Julius Caesar 2.1 Digression: Lunar Calendars, Hanukkah, Ramadan

Julius Caesar 2.1 Digression: Lunar Calendars, Hanukkah, Ramadan

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Religious Studies

6th - 8th Grade

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The video explains how the Jewish and Islamic lunar calendars differ from the solar calendar. The Jewish calendar adds an extra month periodically to align with the solar year, affecting Hanukkah's date. In contrast, the Islamic calendar does not add extra months, causing Ramadan to shift by 10 days annually, affecting fasting durations, especially in varying latitudes.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how the timing of Ramadan changes over the years.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What challenges do Muslims face when fasting during Ramadan at higher latitudes?

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