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COMMUNITY LOVE, PEACE, AND UNITY in troubled times CORE MESSAGES OF CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS ARE UNIVERSAL BY CHANDRASHEKHAR TRIPATHI 26 • GREYBRUCEBOOMERS.COM
y Chandrashekhar Tripathi Amidst the ongoing global turmoil and strife, the search for messages of love, peace, and unity becomes increasingly crucial. This article explores how diverse winter festivals celebrated in Canada offer a beacon of hope during these challenging times. Through the lenses of Christmas, Hanukkah, Eid, Bodhi Day, and Diwali, we discover that, despite their cultural and religious diversity, the core message of these celebrations is universal – oneness (vasudhaiv kutumkam – whole world is one family), acceptance, and the spread of goodwill. These festivals inspire us to transcend chaos, discover common ground, and collaborate for a brighter future. In Canada’s multicultural landscape, the celebration of diversity is fundamental to society. Canadians firmly believe in ‘unity in diversity,’ where individuals from various ethnic backgrounds coexist harmoniously, contributing collectively to the nation’s progress. This inclusive spirit is beautifully demonstrated in multicultural festivals that introduce people to new cultures, languages, cuisines, and traditions. For the past 18 years, these festivals have been a consistent force in fostering unity and understanding among communities. Major local employers like <strong>Bruce</strong> Power play a significant role in bringing together diverse populations, significantly transforming communities like Kincardine and Port Elgin into diverse hubs, exemplifying the success of multicultural integration. The festivals celebrated also play a pivotal role in unifying people, promoting forgiveness, and spreading the message of love and understanding. Christmas – One of the most important festivals of Christians, Christmas is observed on Dec. 25 and celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is characterized by exchanging gifts within families and friends and gifts brought by Santa Claus. Christians wear new clothes and attend special prayers in the church and light the candles. Eid al-Fitr and Eid a-Adha – Often abbreviated to Eids, these are Islamic holidays. Eid al-Fitr is a feast-breaking that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting (austerity for goodness), which is observed on the 10th day of the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Eid a-Adha is celebrated to commemorate Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his WINTER 2023/24 • 27
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