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 what happens. The yearly festival is designed...
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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 of these legends. The festival falls on July...
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Hindu devotees pull gigantic chariots to the Gundicha temple. The Ratha Yatra, also known as the Ratha Jatra, is an annual . Hindus typically hold the Ratha Yatra in the Puri region of India hence...
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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 health, safety, and longevity of their...
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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 a great deal. These include:...
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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 the burning of the 80-ft Temple, which...
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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, the celebration is so vital that Jainism...
Read more →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 individual’s location on earth. It’s a natural phenomenon...
Read more →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 almost taste festive...
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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 the day after Holi. The festival was started by Gobind...
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Gary Nguyen
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