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PETA Criticizes Nag Panchami Hindu Festival
Religious Tradition vs Animal Protection. Would you pet a snake? Put a scorpion in your mouth? During the Hindu celebration of Nag Panchami this is exactly…
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Tanabata, the Festival of the Stars
A celebration of star-crossed lovers Every society has its own share of folklore. For the Japanese, Tanabata, the Festival of the Stars, is based on one…
Hinduism
Puri Ratha Yatra, the Indian Festival of the Chariots
Hindu devotees pull gigantic chariots to the Gundicha temple. The Ratha Yatra, also known as the Ratha Jatra, is an annual Hindu festival that commemorates the…
Hinduism
On Karwa Chauth, Hindu Women Fast for their Husband’s Health
The Hindu Karwa Chauth festival is one of love, longevity, and well-being. In the Hindu tradition, there is a celebration dedicated to married women seeking the…
Hinduism
Hindus and Jains Observe Festival of Anant Chaturdashi
Hindus and Jains celebrate Lord Vishnu and show their devotion with the Anant Chaturdashi festival. There are five prime Hindu deities that have influenced Hindu culture…
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Religion at Burning Man Festival
Burning Man event concludes with the burning of a temple as attendees reflect, chant and pray. The 2016 Burning Man Festival concluded on Sunday evening with…
Jainism
Jains Observe Paryushan Parva with Fasting and Meditation
The Jain Festival Paryushan Parva lasts 8-10 days. Aside from Diwali, one of the most important celebrations in the Jain religion is Paryushan Parva. In fact,…
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5 Awesome Wicca Litha/Summer Solstice Festivals for 2016
Top 5 cool places Wiccans and Pagans can celebrate Litha. The summer solstice will fall around the 20th to the 22nd of June depending on an…
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How One Woman Has Learned to Observe Shavuot Without Cheese
Learning how to survive Shavuot when you’re gluten-free and dairy-free. Deborah A. Beverly struggles with her food issues during Jewish holidays. When Shavuot approaches, she can…
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Sikhs Observe Holla Mohalla Festival
The Sikh Holla Mohalla Festival is a show of military strength. The day of Holla Mohalla is in the same month of Phalguna and is celebrated…
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Festival of Durga Is A Victory of Good Over Evil
Hindus prepare to celebrate the great goddess Durga. The Festival of Durga which is also commonly referred to as Sharadotsav is an annual Hindu celebration that…
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Getting To Know the Hindu Festival Krishna Janmashtami
Celebrating the Hindu god Krishna’s birthday with praying, singing, fasting, lavish food, temple decorating and games. The Hindu festival Krishna Janmashtami or simply Janmashtami is a…