Eid-ul-Fitr is a significant Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. It is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month in the Islamic calendar. The date of Eid-ul-Fitr varies each year according to the lunar calendar of Islam. It is the only day in the month…
Durga Puja – The Celebration of Good over Evil Durga Puja is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, especially in the eastern states of West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha. It is a ten-day festival that is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor by Hindus all over the world. This festival celebrates the…
The spring season brings along with it, the spirit of joy and new beginnings. The month of March/April holds immense significance for Christians around the world, as it marks the celebration of Easter*. This festival is a time of hope, faith, and renewal – a perfect representation of the season of spring. It is a…
The Prophet’s Birthday is one of the most important and beloved days in the Islamic calendar. Also known as Eid-e-Milad, Mawlid, and Mawlid an-Nabi, this annual celebration marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The exact date of the Prophet’s birth is not known, but it is believed to have occurred on the 12th day of…
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast,’ is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims all over the world. This joyous occasion marks the end of the spiritual month of Ramadan and commemorates the revelation of the holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad. It is a time of thanksgiving, charity, and celebrations….
Celebrating Yom Kippur: A Day of Atonement for the Jewish Community The Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur falls on September 16th this year and is considered to be the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day of reflection, prayer, and atonement for the sins and transgressions committed in the previous year. Yom…
Yom HaZikaron, also known as Israel’s Memorial Day, is a somber and emotional day that falls on April 13th this year. It is a day where Israelis pay tribute to the brave soldiers who have given their lives to protect their country, as well as the innocent victims of terrorism. On this day, the entire…
The Feast of the Assumption of Mary – A Celebration of Faith The Feast of the Assumption of Mary is a significant Christian holiday celebrated on August 15 each year. Also known as the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, this holiday commemorates the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was assumed into heaven…
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time of celebration, reflection, and renewal. It is a moment to gather with family and friends, indulge in delicious food, and usher in a new year filled with hope and blessings.From traditional customs to modern-day traditions, Rosh Hashanah holds a special place in the hearts of Jewish…
Tisha B’Av, also known as the Ninth of Av, is a significant Jewish holiday observed on the ninth day of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. This year, it falls on July 29. The holiday is observed with fasting, prayer, and reflections on the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem,…
The birth of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, is celebrated as Eid Milad-un-Nabi or Mawlid by Muslims around the world. This festival is observed on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi ul-Awwal, which this year falls on November 3rd. This day holds a special significance for Muslims, as it commemorates the…
Ashura, also known as the Day of Ashura, is an Islamic holiday observed on the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. It holds great significance to the Shia Muslims as well as the Sunni Muslims. The word ‘Ashura’ is derived from the Arabic word ‘Ashr’, which means ten. This day…
August 15 – Islamic New Year (Public Holiday) The Islamic new year, also known as Hijri New Year or Arabic New Year, is a public holiday that is celebrated on the first day of Muharram (the first month in the Islamic calendar). This year, the new year falls on August 15th, according to the Gregorian…
Myanmar is a country in Southeast Asia known for its beautiful temples, delicious food and vibrant culture. The country celebrates many festivals throughout the year, but one of the most significant and widely celebrated is the Myanmar New Year. This festival, also known as Thingyan, takes place annually on April 17 and is a time…
December 8: Immaculate Conception Day In the Catholic Church, December 8 is a day of great importance – the Immaculate Conception Day. It is a celebration of the belief that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. This day is recognized as a holy day of obligation, which means that Catholics are required to…
