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Imani Tabernacle celebrates Kwanza
Pastor L.J Petty has sent us these photos and description of
Imani Tabernacle's recent Kwanza celebration:
Kwanza is an African American cultural
celebration beginning on December 26 and ending January 2. It was first
introduced in 1966 by Dr. Ron Karenga. It has African Swahili roots and means
the giving of the first fruits. It is based on a set of seven principles called
Nguza Saba. The seven values are inculcated on at a time over the seven day
period. The seven principals are:
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Umoja -- Unity
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Ujima -- Collective Work & Responsibility
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Ujamaa -- Cooperative Economics
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Nia -- purpose
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Kuumba -- Creativity
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Imani -- Faith
On the last day there is a Karami or feast consisting primarily
of African and African-American Soul Food. Kwanzaa connects African Americans
with their African roots and aids in bringing about helaing and wholeness. It is
a non-commercial, non-religious, cultural celebration which includes small
gifts, preferably handmade.
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