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culture-and-religion1 year ago

Eid-al-Fitr 2024: Celebrations and Challenges in Gaza

Eid-al-Fitr 2024 celebrations in India will be on April 11, except in Kerala and Kargil where the crescent moon was sighted, prompting celebrations on April 10. The moon sighting was not confirmed in Delhi, Lucknow, and Hyderabad. The date of Eid depends on the Shawwal crescent moon sighting, with Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar celebrating on April 10. The moon sighting might be impacted by a total solar eclipse, delaying the sighting until April 9.

via Mint|
#celebrations#culture-and-religion#eid-al-fitr
culture-and-religion1 year ago

"Eid al-Fitr 2024: Celebrations, Prayer Timings, and Moon Sighting Updates"

Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan, is expected to begin on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, based on the sighting of the crescent moon. Muslims celebrate with prayers, sweet treats, visiting relatives, and giving gifts to children. The festival varies by country, with some traditions including decorating hands with henna and visiting graveyards. However, in Gaza, the holiday will be overshadowed by the aftermath of recent attacks. Common greetings for Eid include "Eid Mubarak" and "Eid sa'id".

via Al Jazeera English|
#celebration#culture-and-religion#eid-al-fitr
culture-and-religion1 year ago

"St. Brigid: A Lasting Legacy of Inspiration 1500 Years On"

Devotees of St. Brigid are celebrating the 1,500th anniversary of her death, with a relic associated with her being returned to Kildare, Ireland. Brigid, a prominent figure in both ancient pagan and Christian traditions, is gaining a following as a symbol of feminine spirituality and empowerment, particularly amid growing disenchantment with the patriarchal Catholic Church. St. Brigid's Day, observed on Feb. 1, is marked with various events, including the return of the relic, a "Pause for Peace," and celebrations worldwide.

via The Associated Press|
#catholicism#culture-and-religion#ireland
culture-and-religion2 years ago

"Teen Triumphs in Tarpon Springs' 118th Epiphany Cross Dive Celebration"

In Tarpon Springs, Florida, the Greek Orthodox community celebrated the Epiphany with their annual cross dive tradition, where 16-year-old John Hittos retrieved a cross from the chilly waters of Spring Bayou, earning a year of blessings. The event, which is one of the largest of its kind in the United States, followed a procession led by clergy and a dove bearer, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. The celebration reflects the town's rich Greek heritage, initially established by sponge-diving immigrants.

via The Associated Press|
##crossdive#culture-and-religion
culture-and-religion2 years ago

"Tarpon Springs Epiphany Celebration Unites Divers Amidst Weather Watch"

The 118th Epiphany celebration in Tarpon Springs, the largest in the Western Hemisphere, proceeded with John Hittos, 16, retrieving the cross from Spring Bayou, which is believed to bring a year of blessings. The event included a church service, a procession, and the traditional cross dive, despite earlier concerns about stormy weather. His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain, who retrieved the cross 50 years ago, attended the ceremony. The celebration is a significant cultural and religious event for the Greek Orthodox community and attracted thousands of spectators.

via Tampa Bay Times|
##crossdive#culture-and-religion
culture-and-religion2 years ago

"Exploring Epiphany: Significance, Traditions, and Post-Christmas Practices"

The Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day or Theophany, is a Christian feast day celebrated on January 6th, marking the revelation of Jesus to the world. It is associated with the visit of the Magi to baby Jesus in Western traditions and the baptism of Jesus in Eastern traditions. Celebrations vary globally, with parades and gift-giving in Spain, blessing of waters in Greece, and a ritual of retrieving a crucifix from water in Bulgaria. The date of celebration can vary for Orthodox Churches following the Julian calendar, with some observing it on January 19th. The origin of Epiphany dates back to the Eastern church and was later adopted separately by the church in Rome.

via PBS NewsHour|
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culture-and-religion2 years ago

"PM Modi's Vision: Rebuilding Cultural Symbols and Uniting India"

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of rebuilding symbols of India's faith, culture, and spirituality to strengthen the country's unity. He inaugurated the Swarved Mahamandir, the world's largest meditation center, and highlighted the rejuvenation of pilgrimage sites such as Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Mahakal Mahalok, Kedarnath Dham, and the Buddha Circuit. PM Modi credited the collective efforts of the government, society, and "sant samaj" for the transformation of these sites, which have not only boosted development and economic activities but also instilled pride in India's heritage. He also mentioned the upcoming opening of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and the excellent connectivity to the Swarved temple, which will open new avenues for business and employment opportunities.

via IndiaTimes|
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