Lughnasadh/Lammas (Pagan, Wiccan)
Lughnasadh/Lammas (Pagan, Wiccan)
Pagan holiday and one of eight Wiccan sabbats; occurs halfway between the summer solstice (Litha) and the fall equinox (Mabon). This holiday celebrates the grain harvest.
Pagan holiday and one of eight Wiccan sabbats; occurs halfway between the summer solstice (Litha) and the fall equinox (Mabon). This holiday celebrates the grain harvest.
Day of mourning to commemorate many tragedies that have befallen Jewish people, many occurring on the ninth of Av (fasting and some work restrictions)
August 15th is also the National Acadian Day (Fête nationale de l'Acadie) is observed in parts of Canada each year to celebrate Acadian culture.
Birthday of Lord Krishna. An incarnation of the God Vishnu, Krishna represents love and bravery. Krishna reveals His true Self while counseling Prince Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita. He is often depicted as a handsome young man playing a flute.
Birthday of Lord Ganesha, revered as the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune and the remover of obstacles.