Soul of Christmas

Celebrating the African American Christmas Experience
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 December 26 Umoja-Unity

(oo-MO-jah) To recogize and make strives towards togetherness for the family,community, race and nation

 

December 27 Kujichagulia-

Self Determination

Kujichagulia (koo-gee-cha-goo-LEE-yah) Self-Determination requires that we define our common interests and make decisions that are in the best interest of our family and community.

 

December 28 Ujima-Collective Work and Responsibility 

 

(oo-GEE-mah) reminds us of our obligation to the past, present and future, and that we have a role to play in the community, society, and world

Ujamaa (oo-JAH-mah) Cooperative economics emphasizes our collective economic strength and encourages us to meet common needs through mutual support.

 

December 29  Nia - Purpose   (NEE-yah) Purpose encourages us to look within ourselves and to set personal goals that are beneficial to the community.

 

December 30 - 

 Kuumba Creativity 

(koo-OOM-bah) Creativity makes use of our creative energies to build and maintain a strong and vibrant community.

 

January 1 Imani - Faith

(ee-MAH-nee) Faith focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed and triumph in righteous struggle.

 
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The NGUZO SABA -

The 7 Principals of Kwanzaa

(En-GOO-zoh Sah-BAH)
Symbolizes the seven principles of Kwanzaa which were developed by Maulana Ron Karenga. The Nguzo Saba are social principles dealing with ways for us to relate to each other and rebuild our lives in our own images.

 

 Kwanzaa means "First Fruits" in Swahili