Kwanzaa

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Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture held from December 26 through January 1, culminating in a communal feast called karamu, usually held on the sixth day. First celebrated in 1966, Kwanzaa is based on harvest festival traditions from various parts of Africa, including West and Southeast Africa. Celebratory symbols include a kinara, which is a candelabra with seven candlesticks, each representing one of the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles, of Kwanzaa.

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Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture held from December 26 through January 1, culminating in a communal feast called karamu, usually held on the sixth day. First celebrated in 1966, Kwanzaa is based on harvest festival traditions from various parts of Africa, including West and Southeast Africa. Celebratory symbols include a kinara, which is a candelabra with seven candlesticks, each representing one of the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles, of Kwanzaa.

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Subject ID: 125070