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Nirvana Day (Parinirvana Day)
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Jana Melpolder
Observance of the death of Buddha, the point at which he left the cycle of death and rebirth. Celebrated through meditation and the visitation of temples and monasteries. February 15th is the alternative date.
Chinese New Year
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Jana Melpolder
First day of the new year as based on the movement of the sun, moon, and stars.
Ash Wednesday – Lent Begins
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Jana Melpolder
Begins the six-week season of Lent, a time of repentance and reflection.
Shrove Tuesday
By
Jana Melpolder
Sometimes known as Fat Tuesday; Christian carnival day on the eve of Lent.
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