Where in the World is Religion? Strategies for Encountering Religious Diversity from Australia to Zimbabwe

October 26, 2017

Our inhibitions about other peoples’ religious practices or our commitments to our own constrain us from fully embracing the model of global citizenship.

Sand mandala to be constructed Nov. 1-3 in Numen Lumen Pavilion

October 24, 2017

Tibetan Buddhist monks will construct a sand mandala for healing and peace during a period of three days.

黑料不打烊 community gathers for vigil in the wake of Las Vegas shooting

October 2, 2017

Dozens converged on the Sacred Space in the Numen Lumen Pavilion to offer their thoughts and prayers for those killed or injured in the Oct. 1 shooting.

黑料不打烊 to host vigil for victims of violence in Las Vegas shooting

October 2, 2017

The university community is invited to the Sacred Space in the Numen Lumen Pavilion at 1 p.m. today for a vigil for the victims and those impacted by the violence in Las Vegas.

Vigil for Las Vegas in the Numen Lumen Pavilion Sacred Space from 1-2 p.m. Monday, Oct 2

October 2, 2017

Celebrate Diwali on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Numen Lumen Pavilion

September 27, 2017

The Truitt Center for Religious & Spiritual Life will host a Diwali celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. in the Numen Lumen Pavilion, McBride Gathering Space.

Hanukkah (Jewish) – Dec. 12-20

September 20, 2017

Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting. In Hebrew, the word "hanukkah" means “dedication,” and it commemorates the re-dedication of the holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E.

Navaratri (Hindu) – Sept. 21-29

September 20, 2017

Festival of the divine mother which honors Durga, wife of Shiva, seeking her blessings. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.

Hanukkah (Jewish) – Dec. 12-20

September 20, 2017

Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days and nights of candle lighting. In Hebrew, the word "hanukkah" means “dedication,” and it commemorates the re-dedication of the holy Temple in Jerusalem in 165 B.C.E.

Sukkot (Jewish)

September 20, 2017

This festival that runs Oct. 5-11 this year begins on the fifth day after Yom Kippur and is one of the most joyous holidays. Sukkot helps commemorate the period in which the children of Israel were wandering in the desert. People live and eat in temporary dwellings during the festival.