Nirvana day, or Parinirvana Day, is a holiday celebrated by Mahayana Buddhists. It is a celebration marking the day that the Buddha is said to have achieved complete Nirvana and left the physical world for the last time. The death of the Buddha is celebrated because it is believed that his enlightenment freed him from […]
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Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Puja, also known as Vasant Panchami, is the first of two Spring Hindu festivals. It celebrates Saraswati, the goddess of education, music, arts and culture. On this day, books are not used. Instead, students place their books, pens and musical instruments before a statue of the Goddess, so that they might receive […]
Imbolc and Groundhog’s Day – Two Celebrations to Anticipate the Return of Spring
February marks the beginning of the end of winter. The days are slowly starting to get longer, and in many areas the worst of the cold and harsh weather is starting to come to an end. This is the time where many people long for Spring, looking forward to the return of warmer weather, new […]
Benefits of Supporting Socially Responsible Companies
Ethics and being socially responsible are the signs of a good business that strives to be a strong member of the community. Businesses that recognize there is more to the concept of company value than just profitability and the bottom line, make better neighbors and build stronger economies. Supporting socially responsible companies offers a variety […]
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