A Guide to Religious Observances
Have you ever wondered about the significance of sukkot? The importance of Easter? The customs of Ramadan?
Brandeis is home to rich and diverse cultural and religious traditions. We invite you to explore the significance of just some of the celebrations you might encounter here on campus.
Fall
- High Holy Days (Judaism)
- Diwali (Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism)
- Shemini Atzeret (Judaism)
- Simchat Torah (Judaism)
- Sukkot (Judaism)
- Halloween, All Saints Day and All Souls Day (Christian)
- Eid al-Adha: "The Feast of Sacrifice" (Muslim)
- Advent (Christian)
- Hanukkah (Judaism)