As we shift into a time of newness and possibilities, we offer acknowledgement and celebration of our vibrant Emerson community, and wish you all a season of intention and growth in the days and weeks ahead.<\/p>\n
May these be times of community, peace, and comfort as you honor your religious and spiritual heritage.<\/p>\n
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Lent (Christian)<\/h2>\n\n- Begins Wednesday, February 14, ends either on Maundy Thursday (March 28) or Holy Saturday (March 30) depending on denomination.<\/li>\n
- 40 days long to mark the time Jesus spent fasting in the desert. Easter occurs at the end of the Lenten season.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: When is Lent in 2024? A Complete Guide to It’s Start, End, and Key Dates<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Nineteen Day Fast (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Thursday, February 29 \u2013 Tuesday, March 19.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting; a time of prayer and respite.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Stories On<\/a>
\nBah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed Nineteen-Day Fast<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/p>\n
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Mahashivratri (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Friday, March 8.<\/li>\n
- Spiritually significant, honoring Lord Shiva on the 14th night after a new moon, when there is strong planetary alignment creating upsurge of energy.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Why Mahashivratri is Celebrated and the Significance of Mahashivratri<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Ramadan (Muslim)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, April 9 (depending on new moon).<\/li>\n
- The 9th month of the Islamic calendar; when the Holy Qur’an was shared with Prophet Muhammad.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ramadan 2024: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world’s Birthplace.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Holi (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Monday, March 25.<\/li>\n
- Celebrates the triumph of good over evil, festival of color, with dyed powders representing different positive meanings.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Holi 2024 Date: When Is Holi? All You Need To Know About The Festival Of Colours<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
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Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Nineteen Day Fast (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Thursday, February 29 \u2013 Tuesday, March 19.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting; a time of prayer and respite.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Stories On<\/a>
\nBah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed Nineteen-Day Fast<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/p>\n
Mahashivratri (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Friday, March 8.<\/li>\n
- Spiritually significant, honoring Lord Shiva on the 14th night after a new moon, when there is strong planetary alignment creating upsurge of energy.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Why Mahashivratri is Celebrated and the Significance of Mahashivratri<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ramadan (Muslim)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, April 9 (depending on new moon).<\/li>\n
- The 9th month of the Islamic calendar; when the Holy Qur’an was shared with Prophet Muhammad.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ramadan 2024: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world’s Birthplace.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Holi (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Monday, March 25.<\/li>\n
- Celebrates the triumph of good over evil, festival of color, with dyed powders representing different positive meanings.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Holi 2024 Date: When Is Holi? All You Need To Know About The Festival Of Colours<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nBah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed Nineteen-Day Fast<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Mahashivratri (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Friday, March 8.<\/li>\n
- Spiritually significant, honoring Lord Shiva on the 14th night after a new moon, when there is strong planetary alignment creating upsurge of energy.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Why Mahashivratri is Celebrated and the Significance of Mahashivratri<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ramadan (Muslim)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, April 9 (depending on new moon).<\/li>\n
- The 9th month of the Islamic calendar; when the Holy Qur’an was shared with Prophet Muhammad.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ramadan 2024: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world’s Birthplace.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Holi (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Monday, March 25.<\/li>\n
- Celebrates the triumph of good over evil, festival of color, with dyed powders representing different positive meanings.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Holi 2024 Date: When Is Holi? All You Need To Know About The Festival Of Colours<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Ramadan (Muslim)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, April 9 (depending on new moon).<\/li>\n
- The 9th month of the Islamic calendar; when the Holy Qur’an was shared with Prophet Muhammad.<\/li>\n
- Sunrise to sunset fasting.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ramadan 2024: Fasting hours and iftar times around the world’s Birthplace.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Holi (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Monday, March 25.<\/li>\n
- Celebrates the triumph of good over evil, festival of color, with dyed powders representing different positive meanings.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Holi 2024 Date: When Is Holi? All You Need To Know About The Festival Of Colours<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Holi (Hindu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Monday, March 25.<\/li>\n
- Celebrates the triumph of good over evil, festival of color, with dyed powders representing different positive meanings.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Holi 2024 Date: When Is Holi? All You Need To Know About The Festival Of Colours<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Easter (Christian)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Sunday, March 31.<\/li>\n
- One of the most sacred holidays in the Christian calendar, homage to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Easter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Passover (Jewish)<\/h2>\n\n- Monday, April 22 \u2013 Tuesday, April 30.<\/li>\n
- Honors the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. A seder (feast at the beginning of the holiday) occurs on the first night in a ritual order honoring the transition of slavery to freedom.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Passover 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Eid al-Fitr (Muslim)<\/h2>\n\n- Sundown on April 9 or 10 – Sundown on April 11 or April 12.<\/li>\n
- A major Muslim holiday, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan by breaking of fast in shared community. Resources are shared through charity so all can participate.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Global Highlights -Eid al-Fitr 2024<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Ostara (Wiccan, Pagan)<\/h2>\n\n- Tuesday, March 19 (Northern Hemisphere).<\/li>\n
- Also known as the Spring Equinox, a time when the sun is exactly above the Equator and day and night are of equal length, themes of balance, renewal and rebirth.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Ostara \u2013 Spring Equinox Rituals and Traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Naw-R\u00faz (Bah\u00e1\u02bc\u00ed)<\/h2>\n\n- Evening of Tuesday, March 19 \u2013 Wednesday, March 20.<\/li>\n
- Bah\u00e1’\u00ed and Persian New Year, coincides with the date of the Vernal (Spring) Equinox.<\/li>\n
- Learn More: Naw-Ruz – Baha\u2019i New Year<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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Please remember that our Religious Observance Policy<\/a> exists so that holidays can be recognized wholly by members of our community. For questions about any of these holidays or to learn more about recognition of them at Emerson, please contact the Center for Spiritual Life at spiritual_life@emerson.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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