
Yom HaShoah – Jewish
September 15, 2015
Also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, this day offers remembrance for persons who died in the Shoah, actions against the Jewish people during World War II. This Holiday begins at sundown on May 1 and ends at sundown on May 2.
Visakha Puja – Buddhist
September 15, 2015
This festival celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. The day includes preparation of sweets for the monks, sermons and a candle-lighting ceremony.