BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ExcelNotes X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906 DTSTAMP:20260501T041555 CREATED:20250113T052238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T204522Z UID:10000183-1757030400-1757116799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:The Prophet's Birthday in Malaysia DESCRIPTION:In Malaysia\, the Prophet's Birthday\, known as Maulidur Rasul\, is a national public holiday celebrated with religious devotion and communal gatherings. It commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad\, focusing on his life\, teachings and values. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is the Prophet's Birthday?\nThe History of the Prophet's Birthday\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMore about Prophet Muhammad\n\nWhen is the Prophet's Birthday?\nThe Prophet's Birthday is celebrated on on the 12th day of Rabi' al-Awwal\, the third month in the Islamic lunar calendar. \nThe following is the list of the Prophet's Birthday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Prophet's BirthdayOct 29\, 2020Thursday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayOct 19\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayOct 08\, 2022Saturday \n \n Prophet's BirthdaySep 27\, 2023Wednesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdaySep 16\, 2024Monday \n \n Prophet's BirthdaySep 05\, 2025Friday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayAug 26\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayAug 15\, 2027Sunday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayAug 03\, 2028Thursday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJul 24\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJul 13\, 2030Saturday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJul 02\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJun 21\, 2032Monday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJun 10\, 2033Friday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMay 30\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMay 20\, 2035Sunday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMay 08\, 2036Thursday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayApr 28\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayApr 17\, 2038Saturday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayApr 06\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMar 26\, 2040Monday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMar 15\, 2041Friday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayMar 04\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayFeb 22\, 2043Sunday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayFeb 11\, 2044Thursday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJan 31\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJan 20\, 2046Saturday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayJan 09\, 2047Wednesday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayDec 30\, 2047Monday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayDec 18\, 2048Friday \n \n Prophet's BirthdayDec 07\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Prophet's Birthday\nThe History of the Prophet's Birthday in Malaysia reflects the country's deep Islamic heritage and the integration of religious observances into its multicultural society. \nIslam was introduced to the Malay Archipelago around the 12th century through Arab traders\, Indian Muslim merchants and missionaries. Over time\, the Malay Sultanates adopted Islam\, establishing it as a central part of governance and daily life. \nAs Islam spread\, the observance of the Prophet's Birthday became a key tradition\, reflecting devotion to Prophet Muhammad and his teachings. \nDuring British colonial rule in Malaya\, Islamic practices\, including the Prophet's Birthday\, were largely preserved by local rulers. \nAfter gaining independence in 1957\, Malaysia institutionalized religious holidays\, including the Prophet's Birthday\, as part of its national identity. The Prophet's Birthday was declared a public holiday\, reflecting the significance of Islam as the official religion of the country. \nInitially\, the Prophet's Birthday was observed primarily in mosques and religious schools. Over the decades\, the celebration of the Prophet's Birthday evolved into larger public and state-organized events \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nMuslims attend mosques for special congregational prayers (Salat) and recitation of Quranic verses. Prayers include blessings upon the Prophet to express love and reverence for him. \nTalks and sermons are organized in mosques\, community centers\, and schools. Devotional songs praising the Prophet's qualities are performed during gatherings. \nVibrant processions are held in cities and towns. Participants\, including schoolchildren\, community groups and government officials\, dress in traditional attire. \nThe Malaysian government organizes grand ceremonies that include: Quran recitations\, speeches by officials and religious leaders\, awards presentations to individuals or organizations that embody Islamic values and contribute to society. \nSchools\, universities and mosques host events focusing on the Prophet's character and his message of compassion and humility. \nActs of generosity\, such as donating food\, clothing or money to the less fortunate\, are common on the Prophet's Birthday. Communities organize charity drives or visits to orphanages and care homes. \nFree meals are distributed at mosques and community centers\, reflecting the Prophet's emphasis on compassion and generosity. \nFamilies gather to reflect on the Prophet's life and enjoy meals together\, strengthening bonds and fostering a sense of gratitude. \nMore about Prophet Muhammad?\nProphet Muhammad (peace be upon him)\, also known as Muhammad ibn Abdullah\, is the central figure in Islam and is regarded by Muslims as the last and final prophet sent by Allah to guide humanity. \nMuhammad was born in 570 CE in Mecca\, a city in present-day Saudi Arabia. His father died before Muhammad was born\, and his mother passed away when he was six years old\, leaving him an orphan. \nMuhammad was raised by his grandfather and later by his uncle. Despite his hardships\, he became known for his honesty and trustworthiness. \nAt the age of 25\, Muhammad married a wealthy merchant widow. She became his first and most supportive wife\, and they had six children. \nAt the age of 40\, Muhammad received his first revelation from Angel Jibreel (Gabriel) in the cave of Hira\, near Mecca. These revelations\, which continued for 23 years\, became the Quran\, the holy book of Islam. \nMuhammad's message faced strong opposition from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca\, as it challenged their religious and social systems. Despite persecution\, he continued to spread Islam with patience and perseverance. \nIn 622 CE\, Muhammad and his followers migrated to Medina (then known as Yathrib) to escape persecution in Mecca. This event\, called the Hijrah\, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. \nDuring his last pilgrimage in 632 CE\, Muhammad delivered his Farewell Sermon\, emphasizing equality\, human rights and adherence to the Quran and his teachings. \nMuhammad passed away in 632 CE in Medina at the age of 63. He was buried in the chamber of his wife Aisha\, which is now part of the Prophet's Mosque (Masjid al-Nabawi). URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/prophets-birthday-malaysia/ CATEGORIES:Islam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Prophets-Birthday-in-Malaysia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250909 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250830T031155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T153432Z UID:10000472-1757289600-1757375999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Day of Extremadura DESCRIPTION:The Day of Extremadura evolved from a religious feast honoring the Virgin of Guadalupe (September 8) into an official regional holiday in 1985\, symbolizing both the deep Catholic traditions of the land and its modern political and cultural identity. \nWhen is Day of Extremadura?\nDay of Extremadura is celebrated every year on September 8. \nThe following is the list of Day of Extremadura from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2022Thursday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2023Friday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2024Sunday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2025Monday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2028Friday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2029Saturday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2030Sunday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2031Monday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2033Thursday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2034Friday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2035Saturday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2036Monday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2039Thursday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2040Saturday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2041Sunday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2042Monday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2044Thursday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2045Friday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2046Saturday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2047Sunday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Day of ExtremaduraSep 08\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Day of Extremadura?\nThe celebration is closely tied to the Virgin of Guadalupe\, who became the patron saint of Extremadura. According to tradition\, a shepherd discovered a statue of the Virgin Mary by the Guadalupe River in Cáceres in the 14th century. A sanctuary was built on the site\, which grew into the Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe\, one of Spain's most important pilgrimage centers. \nFor centuries\, September 8 has been observed as the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe\, with pilgrimages\, masses\, and religious celebrations. This date later became the foundation for Extremadura's Regional Day. \nAfter Spain's transition to democracy (late 1970s)\, the country recognized its regions through the creation of autonomous communities. Extremadura\, like other regions\, sought to highlight its identity and traditions. \nIn 1985\, the Parliament of Extremadura officially declared September 8 as the Day of Extremadura\, aligning the civil celebration with the long-standing religious feast. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/day-of-extremadura/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Day-of-Extremadura.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250719T053000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T042701Z UID:10000423-1757548800-1757635199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Jeûne genevois DESCRIPTION:Jeûne genevois is a public holiday observed only in the Canton of Geneva\, Switzerland. It is a day of fasting and spiritual reflection\, rooted in Protestant tradition\, and is unique among Swiss holidays for its local and historical significance. \nWhen is Jeûne genevois?\nJeûne genevois is observed on the Thursday following the first Sunday of September. \nThe following is the list of Jeûne genevois from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Jeune genevoisSep 10\, 2020Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 09\, 2021Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 08\, 2022Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 07\, 2023Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 05\, 2024Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 11\, 2025Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 10\, 2026Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 09\, 2027Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 07\, 2028Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 06\, 2029Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 05\, 2030Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 11\, 2031Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 09\, 2032Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 08\, 2033Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 07\, 2034Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 06\, 2035Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 11\, 2036Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 10\, 2037Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 09\, 2038Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 08\, 2039Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 06\, 2040Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 05\, 2041Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 11\, 2042Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 10\, 2043Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 08\, 2044Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 07\, 2045Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 06\, 2046Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 05\, 2047Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 10\, 2048Thursday \n \n Jeune genevoisSep 09\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Jeûne genevois?\nIn the 16th century\, Geneva became a center of the Reformation. During this time\, it was common for Protestant city-states to declare days of prayer and fasting in response to crises. \nThe first recorded Jeûne genevois was declared in 1567. It was established as a response to the growing persecution of Protestants\, particularly the Huguenots (French Protestants) in neighboring France. \nThe St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre in August 1572\, in which thousands of Huguenots were killed in Paris and across France\, deeply affected Geneva. Geneva\, which had become a safe haven for Huguenot refugees\, declared a day of public mourning and fasting in their memory. This deepened the tradition of setting aside a special day in early September for repentance and solidarity. \nOver the next centuries\, Geneva continued to declare occasional fasts. By the 17th and 18th centuries\, it became an annual event observed each September\, particularly by Protestant churches and civic leaders. \nIn the 19th century\, the Swiss Confederation introduced a Federal Day of Thanksgiving\, Repentance and Prayer (Jeûne fédéral)\, held on the third Sunday of September. \nWhile most cantons adopted this date\, Geneva kept its own tradition\, celebrating Jeûne genevois on the Thursday after the first Sunday in September. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/jeune-genevois/ CATEGORIES:Christianity,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Jeune-genevois.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T000000 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250913T033337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T033414Z UID:10000539-1757635200-1757635200@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Hari Raya Haji (Singapore) DESCRIPTION:Hari Raya Haji (Eid al-Adha) in Singapore is a public holiday that marks both the end of the Hajj pilgrimage and commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's act of faith. It is celebrated with prayers\, korban rituals\, charity\, and family gatherings\, emphasizing compassion and community. \nWhen is Hari Raya Haji?\nHari Raya Haji marks the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca\, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The festival falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah\, the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar. \nThe following is the list of Hari Raya Haji from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Hari Raya HajiJul 31\, 2020Friday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJul 20\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJul 10\, 2022Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJun 29\, 2023Thursday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJun 17\, 2024Monday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJun 07\, 2025Saturday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMay 27\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMay 17\, 2027Monday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMay 05\, 2028Friday \n \n Hari Raya HajiApr 24\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiApr 14\, 2030Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiApr 03\, 2031Thursday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMar 22\, 2032Monday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMar 12\, 2033Saturday \n \n Hari Raya HajiMar 01\, 2034Wednesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiFeb 18\, 2035Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiFeb 08\, 2036Friday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJan 27\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJan 17\, 2038Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiJan 06\, 2039Thursday \n \n Hari Raya HajiDec 26\, 2039Monday \n \n Hari Raya HajiDec 15\, 2040Saturday \n \n Hari Raya HajiDec 04\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiNov 23\, 2042Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiNov 13\, 2043Friday \n \n Hari Raya HajiNov 01\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Hari Raya HajiOct 22\, 2045Sunday \n \n Hari Raya HajiOct 11\, 2046Thursday \n \n Hari Raya HajiSep 30\, 2047Monday \n \n Hari Raya HajiSep 19\, 2048Saturday \n \n Hari Raya HajiSep 08\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Hari Raya Haji?\nHari Raya Haji (Eid al-Adha) originates from the Quranic story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham)\, who was commanded by Allah to sacrifice his son as a test of faith. Allah spared his son and provided a ram instead\, symbolizing obedience\, sacrifice\, and submission to God. The festival is closely linked to the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca\, which ends on the same day. \nIslam spread to the Malay Archipelago through Arab\, Indian\, and Malay traders from the 13th century onwards. With the establishment of Malay-Muslim communities\, including in Singapore\, the traditions of Hari Raya Puasa (Eid al-Fitr) and Hari Raya Haji (Eid al-Adha) became important religious observances. \nIn early Singapore\, Hari Raya Haji was celebrated in kampongs (villages)\, mosques\, and community spaces\, focusing on prayers\, korban (sacrifice)\, and charity. \nAfter independence\, Singapore's government recognized the importance of Islamic festivals to the Malay-Muslim community. \nHari Raya Haji was gazetted as a public holiday\, reflecting its significance in the religious and cultural life of Muslims in Singapore. The holiday is observed on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah\, the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar\, so its date changes every year. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/hari-raya-haji-singapore/ CATEGORIES:Islam ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hari-Raya-Haji-Singapore.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250827T184748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T023543Z UID:10000469-1757894400-1757980799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Our Lady of the Well-Appeared DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of the Well-Appeared is a miraculous Marian devotion born in 17th-century Ampuero\, later declared patroness of Cantabria by Pope Pius X in 1903. Her feast blends deep Catholic devotion with rich Cantabrian cultural traditions. \nWhen is Our Lady of the Well-Appeared?\nOur Lady of the Well-Appeared is celebrated every year on September 15. \nThe following is the list of Our Lady of the Well-Appeared from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2022Thursday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2023Friday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2024Sunday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2025Monday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2028Friday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2029Saturday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2030Sunday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2031Monday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2033Thursday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2034Friday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2035Saturday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2036Monday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2039Thursday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2040Saturday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2041Sunday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2042Monday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2044Thursday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2045Friday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2046Saturday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2047Sunday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of the Well-AppearedSep 15\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Our Lady of the Well-Appeared?\nAround the 1600s\, in the small village of Marrón (Ampuero\, Cantabria\, Spain)\, a group of local shepherd children noticed a strange light near an abandoned hermitage. \nInvestigating\, they discovered a small wooden statue of the Virgin Mary inside. The miraculous discovery was seen as a sign of divine intervention\, and the Virgin was given the name "Bien Aparecida" — meaning "Well Appeared" or "the One Who Appeared." \nNews of the apparition spread rapidly\, and devotion to Our Lady of the Well-Appeared grew throughout Cantabria and northern Spain. \nPilgrims began flocking to the site\, where prayers and offerings were made to the Virgin. A sanctuary\, the Santuario de la Bien Aparecida\, was eventually built on the site to house the image and accommodate the growing number of devotees. \nIn 1903\, Pope Pius X officially declared Our Lady of the Well-Appeared as the Patroness of Cantabria\, giving her devotion formal recognition by the Catholic Church. This established her as a central Marian figure for the region\, reinforcing her role as a protector and symbol of Cantabrian identity. \nHer feast day is celebrated on September 15\, coinciding with the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows in the Catholic calendar. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/our-lady-of-the-well-appeared/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Our-Lady-of-the-Well-Appeared.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250911T050523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T050523Z UID:10000524-1757894400-1757980799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Our Lady of Sorrows DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Sorrows represents Mary's deep suffering alongside Christ\, especially during his Passion. Her feast is a major Catholic celebration and a national holiday in Slovakia\, where she is honored as the country's Patroness. \nWhen is Our Lady of Sorrows?\nOur Lady of Sorrows in Slovakia is celebrated every year on September 15. \nThe following is the list of Our Lady of Sorrows from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2022Thursday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2023Friday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2024Sunday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2025Monday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2028Friday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2029Saturday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2030Sunday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2031Monday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2033Thursday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2034Friday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2035Saturday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2036Monday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2039Thursday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2040Saturday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2041Sunday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2042Monday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2044Thursday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2045Friday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2046Saturday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2047Sunday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of SorrowsSep 15\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Our Lady of Sorrows?\nThe devotion to Mary's sorrows dates back to the Middle Ages. In the 13th century\, the Servite Order (Servants of Mary) especially promoted meditation on the sufferings of the Virgin Mary\, focusing on the Seven Sorrows connected to Christ's Passion and her life as his mother. \nThe devotion spread widely in Europe\, as Christians reflected on Mary not just as the Mother of Joy but also as the Mother of Sorrows\, sharing in Christ's suffering. \nPope Pius VII (1817) extended the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows to the universal Church as an act of thanksgiving for his release from captivity under Napoleon. \nThe feast is celebrated on September 15\, the day after the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross\, highlighting Mary's close participation in Christ's suffering on Calvary. Traditional images depict Mary with a heart pierced by seven swords\, symbolizing her Seven Sorrows. \nIn 1927\, Pope Pius XI declared Our Lady of Sorrows the Patroness of Slovakia. Her feast on September 15 became a public holiday in Slovakia\, with the largest annual pilgrimage held at Šaštín Basilica\, the national Marian shrine. Slovak Catholics view her as a powerful intercessor who understands human suffering and offers comfort. \nToday\, devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows remains strong worldwide\, especially in Slovakia\, Latin America\, and among the Servite communities. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/our-lady-of-sorrows/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Our-Lady-of-Sorrows.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250923 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250725T223009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T035249Z UID:10000429-1758499200-1758585599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Day after Federal Fast DESCRIPTION:The Day after Federal Fast is a public holiday celebrated exclusively in the canton of Vaud\, Switzerland\, and its history is closely linked to the evolution of the Federal Day of Thanksgiving\, Repentance\, and Prayer\, a Swiss national observance rooted in religious and historical traditions. \nWhen is Day after Federal Fast?\nDay after Federal Fast falls on the Monday following the third Sunday in September. \nThe following is the list of Day after Federal Fast from 2020 to 2039. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Day after Federal FastSep 21\, 2020Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 20\, 2021Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 19\, 2022Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 18\, 2023Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 16\, 2024Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 22\, 2025Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 21\, 2026Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 20\, 2027Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 18\, 2028Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 17\, 2029Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 16\, 2030Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 22\, 2031Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 20\, 2032Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 19\, 2033Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 18\, 2034Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 17\, 2035Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 22\, 2036Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 21\, 2037Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 20\, 2038Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 19\, 2039Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 17\, 2040Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 16\, 2041Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 22\, 2042Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 21\, 2043Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 19\, 2044Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 18\, 2045Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 17\, 2046Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 16\, 2047Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 21\, 2048Monday \n \n Day after Federal FastSep 20\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Day after Federal Fast?\nThe Federal Fast Day itself dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries\, when Swiss cantons\, especially the Protestant ones\, began observing days of prayer and repentance in response to wars\, plagues\, and political tensions. \nOver time\, this day became a unifying national observance\, particularly after the Swiss Federal Constitution of 1848 recognized it as a federal commemorative day\, falling on the third Sunday in September. \nIn the canton of Vaud\, a Reformed (Protestant) stronghold\, the Fast Day had deep cultural and religious importance. However\, as society secularized\, the solemn nature of Sunday observance gave way to more social and familial gatherings on the Monday after. \nBy tradition\, the Monday following the Federal Fast Day gradually became a day for rest\, family outings\, and community events. \nWhile not a federal public holiday\, Vaud formally recognized it as a cantonal holiday\, giving workers and students the day off. This was a way to extend the observance and give people time to reflect and reconnect. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/day-after-federal-fast/ CATEGORIES:Christianity,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Day-after-Federal-Fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250925 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20241222T065833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T030221Z UID:10000096-1758585600-1758758399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah DESCRIPTION:Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year\, a significant holiday in the Jewish calendar. It marks the beginning of the Ten Days of Repentance or the Days of Awe\, a period of introspection and preparation for Yom Kippur\, the Day of Atonement. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Rosh Hashanah?\nThe History of Rosh Hashanah?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nWhat is the Hebrew Calendar?\n\nWhen is Rosh Hashanah?\nRosh Hashanah\, the Jewish New Year\, is observed on the first two days of Tishrei\, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. \nThe following is the list of Rosh Hashanah from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDay 1Day 2\n\n\n\n \n Rosh HashanahSep 19\, 2020Sep 20\, 2020 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 07\, 2021Sep 08\, 2021 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 26\, 2022Sep 27\, 2022 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 16\, 2023Sep 17\, 2023 \n \n Rosh HashanahOct 03\, 2024Oct 04\, 2024 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 23\, 2025Sep 24\, 2025 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 12\, 2026Sep 13\, 2026 \n \n Rosh HashanahOct 02\, 2027Oct 03\, 2027 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 21\, 2028Sep 22\, 2028 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 10\, 2029Sep 11\, 2029 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 28\, 2030Sep 29\, 2030 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 18\, 2031Sep 19\, 2031 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 06\, 2032Sep 07\, 2032 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 24\, 2033Sep 25\, 2033 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 14\, 2034Sep 15\, 2034 \n \n Rosh HashanahOct 04\, 2035Oct 05\, 2035 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 22\, 2036Sep 23\, 2036 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 10\, 2037Sep 11\, 2037 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 30\, 2038Oct 01\, 2038 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 19\, 2039Sep 20\, 2039 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 08\, 2040Sep 09\, 2040 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 26\, 2041Sep 27\, 2041 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 15\, 2042Sep 16\, 2042 \n \n Rosh HashanahOct 05\, 2043Oct 06\, 2043 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 22\, 2044Sep 23\, 2044 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 12\, 2045Sep 13\, 2045 \n \n Rosh HashanahOct 01\, 2046Oct 02\, 2046 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 21\, 2047Sep 22\, 2047 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 08\, 2048Sep 09\, 2048 \n \n Rosh HashanahSep 27\, 2049Sep 28\, 2049 \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Rosh Hashanah?\nThe history of Rosh Hashanah is rooted in Jewish tradition and scriptural references\, evolving into its current form over centuries. \nThe Torah\, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible\, does not directly call Rosh Hashanah the "New Year" but refers to it as a "day of remembrance" (Yom Zikaron) and a "day of sounding the shofar" (Yom Teruah). It was established as a day of reflection and spiritual renewal\, marking the beginning of the agricultural year and serving as a time to take stock of one's deeds. \nRosh Hashanah also coincides with the start of the agricultural cycle of sowing\, growth\, and harvest in the ancient Near East\, particularly in Israel. \nDuring the Talmudic era\, a transformative era in Jewish history that lasted from 70 CE to 638 CE\, Rosh Hashanah evolved to include more than just agricultural and religious implications. It was designated as the "new year for years\," the time when the year number increases and the anniversary of the creation of the world. \nThe liturgy of Rosh Hashanah saw significant development during the medieval period. This includes the incorporation of specific prayers such as the "Unetanneh Tokef\," which vividly describes the judgment of humanity. \nIn modern times\, the holiday has retained its dual aspects of joyous celebration and serious introspection. Themes of renewal and reflection are universal\, making it a time for personal change and community connection. Throughout its history\, Rosh Hashanah has grown and evolved\, but its core themes of renewal\, moral reflection\, and community remain central to its celebration. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Rosh Hashanah\, the Jewish New Year\, a variety of customs and traditions are observed\, each infused with deep symbolic meaning. \nAttending lengthy services at the synagogue is central to Rosh Hashanah. These services are marked by special liturgies and the sounding of the shofar (a ram's horn). The shofar is blown 100 times over the course of the service\, serving as a call to repentance and a reminder of God's sovereignty. \nOn the first day of Rosh Hashanah\, many perform the Tashlich ceremony\, where sins are symbolically "cast" into a flowing body of water\, such as a river or ocean\, by throwing pieces of bread or stones into the water. \nEating apples dipped in honey is perhaps the most recognized tradition\, symbolizing the hope for a sweet new year. Bread is baked in a round shape\, often with raisins\, symbolizing continuity and the cyclical nature of life. Often\, the head of a fish or a lamb is served\, symbolizing the desire to be at the "head" and not at the "tail" of events in the coming year. \nMany wear new clothes or white garments to symbolize purity and new beginnings. It is customary to send cards or messages wishing friends and family a "Shanah Tovah" (a good year) or "Shanah Tovah Umetukah" (a good and sweet year). Family gatherings are common\, where festive meals are shared\, and the traditions and customs of Rosh Hashanah are observed together. \nWhat is the Hebrew Calendar?\nThe Hebrew calendar is a fascinating blend of lunar and solar components\, making it a lunisolar calendar. \nThe Hebrew calendar consists of 12 months during a common year and 13 months in a leap year. The months are based on the moon's cycle\, but to keep the calendar in sync with the solar year and agricultural seasons\, an extra month is added in seven out of every 19 years. This adjustment is part of a 19-year cycle known as the Metonic cycle. \nThe months in the Hebrew calendar include: Tishrei\, Cheshvan (or Marcheshvan)\, Kislev\, Tevet\, Shevat\, Adar (In leap years\, Adar I and Adar II)\, Nisan\, Iyar\, Sivan\, Tammuz\, Av\, and Elul. \nThe days of the week in the Hebrew calendar are simply numbered as First Day\, Second Day\, etc.\, with the exception of the seventh day\, Shabbat\, which is a day of rest. \nOriginally\, the months were set by observation of the new moon\, and extra months were added by decision of a rabbinical court based on agricultural conditions. By the 4th century\, Hillel II established a fixed calendar based on mathematical and astronomical calculations\, allowing Jews everywhere to follow a uniform calendar without the need for observation. \nWhile the Gregorian calendar is used for civil purposes in Israel and most of the world\, the Hebrew calendar remains vital for determining Jewish religious observances and is used extensively in Jewish life for all religious purposes\, including prayer books\, holiday schedules\, and ritual observances. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/rosh-hashanah/ CATEGORIES:Jewish,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rosh-Hashanah.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250823T012612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T012612Z UID:10000453-1758844800-1758931199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Binara Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Binara Full Moon Poya commemorates the establishment of the Bhikkhuni Order\, when the Buddha ordained his foster mother Mahāpajāpati Gotami and 500 women. This completed the Fourfold Sangha (monks\, nuns\, laymen\, laywomen). The event marked a historic step in recognizing women's spiritual capacity\, a legacy still honored in Sri Lanka today. \nWhen is Binara Full Moon Poya Day?\nBinara Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon day in September. \nThe following is the list of Binara Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 01\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 20\, 2021Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 10\, 2022Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 29\, 2023Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 17\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 07\, 2025Sunday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 26\, 2026Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 15\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 18\, 2028Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 08\, 2029Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 27\, 2030Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 16\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 04\, 2032Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 23\, 2033Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 14\, 2034Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 01\, 2035Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 19\, 2036Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 08\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 15\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 16\, 2039Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 14\, 2040Friday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 24\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 13\, 2042Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 03\, 2043Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 21\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 10\, 2045Sunday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 29\, 2046Saturday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 19\, 2047Thursday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 07\, 2048Monday \n \n Binara Full Moon Poya DaySep 26\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Binara Full Moon Poya Day?\nMahāpajāpati Gotami\, the Buddha's foster mother and aunt (who raised him after Queen Māyā's death)\, was deeply devoted to the Buddha and his teachings. Together with 500 women from the Sakya clan\, she requested to be ordained into the Sangha. Initially\, the Buddha refused her request\, concerned about the challenges women might face as monastics. \nVen. Ananda Thera\, the Buddha's attendant and one of his closest disciples\, intervened. He respectfully questioned the Buddha: were women capable of achieving the same spiritual attainments (enlightenment\, arahantship) as men if ordained? \nThe Buddha confirmed that women were indeed capable of reaching the highest spiritual goals. Following this\, the Buddha permitted the ordination of women. \nMahāpajāpati Gotami and her companions became the first Bhikkhunis (nuns). With their ordination\, the Fourfold Sangha was completed: Bhikkhus (monks)\, Bhikkhunis (nuns)\, Upasakas (laymen) and Upasikas (laywomen). This was a groundbreaking step in religious history\, affirming the role of women in spiritual life. \nThe Bhikkhuni Order flourished in India and Sri Lanka for many centuries. Sri Lanka\, in particular\, became a center of Bhikkhuni training. Sri Lankan nuns later helped re-establish the order in other countries. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/binara-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Binara-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927 DTSTAMP:20260501T041556 CREATED:20250918T045222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T022304Z UID:10000592-1758844800-1758931199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:First Day of Sukkot DESCRIPTION:In Israel\, the First Day of Sukkot is observed as a holy day with sukkah meals\, synagogue prayers\, and the waving of the Four Species\, marking the beginning of a week of joy\, gratitude and community celebrations. It blends the ancient biblical tradition of desert remembrance and harvest thanksgiving with modern Israeli culture. \nWhen is the First Day of Sukkot?\nThe First Day of Sukkot in Israel is on the 6th of Sivan in the Hebrew calendar (usually late May or early June). \nThe following is the list of the First Day of Sukkot from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n First Day of SukkotOct 03\, 2020Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 21\, 2021Tuesday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 10\, 2022Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 30\, 2023Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 17\, 2024Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 07\, 2025Tuesday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 26\, 2026Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 16\, 2027Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 05\, 2028Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 24\, 2029Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 12\, 2030Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 02\, 2031Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 20\, 2032Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 08\, 2033Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 28\, 2034Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 18\, 2035Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 06\, 2036Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 24\, 2037Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 14\, 2038Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 03\, 2039Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 22\, 2040Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 10\, 2041Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 29\, 2042Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 19\, 2043Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 06\, 2044Thursday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 26\, 2045Tuesday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 15\, 2046Monday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 05\, 2047Saturday \n \n First Day of SukkotSep 22\, 2048Tuesday \n \n First Day of SukkotOct 11\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the First Day of Sukkot?\nSukkot is one of the Three Pilgrimage Festivals commanded in the Torah\, alongside Passover and Shavuot. The Torah instructs that on the 15th of Tishrei\, Israelites should observe a seven-day festival. \nIt had a dual purpose: agricultural (a harvest festival at the end of the year\, celebrating the ingathering of crops) and historical (commemorating the Israelites' 40 years of wandering in the desert\, when they lived in temporary shelters (sukkot)). \nDuring the First Temple and Second Temple periods\, Sukkot was one of the major pilgrimage festivals. Israelites traveled to Jerusalem to bring sacrifices and participate in ceremonies. \nThe First Day of Sukkot was treated as a holy convocation (Yom Tov) with no labor permitted\, sacrifices offered and rituals performed at the Temple. \nAfter the destruction of the Second Temple\, the pilgrimage and sacrificial aspects could no longer be performed. \nAfter the founding of Israel in 1948\, Sukkot regained its public\, national dimension. The First Day continues to be observed as a holy day in religious communities\, but it also launches a nationwide cultural period: \nThe holiday week is filled with festivals\, concerts\, parades\, and tourism. In Israel\, Sukkot is 7 days long\, so the first day (15 Tishrei) and the last day (Shemini Atzeret) are the primary festival days. \nAfter the founding of Israel in 1948\, Sukkot regained its public\, national dimension. The First Day continues to be observed as a holy day in religious communities\, but it also launches a nationwide cultural period. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/first-day-of-sukkot/ CATEGORIES:Jewish ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/First-Day-of-Sukkot.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR