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Nativity of Mary- Christian
December 5, 2012
This holiday, celebrated in the Roman Catholic and Anglican Churches, celebrates the birth date of Mary, mother of Jesus.
Rosh Hashanah – Jewish Sept. 5-6
December 5, 2012
Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year.
Krishna Janmashtami- Hindu
December 5, 2012
This Festival celebrates the birth of Krishna, one of the central figures and The Supreme Being in Hinduism.
Eid al Fitr- Islam Aug.8-11
December 5, 2012
Eid al Fitr is a festival of thanksgiving for enjoying the month of Ramadan.
Ramadan Begins- Islam
December 5, 2012
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and lasts for thirty days.
Visakha Puja – Buddhist
December 5, 2012
This festival celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.
Declaration of the Bab- Baha’i
December 5, 2012
This day recognizes the declaration in 1844 by Ali Muhammed that he was the anticipated "Coming One" of all religions.
Pentecost Christian
December 5, 2012
Pentecost is a celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit on Jesus’ disciples, and the birth of the church, following His resurrection.
Easter/Pascha – Orthodox Christian
December 5, 2012
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is celebrated with this feast in the Orthodox Christian church.