#Happy Kwanzaa!

[chernobog13]

Happy Holidays!

[catgirlhell]

FROM ME TO YOU, KWANZAA FURAHA!

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[idolicons]

i wonder what kind of warm miracle we will create this year?!

[jesterthezombie]

Christmas!!

Merry Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza (or whatever you celebrate)

Wishing you happiness and prosperity

and a wonderful new year!!

tag your mutuals or whoever you want!

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[guardianspirits13]

Happy Candle month to all who celebrate!

[genericpuff]

Bit of a late post because I've been spending the last two days driving around non-stop to visit family for Christmas, but! Happy Holidays to you all! I'm so thankful to be here with such an amazing community of creators, readers, and friends 💖 For all those who celebrate this time of year in their many shapes and forms, I hope you're having a wonderful and safe holiday season! Te'tuji Kesalnu'k !

[viadescioism]

Kwanzaa:

Kwanzaa, an annual holiday celebrated primarily in the United States from December 26 to January 1, emphasizes the importance of pan-African family and social values. It was devised in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, Inspired by Africa’s harvest celebrations, he decided to develop a nonreligious holiday that would stress the importance of family and community while giving African Americans an opportunity to explore their African identities. Kwanzaa arose from the black nationalist movement of the 1960s and was created to help African Americans reconnect with their African cultural and historical heritage. The holiday honors African American people, their struggles in the United States, their heritage, and their culture. Kwanzaa's practices and symbolism are deeply rooted in African traditions and emphasize community, family, and cultural pride. It's a time for reflection, celebration, and the nurturing of cultural identity within the African American community.

Kwanzaa is a blend of various African cultures, reflecting the experience of many African Americans who cannot trace their exact origins; thus, it is not specific to any one African culture or region. The inclusiveness of Kwanzaa allows for a broader celebration of African heritage and identity.

Karenga created Kwanzaa during the aftermath of the Watts riots as a non-Christian, specifically African-American, holiday. His goal was to give black people an alternative to Christmas and an opportunity to celebrate themselves and their history, rather than imitating the practices of the dominant society. The name Kwanzaa derives from the Swahili phrase "matunda ya kwanza," meaning "first fruits," and is based on African harvest festival traditions from various parts of West and Southeast Africa. The holiday was first celebrated in 1966.

Each day of Kwanzaa is dedicated to one of the seven principles (Nguzo Saba), which are central values of African culture that contribute to building and reinforcing community among African Americans. These principles include Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith). Each family celebrates Kwanzaa in its own way, but Celebrations often include songs, dances, African drums, storytelling, poetry readings, and a large traditional meal. The holiday concludes with a communal feast called Karamu, usually held on the sixth day​​​​.

Kwanzaa is more than just a celebration; it's a spiritual journey to heal, explore, and learn from African heritage. The holiday emphasizes the importance of community and the role of children, who are considered seed bearers of cultural values and practices for the next generation. Kwanzaa is not just a holiday; it's a period of introspection and celebration of African-American identity and culture, allowing for a deeper understanding and appreciation of ancestral roots. This celebration is a testament to the resilience and enduring spirit of the African-American community.

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[baby-vee-blogs]

To anyone who celebrates,

Merry Christmas

Happy Hanukkah

Happy Yule

Happy Kwanzaa

Happy New Years

And any other holidays

I hope your holiday is just as, if not more, joyous as my own.

I cherish each and every one of you

Enjoy your holidays

Enjoy your people

Enjoy your celebrations

You are loved.

[banditblvd]

Uh happy holidays and whatnot take the bandit equivalent to a lump of coal

[kakyoin-daily]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!!!! Whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah (what i celebrate), Kwanzaa , or whatever else. I hope you have a wonderful holiday with the people that you love! This art is by the wonderful Kohei Ashiya once again

[avenpt]

Happy holidays to all the aspecs out there!!! You are valid and loved!

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Christmas fanart for a Buddhist fandom

[jmdbjk]

Wishing you happiness...

The holiday season can be stressful, disappointing and lonely.

Those of you having difficulty, I hope you can find that point of light to follow and get you through.

Remember we have so much to look forward to in the coming year and next Christmas everyone will be together.

Merry Christmas, happy holidays, hope everyone has a good day!