Indien (West Bengal) : helgdagar, stängning av banker, skolan semester

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Muslim, Sufi :

mässa :

Muslim, Sufi : The first day of the year is observed on the first day of Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar. The first Islamic year beginning in 610 AD during which the emigration of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina, known as the Hijra

Hinduism : The annual festival of Raksha Bandhan, which is meant to commemorate the abiding ties between siblings of opposite sex, usually takes place in late August, and is marked by a very simple ceremony in which a woman ties a rakhi — which may be a colorful thread, a simple bracelet, or a decorative string — around the wrist of her brother(s). The word raksha signifies protection, and bandhan is an association signifying an enduring sort of bond; and so, when a woman ties a rakhi around the waist of her brother, she signifies her loving attachment to him. He, likewise, recognizes the special bonds between them, and by extending his wrist forward, he in fact extends the hand of his protection over her.

Sekulär semester : Commemorates the day in 1947 when India achieved freedom from British rule

Hinduism : The annual festival of Raksha Bandhan, which is meant to commemorate the abiding ties between siblings of opposite sex, usually takes place in late August, and is marked by a very simple ceremony in which a woman ties a rakhi — which may be a colorful thread, a simple bracelet, or a decorative string — around the wrist of her brother(s). The word raksha signifies protection, and bandhan is an association signifying an enduring sort of bond; and so, when a woman ties a rakhi around the waist of her brother, she signifies her loving attachment to him. He, likewise, recognizes the special bonds between them, and by extending his wrist forward, he in fact extends the hand of his protection over her.

Hinduism : Hindu celebration of the birthday of Sri Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Krishna. Sweets, fruits and milk products are available in abundance. Sri or Shree: A prefix denoting auspiciousness

kultur :

Muslim, Sufi :

mässa :

Sekulär semester : Han är mannen som spelade en viktig roll i achiveing oberoende för Indien från det brittiska imperiet med sin enkelhet och stark viljestyrka . Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, även känd som Bapu eller landsfader , föddes den 2 oktober 1869, i Porbunder, Gujarat. Han studerade juridik i U.K. och erfaren lag i Sydafrika. Men han lämnade sitt yrke och återvände till Indien för att ansluta sig till den indiska frihetskampen . Gandhiji var en predikant av sanning och Ahimsa (icke-våld). Han startade Satyagraha rörelse för den indiska frihetskampen . Han trodde på att leva ett enkelt liv och i swadeshi . Han visade sig världen att friheten kan uppnås genom väg icke-våld. Gandhiji är en symbol för fred och sanning. www.indiaa2z.com

Hinduism : His day of Pitr Paksha or Mahalaya Amavasya has great significance and importance for all Hindus in all parts of the world. It is the annual festival for worshipping and propitiating the spirits of our ancestors, with devout prayers for peace and spiritual tranquility.

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Hinduism : Sjunde dagen i Dashain festivalen. Fulpati, vilket innebär heliga blommor och blad, samlas under tre dagar från djungeln. Den Jamara (en sex tum hög gul gräs) och kalash (heliga kärl) som ska användas av den kungliga familjen förs från förfäders slott (den ursprungliga kungliga slottet används under Prithivi Narayan Shah regeringstid) i Gurkha i en tredagars parad komplett med regements och präster. http://home.kabelfoon.nl/~eijkfj/engels/e-dashian.htm

Hinduism :

Hinduism : An integral part of the Dasara festival (festival of triumph), a Hindu festival. It is also called Astra Puja . In simple terms, it means “Worship of Implements.

Hinduism :

Hinduism : The victory of Durga on evil forces, the destruction of Vasanas (subjectivity, selfishness, desires...) and the achievement of the deepest Self. Dominance of Saraswati (pure science) over Lakshmi (applied science) ASSAM, BIHAR, WEST BENGAL: preceeded by 3 bank holidays.
DELHI, KARNATAK, KERALA, TAMILNADU, UTTAR PRADESH: preceeded by 1 bank holiday. RAJASTHAN, MANIPUR, HIMACHAL PRADESH: preceeded by 1 bank holiday 2 days before (ex. Thursday AND Saturday

Hinduism : The third day of the Tihar Festival of Lights is called Laxmi puja . This is the day when Nepalis worship the goddess of wealth. On this day, early in the morning the cow is worshipped. Tika is put on her head and a garland around her neck, and then she feasts with delicious food. A cow also symbolises wealth and she is the most holy animal for Hindus.

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Hinduism : Light festival starts with festivities. The week celebrates 1.Dhanteras, 2.Kali Chaudas, 3.Deepavali, 4.Navu-Varsha (new year), 5.Bhai-beej. The Vai cast is mainly concerned. May last several days.

kultur : Also called Bhai phonta :an event especially among Bengalis when the sister prays for her brother's safety, success and well being.This event is ceremoniously performed by the loving sister who religiously fasts the entire morning until she applies a 'phonta' of sandal wood paste on her

kultur : An Indian tribal freedom fighter, religious leader, and folk hero who belonged to the Munda tribe. He spearheaded an Indian tribal religious Millenarian movement that arose in the tribal belt of modern-day Bihar and Jharkhand in the late 19th century, during the British Raj, thereby making him an important figure in the history of the Indian independence movement. His achievements are even more remarkable for having been accomplished before the age of 25. His portrait hangs in the Central Hall of the Indian parliament; he is the only tribal leader to have been so honored. [Wikipedia]

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Hinduism : Dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya, also known as Surya Shashti.

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Katolska och protestantiska : I Europa, det vintersolstånd firades med bonfires och ritualer. Den romerska Saturnalier pågick i flera dagar i december. Folket spelat. Den germanska stammar också firas mitt i vintern genom att dricka alkohol. Den bulgariska och polska (med Koleduvane och Gwiazdka) fortsätter denna tradition. Jesus från Nasaret var förmodligen född våren (men reformerta tror att Jesus föddes i höst). Men i den 4: e århundradet, påven Julius Jag valde den 25 december för att fira Jesu födelse. Alltså, en kristen element ingick i det sedan länge etablerade midvintern festivaler.