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Celebrate Diwali on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Numen Lumen Pavilion
September 27, 2017
The Truitt Center for Religious & Spiritual Life will host a Diwali celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. in the Numen Lumen Pavilion, McBride Gathering Space.
Hanukkah (Jewish) – Dec. 12-20
September 20, 2017
Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting. In Hebrew, the word "hanukkah" means “dedication,” and it commemorates the re-dedication of the holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E.
Navaratri (Hindu) – Sept. 21-29
September 20, 2017
Festival of the divine mother which honors Durga, wife of Shiva, seeking her blessings. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.
Hanukkah (Jewish) – Dec. 12-20
September 20, 2017
Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting. In Hebrew, the word "hanukkah" means “dedication,” and it commemorates the re-dedication of the holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E.
Sukkot (Jewish)
September 20, 2017
This festival that runs Oct. 5-11 this year begins on the fifth day after Yom Kippur and is one of the most joyous holidays. Sukkot helps commemorate the period in which the children of Israel were wandering in the desert. People live and eat in temporary dwellings during the festival.
Navaratri (Hindu) – Sept. 21-29
September 20, 2017
Festival of the divine mother which honors Durga, wife of Shiva, seeking her blessings. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.
Interfaith House Living Learning Community students and staff learn together on retreat
September 18, 2017
Fall retreat included interfaith exploration of diverse mindful and contemplative practices
Elon prepares to celebrate Jewish New Year
September 18, 2017
Rosh Hashanah begins Sept. 20. Elon students plan to lead prayer services and join in community meals
Rosh Hashanah (Jewish) – Sept. 20-22
September 13, 2017
Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah is the first of the High Holy days or Days of Awe; it is a time of prayer, reflection, and services.
Elon marks 9/11 anniversary with prayers, flag display
September 11, 2017
The campus community found a variey of ways to commemorate the 16th anniversary of the attacks in New York and Washington, D.C. that killed thousands.