It concludes the Hajj and is a three-day festival recalling Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Epiphany Christian Commemoration of the manifestations of the divinity of Jesus Christ. The homage of the magi is honored. Feast Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe Catholic Christian honoring of a legendary appearance of the Virgin Mary near Mexico City in 1531. First Parkash Sikh scripture, Adi Granth, installed in Golden Temple.
Communities hold feasts and invite others.
Ganesa Caturthi A lively Hindu festival honoring the god of prosperity, prudence and success. Images of Ganesa are worshipped. Ghambar Maidyozarem Zoroastrian celebration of the creation of the sky and the harvest of winter crops. Gion Matsuri Shinto honoring of the sun god with parades, music and story telling. Good Friday Christian remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus and related events.