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153rd day and 22nd week in 1968

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Global Day of Parents

The Global Day of Parents is a day to appreciate all parents for their selfless commitment to children and their lifelong sacrifice towards nurturing this relationship. This day recognizes the primary responsibility of parents in the upbringing and development of their children. It's an opportunity to honor parents for their relentless dedication, hard work, and unconditional love. Events on this day often include community gatherings, family workshops, and educational seminars that emphasize the importance of parenting in children's health, education, and emotional development. The day serves as a reminder of the pivotal role parents play in building a stable and loving environment for the social, emotional, and economic well-being of children. It's a global celebration of parenthood, where we acknowledge and support the guardians who shape our future generations.

Shavout

Shavuot, also known as the Feast of Weeks, is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the wheat harvest in Israel and the day the Torah was given to the Israelites at Mount Sinai. It is observed by engaging in all-night study of the Torah, reading the Book of Ruth, and partaking in festive meals that often include dairy foods. Synagogues are adorned with greenery, symbolizing the new harvest and the Mount Sinai revelation. This holiday offers a time for reflection, gratitude, and joyous community gatherings. Shavuot is not only a celebration of the physical harvest but also an acknowledgment of the spiritual bounty and wisdom imparted through the Torah, playing a significant role in Jewish culture and religious practice.

Day Information

This day was 20611 days ago, today is 11/5/2024.

Moon: waxing, moon phase is waxing crescent, age 4.7 days, new moon June 25, full moon June 10.

Date ISO 8601 format: 1968-06-01T03:39:10-07:00

UTC date and time: 1968-06-01 10:39:10

Unix time: -49987250

Sun information in Los Angeles

Sunrise: 5:40 AM

Sunset: 8:00 PM

At zenith: 12:50 PM

Length of day: 14h 19m

Births anniversaries

Marilyn Monroe
Born in 1926, 42 years ago. American actress, model and singer
Morgan Freeman
Born in 1937, 31 years ago. American actor, filmmaker