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Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji

Tradition: SikhismLink: http://www2.hds.harvard.edu/spiritual/multifaith_about.html The fifth Guru, he built the Golden Temple of Amritsar to emphasize that the Sikh way was open to all, regardless of caste; the temple was constructed with doors facing all four directions. The first Sikh martyr, Arjan is also remembered for his contributions to and compilation of the Sikh Scriptures….Continue Reading Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji

First of Muharram (Ra’s al-Sanat Al Hijrayah)

Tradition: IslamLink: http://www2.hds.harvard.edu/spiritual/multifaith_about.html The first day of the first month of the Islamic year. This day commemorates the Hijra (“migration”) of Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 C.E., where the first Islamic community was established. In 2023, the new year is 1445 A.H. (Anno Hegirae-in the year of the Hijra)….Continue Reading First of Muharram (Ra’s al-Sanat Al Hijrayah)

Litha

Tradition: Wicca/PaganismLink: http://www2.hds.harvard.edu/spiritual/multifaith_about.html Summer Solstice, celebrating the longest day and the blessings of light as well as the beginning of the sun god’s death….Continue Reading Litha

Ashurah (‘Ashurah)

Tradition: IslamLink: http://www2.hds.harvard.edu/spiritual/multifaith_about.html For Sunni Muslims, it is a voluntary fast day. Many important events are believed to have occurred on this day, such as Noah’s leaving the Ark and the freedom and departure of the Children of Israel from Egypt. For Shi’i Muslims, it is a time of mourning commemorating the martyrdom of Husain…Continue Reading Ashurah (‘Ashurah)