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Пасха - один из самых древних праздников христианства, отмечается уже более 1,000 лет.
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На праздник Холи в Индии люди разбрасывают цветной порошок друг на друга, чтобы показать печаль и одиночество.
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На Пасху христиане в основном отмечают рождение Иисуса Христа.
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Шавуот - это еврейский праздник, который проходит во время недели Пасхи.
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На Навруз мусульмане в Иране и Ираке устраивают торжественные обеды и раздают подарки.
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Весеннее равноденствие происходит, когда солнце пересекает небесный экватор, вызывая начало весны на южном полушарии и осень на северном.
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Study Notes
Spring is the season between winter and summer, known for its blooming flowers, longer days, and warmer temperatures. It's also a time of numerous holidays that celebrate new beginnings and renewal. Here are some notable spring holidays from around the world:
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Holi: This Indian festival celebrates love, joy, and good over evil. People throw colored powder at each other to signify happiness and camaraderie. In Hindu culture, it marks the beginning of spring.
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Nowruz: Celebrated by Zoroastrians and Muslims in Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and parts of India, Nowruz represents the first day of spring. Families have special meals, play games, give gifts, visit relatives, and wear traditional clothing.
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Easter: Easter is one of Christianity's oldest observances, dating back more than 2,000 years. Christians commemorate Jesus Christ's resurrection with ceremonies and feasts. Some customs include giving eggs painted bright colors and making decorations from local plants such as ferns and palm fronds.
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Passover: Passover is Jewish holiday held during Easter week that remembers God rescuing them out of slavery in Egypt. During this time they eat matzo bread instead of regular bread, drink four cups of wine, hold a Seder meal, and retell stories from their history.
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Spring Equinox: Also called Vernal or March equinox, it occurs when the sun crosses the celestial equator, causing springtime in the northern hemisphere and autumn in the southern ones. Many cultures had festivals related to this event because it was so important to agriculture.
These holidays bring people together, symbolize hope for better things ahead, and help us appreciate the natural beauty that comes with each passing year.
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Explore and learn about different spring holidays celebrated across various cultures, from Holi in India to Nowruz in Iran, and Easter and Passover in Christianity and Judaism. Discover the traditions, customs, and significance of these festivals that mark the arrival of spring and new beginnings.
