Anglicanism
Here’s a look at the Origins of Easter
The Easter holiday is a period when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. According to biblical scriptures, Jesus came back to life three days after…
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Entertainment
Diwali Festival of Lights is October 30
Diwali represents joy, prosperity, and the triumph of good over evil. Known as Diwali or Deepavali, this celebration is the largest Hindu festival in the world.…
Bahá'í Faith
Baha’is Celebrate the New Year with Naw-Ruz
Dancers in traditional Persian costumes celebrate Nowruz (Iranian New Year) in Paris, France. Elena Dijour / Shutterstock.com Baha’is celebrate the New Year on the vernal equinox…
Catholicism
A History of St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrated as the world’s most popular holiday for Irish culture, what does St. Patrick’s Day truly commemorate? Many people understand the basic tenets of St. Patrick’s…
Entertainment
Mayor de Blasio: NYC Schools to Honor Muslim Holidays
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Muslim holidays Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr will be recognized by public schools with the days off. New York Mayor Bill…
Buddhism
Chinese New Year Traditions of Buddhism and Taoism
How do Buddhists and Taoists celebrate Chinese New Year? The popular holiday has many traditions rooted in two of the major Chinese religions. Billions of people…
Anglicanism
The connection between Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, and Lent
Ash Wednesday, otherwise known as the ‘Day of Ashes’, falls on Wednesday, February 18 this year. The holiday kicks off the start of Lent, which is…
Catholicism
Valentine’s Day: The Past and The Present… All You Need To Know!
How the polarizing Valentine’s Day holiday celebrating love came to be. Did you know that over 150 million Valentine's Day inspired greeting cards are exchanged globally…
Entertainment
10-day Jain Mahamastakabhisheka religious festival continues in India
Thousands of Jains flock to Karkala, India, as the 10-day Mahamastakabhisheka festival, only held once every 12 years, begins. A massive Jain ceremony that honors Lord Bahubali…
Christianity
The Top 5 Christmas Songs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, at least according to Christmas songs. It is a good time to meet with family and friends, share…
Atheism
Atheist Students Celebrate Christmas Much Like Christians
Although they do not believe in Christ, that does not stop many atheist students from celebrating Christmas much like their Christian counterparts. Many atheist college students…
Christianity
Survey: Celebrating Christmas Then and Now
In a survey by Pew Forum, Americans reveal how they’re celebrating Christmas now compared to past traditions. The survey analysis was completed based on telephone interviews…