The Lebanese celebrate both the Christian and Muslim holy days, plus a couple of secular public holidays. The major Muslim holiday is Ramadan, celebrated by complete fasting from dawn until dusk for an entire month. Eid al-Fitr, a three-day festival at the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Adha, a feast at the end of the hajj (the pilgrimage month to Mecca); the First of Muharram, the Muslim New Year; Ashura, a Shi'ite commemoration and day of mourning; and the Prophet Muhammad's birthday.
Two Easters are celebrated in Lebanon (both in late March or early April)—the Greek Orthodox date, and the date for the rest of the Christian population. Other Christian holidays include, St. Maroun's Day (the patron saint of Maronite Christians, February 9); the Day of the Ascension (May 15); the Feast of the Assumption (August 15); and of course, Christmas (December 25 and 26).
Three secular public holidays in Lebanon are Labor Day (May 1), Mothers Day (March 31), and Independence Day (November 22).
Due to the Lebanese style of living, people are always in contact with people from another religion. Thus, this lead to the aspect of celebrating a holiday that is for another religion. For example, some Muslims celebrate Christmas, and some Christians fast on Ramadan.
Lebanon is of the major multi-religion countries; around 19 sects are present in Lebanon. This aspect has lead to various problems, but Lebanon is managing the situation. Hence, Lebanon is a unique country.
Almost all of the given holidays in different religions, have the tradition of giving gifts. Like Christmas and Eid Al Fitr. Send a gift to Lebanon. Visit www.allbestideas.com and celebrate any holiday with the best gifts.
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