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Holidays are times of coming together and celebration, but what is the meaning behind a lot of our holidays and their names? Find out with these articles!

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What To Know About The Holidays Called Eid

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The Major Facts About The Month of Ramadan

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The Meaning Of Kwanzaa And Its Celebrations

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