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At sunset Bahá’ís observe the anniversary of the Ascension of Bahá’u’lláh, the faith's founder. Living in exile most of his life, he died in 1892 near Akko, Israel. Bahá’ís face his shrine during prayer. bit.ly/2VOJNn5 Pic: David Haslip, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons

Today, Western and many Eastern Christians celebrate Christmas, marking the birth of Jesus Christ. Traditions worldwide include a figure known as Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, or Christkind, who brings gifts to children, and nativity scenes. Learn more bit.ly/2SiWBMC

At sunset our Jewish sisters and brothers begin celebrating Chanukah—the Festival of Lights and Feast of Dedication. Over 8 days, the holiday commemorates the victory of Judah the Maccabee and his rededication of the Temple in 165 BCE. Learn more: bit.ly/2Rh3U6C

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Theravada Buddhists celebrate this important holiday on the full moon day in December. It marks the date that Sanghamitta Maha Theri, daughter of King Ashoka of India, arrived in Sri Lanka to spread Buddhism. bit.ly/2B3GwD6

Today, the fourth Sunday before Christmas, many of our Christian friends begin the Advent season and a new liturgical year. The observance is a time of anticipation and preparation to celebrate Jesus’s birth at Christmas and more: bit.ly/2OdfgXi

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Happy World Kindness Day! This day was begun in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of kindness organizations worldwide. It aims to spread joy and peace and be kind to each other, animals and the environment. Do something kind today! bit.ly/3t4Esq9

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On Veterans' Day, we remember and thank all the women and men who have served our country, especially those who gave their lives. Learn more about this special day; bit.ly/3h2ylzu

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Today, our Sikh friends observe one of their most sacred festivals: the birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, founder and first Guru of Sikhism. Observances start two days in advance and include Nagar Kirtan. Learn more: bit.ly/2N6sMO4

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¡Feliz Día de los Muertos! From today until All Souls Day (Nov. 2), our friends of Mexican heritage celebrate Day of the Dead, a time to reunite, celebrate and feast with the souls of deceased relatives. Learn more: bit.ly/3DglbXf

Today our Roman Catholic and Western Protestant Christian friends observe the Feast of All Saints. Also called All Saints’ or All Hallows’ Day, the day honors saints throughout the ages. Learn more: bit.ly/3CmF2U8

At sunset, our Bahá’í friends observe the anniversary of the Báb's birth The Báb prepared the way for Bahá’u’lláh, founder of the Bahá’í faith, whose birth anniversary celebration begins tomorrow evening. The two are known as the Twin Manifestations bit.ly/2PRKGra

Today our Hindu friends celebrate Diwali, one of India’s biggest holidays. Known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali began as a day to mark the last harvest before winter and seek blessings from Lakshmi, goddess of wealth. Learn more bit.ly/3CROJKP