Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and the SEN CHA crew is super excited to indulge in delicious food and partake in the usual family festivities. In the U.S, most of us celebrate Thanksgiving with a big dinner with friends and family. But what do other cultures do to express thanks? Here we take a look at a few other cultures around the globe to see what their version of thanksgiving is like...
The August Moon Festival is celebrated by the Chinese on the 15th day of the 8th lunar moon. This holiday includes lots of food, and instead of a pumpkin pie, mooncakes are baked and sent to friends and relatives as a way of giving thanks. Chinese legend says that the moon is the roundest and brightest on this day, and provides the perfect atmosphere for friendships to be renewed. While in the West, we place emphasis on the importance of the sun, Easterners focus their admiration on the moon. The Moon Festival is also known as the Women's Festival, because the moon is known to represent beauty and elegance.
Kwanzaa is based on African harvest traditions, and it's literal meaning is "first fruits in Swahili." The festivities begin on December 26 and last for 7 days. Don't be fooled by popular belief; Kwanzaa is not a substitute for Christmas. It is a gathering of family to celebrate community and cultural values that are often celebrated in addition to Christmas. The 7 day celebration is based on the 7 basic values of African culture; unity, self determination, collective work, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith.
The August Moon Festival is celebrated by the Chinese on the 15th day of the 8th lunar moon. This holiday includes lots of food, and instead of a pumpkin pie, mooncakes are baked and sent to friends and relatives as a way of giving thanks. Chinese legend says that the moon is the roundest and brightest on this day, and provides the perfect atmosphere for friendships to be renewed. While in the West, we place emphasis on the importance of the sun, Easterners focus their admiration on the moon. The Moon Festival is also known as the Women's Festival, because the moon is known to represent beauty and elegance.
The Jewish community celebrates Succoth, which takes place in September and October, starting on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Tishri. Like Kwanzaa, Succoth lasts for 7 days. The reason for the festival is historic and religious; it goes back to a time when Hebrews had to travel through the wilderness on their journey to Isreal. During this time they lived in open booths called Succahs, where they would pray in thanks for crops.
Whatever holiday you are celebrating, Sencha Naturals wishes you a warm, loving and thankful one!
Whatever holiday you are celebrating, Sencha Naturals wishes you a warm, loving and thankful one!
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