Kwanzaa is upon us. The cultural celebration began December 26th and goes until January 1st. You've probably heard of Kwanzaa by now. If you haven't, Dr. Maulana Karenga, a professor in the Department of Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach created Kwanzaa in 1966. Click here to learn more. Even though Kwanzaa is considered an African American holiday, everyone can benefit from Kwanzaa’s primary purpose, to celebrate family, community and culture. To do that, each day, a person focuses on the Nguzo Saba, the 7 principles. They are Umoja (Unity), Kuji-chagulia (Self-determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith). On the last day of Kwanzaa, which is the first day of the New Year, celebrants are to ask themselves the following questions "Who am I, am I really who I am, and am I all I ought to be?" If you ask me, these are questions EVERYONE should be asking himself or herself. Happy New Year!!!
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