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What is the date of raksha bandhan this year?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

Raksha Bandhan is happening right now on August 15. Do take note that the date may change every year so those who follow this event would need to know when this is going to happen. This is known...Read More

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How did raksha bandhan start?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

Raksha Bandhan is a popular Hindu tradition but it seems that even those who are not Hindu participate in this celebration too. This started out in the year 1905 with the help of Nobel Laureate...Read More

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How long is the winter solstice?

F. Hope
Answered: Dec 19, 2019

The Winter Solstice or the shortest day on earth will last for 7 hours, 49 minutes, and 43 seconds. This is very much different from the Summer Solstice or the longest day that lasted for more...Read More

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What does Kwanzaa mean?

B. Lazarus
Answered: Jan 08, 2020

Kwanzaa is a special holiday targeted at celebrating the African-American culture. It is a Swahili word which represents the first fruits of their harvest. It is celebrated for seven days. The...Read More

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How long does the LA Tomatina last?

Bergeront Tiffney, Computer Engineer
Answered: Aug 27, 2019

A lot of people would need to be on time when La Tomatina starts because it only goes on for one hour. The moment that the fight starts, you will probably forget about the people that you are...Read More

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When was Ganesh first mentioned in any vedic scripture?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

There are a lot of people who are not sure about when Lord Ganesha actually starred to become mentioned. Some even debate about this because no one knows the absolute beginning of Hinduism. It...Read More

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How many times per year does this festival takes place?

I. Muller, Math Professor
Answered: Aug 06, 2019

Tomorrowland festival is an annual event meaning it happens once every year. However, the events spans over 2weekends making a total of 2 exact events. The festivals happen around the end of...Read More

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Does only hindu celebrate raksha bandhan?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

Yes, this is a festival that is being celebrated by Hindus. This is meant to celebrate brotherhood and love between siblings. In other parts of the world, this may not be very rampant. People...Read More

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What happens during winter solstice?

J. Alva
Answered: Dec 20, 2019

Winter solstice, also known as midwinter or hibernal solstice, is the period of the year when the Earth's pole tilts away from the Sun and the Sun's maximum elevation in the sky is at its lowest....Read More

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When was Ganesh Chaturthi first celebrated?

Barry Mclean, Sales Manager
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

There are not enough details that will show when Ganesh Chaturthi was first celebrated but this is one of the festivals that has always been celebrated in Pune which occurred in 1630. This means...Read More

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When is Navratri celebrated?

G. Tanaka, Dentist
Answered: Oct 03, 2019

The Navaratri is meant to start on September 29, 2019, and it will end on October 8. 2019. Each day that the Navaratri is celebrated has different meanings. For example, for day 1 of the...Read More

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What is the story behind Diwali festival?

D. Jewel, Assistant Manager
Answered: Oct 16, 2019

Diwali is celebrated to remember the day when Rama-Chandra returned to his people after spending about 14 years in a foreign land. During this period, Rama was able to fight with a demon king...Read More

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What is the traditional Kwanzaa clothing?

B. Lazarus
Answered: Jan 08, 2020

One of the things that distinguish Kwanzaa from other kinds of secular holidays is that Kwanzaa is more or less a traditional event that seeks to promote African-American culture, but it is...Read More

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Why is raksha bandhan celebrated every year?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

There are a lot of people who may not be familiar with Raksha Bandhan especially if they are not from India and other Southeast Asian countries but those who do know, believe that this is one of...Read More

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What is the significance of Ganesha in Hindu culture?

Anthony Paul Bonadio, Teacher
Answered: Aug 23, 2019

Ganesha is one of the popular gods in Hindu. He is said to be the remover of obstacles which is very significant to the life of a lot of people. Some people feel that they cannot push through in...Read More

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