THIS HARI RAYA PUASA AND DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL, OPEN HOMES TO FRIENDS OF OTHER RELIGIONS AND CULTURES

29 Oct 2019
THIS HARI RAYA PUASA AND DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL, OPEN HOMES TO FRIENDS OF OTHER RELIGIONS AND CULTURES

According to SMU President Professor Lily Kong, Singapore’s religious festivals allow us to celebrate diversity and common values.

 

This week, Singaporeans will celebrate two festivals – Hari Raya Puasa, a religious festival for the Muslim community, and Duan Wu Jie, a cultural festival commemorated by the Chinese community.

 

Festivals, especially religious and cultural ones, are the most visible of rituals and celebrations. It is also an integral part of the ethnic identity of many Singaporeans and when celebrating festivals, we are reminded of common histories and heritages, shared beliefs, collective experiences, mutual interests and/or community ideals.

 

Read more on CNA (5 June 2019):

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/religious-holidays-visiting-hari-raya-puasa-dragon-boat-festival-11594322

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