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Category Archives: Religious Celebrations
The Vikings and Ramadan
No, not those Vikings. In the midst of Islamo-dissing and Islamophobia, The New York Times gives us a reminder that Muslims are everywhere including the NFL. Abdullah, a third-year safety, is a Muslim who keeps the traditional fast during the … Continue reading
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Being observant doesn’t have to be a headache anymore
A bit late, but you know what they say about lateness. From The New York Times: there’s “a cure for the Yom Kippur Headache, a problem that afflicts many people undertaking the 25-hour fast on the Jewish High Holiday.”
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Taking World Religions classes to the streets
I’ve had students go on their own to a worship service outside their own tradition, but here’s another spin on the same assignment. Earlier this semester, Soni started a weekly “Souljourn” to explore that religious diversity, bringing students of different … Continue reading
Ash Wednesday Foot in Mouth
You may have read my essay about anti-intellectualism. Well, here is the flip side: religious ignorance. Or rather, ignorance about religious traditions. UK broadcasters pondering over that nasty looking smudge on Joe Biden’s head. Hello! It’s called Ash Wednesday! Hello! … Continue reading
Jewish roots remain in Los Angeles neighborhood
This story from the LA Times is calling out for a sociologist or anthropologist to study. The old man with the Santa Claus beard pulled a black yarmulke from the trunk of his Cadillac and limped across the street. Hundreds … Continue reading
Advent readings
I do admire my Orthodox brothers and sisters for their fortitude. On my walk Saturday (11/28) I saw my first Christmas Tree laden SUV. Ouch! It was an affront to my liturgical sensibilities. (smile) Oh my! Another Advent! This year, … Continue reading
Day of the Dead
I’m not a big fan of this, but at least I’m beginning to be able to observe the displays without freaking out! The “lady” – actually there are two of them – is quite tall. As tall as a library … Continue reading