Gita Jayanti is a Hindu observance that celebrates the Bhagavad Gita, one of the holy books of Hinduism. The Bhagavad Gita is presented as a dialogue between Arjuna, a prince, and Krishna, the embodiment of God. In 2025 this day takes place on December 1, however local festivals may take place at different times, and can last several weeks.
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Gita Jayanti is a Hindu observance that celebrates the Bhagavad Gita, one of the holy books of Hinduism. The Bhagavad Gita is presented as a dialogue between Arjuna, a prince, and Krishna, the embodiment of God. In 2024 this day takes place on December 11, however local festivals may take place at different times, and can last several weeks.
Find out more:
December is a month of Holidays & Holy Days. Visit your school library to find out more.
Diwali is celebrated by millions of people in India, Canada and around the world. Hundreds of millions of Hindus celebrate “the Festival of Lights.” People of other faiths, including Sikhism, also celebrate. For Sikhs the festival has added significance as it generally coincides with a Sikh celebration known as Bandi Chhor Divas. For more on Diwali check out:
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