@learnreligions The #August #fullmoon means it's also Raksha Bandhan...the #Hindu / Indian #holyday that honors siblings. #religionminute …
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Two Traditions, One Day: Understanding Ashura in Islam
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicki Garlock (@worldreligions4kids) Here’s a holy day you might not have heard of -- unless …
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Yes, You Can Teach Kids About Religion — Here’s How
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicki Garlock (@worldreligions4kids) “Religion is too complicated”“Too abstract”“Too divisive” We …
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Hands-On, Hearts-Open: Using Religious Objects to Teach Kids About World Religions
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicki Garlock (@worldreligions4kids) Curious minds love tangible learning. You’ve seen it in action: …
What Is Pentecost and Why Does It Matter?
Today is Pentecost, a major holy day for Christians around the world -- including both Orthodox and non-Orthodox traditions. But what exactly is Pentecost, and …
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The Declaration of the Báb: A Sacred Moment in Baha’i History
(Observed May 23) Last week marked a sacred and powerful day for members of the Baha’i Faith: the Declaration of the Báb. So, what exactly is this holiday all …
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World Labyrinth Day: It’s Not a Trap, It’s a Path
Happy World Labyrinth Day! (And no, this is not a setup to get you lost forever.) Today, the first Saturday in May, people around the world are celebrating …
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Beltane: When the Cows and the Maypoles Come Out to Play
A Little Beltane History Lesson (Minus the Boredom) Back in the Gaelic highlands, Beltane wasn't just another excuse to drink mead (although, let's be real, …
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What Is Mahavir Jayanti? Here’s What You Should Know
What Does "Jayanti" Mean? "Jayanti" is a Sanskrit word that roughly translates to “birth anniversary.” It’s a term used across dharmic traditions like …
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Ram Navami: Celebrating the Birth of Lord Rama
This epic is filled with elements of adventure—daring leaps of faith, shape-shifting beings, mountains that are moved, and a warrior king with multiple heads. …
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