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What you should know about All Saints Day, the Christian holiday

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What you should know about All Saints Day, the Christian holiday

Could a tropical storm form around Halloween? Hurricane season isn't over yet and forecasters fear the Caribbean could unleash yet another storm. As October comes to a close, religious groups around the world are preparing to celebrate the saints, some widely known and others more personal. The Christian holiday of All Saints' Day falls on […]

How is Yom Kippur celebrated? A Beginner's Guide to Atonement

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How is Yom Kippur celebrated? A Beginner's Guide to Atonement

Growing up, I had a sort of grudging appreciation for Yom Kippur. The services were long and the fasting uncomfortable, but I appreciated the way it required silence. Jewish holidays: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover and Hanukkah Discover the meaning and traditions of four major Jewish holidays: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover and Hanukkah. Rosh […]