Beginning of Ramadan
9th month on Islamic calendar, devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. The event begins when authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the... Read more »
9th month on Islamic calendar, devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. The event begins when authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the... Read more »
Hindu festival that celebrates the birthday of Rama, the seventh avatar of the deity Vishnu.
Jewish 8-day celebration of the deliverance of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. The story of the Exodus is recounted, and the ongoing struggle of all peoples for freedom from... Read more »
Christian remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.
The day commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.
Christian Orthodox remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.
Christian Orthodox day to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.
Islamic Night of Destiny. First revelation of Qur'an to Prophet Mohammed. Observed during the last ten days of Ramadan.
Islamic event marking the close of Ramadan. It is a festival of thanksgiving to Allah for enjoying the month of Ramadan. Observed March 22-April 21, 2023.
Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.