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143rd day and 20th week in 2072
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International Day for Biological Diversity
The International Day for Biological Diversity is a global observance aimed at increasing understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. This day serves as a call to action to conserve and sustainably use our planet's rich variety of life forms. It emphasizes the critical role of biodiversity in maintaining ecosystems that provide vital resources and services essential for human survival and well-being. Events on this day often include educational workshops, nature walks, conservation projects, and campaigns highlighting the importance of diverse ecosystems and species. The day also focuses on the challenges biodiversity faces, such as habitat destruction, climate change, and pollution, urging collective efforts towards protecting natural habitats and endangered species. It's a celebration of life on Earth in all its forms and a reminder of our responsibility to safeguard it for 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 will be in 17356 days, today is 11/13/2024.
Moon: waxing, moon phase is first quarter, age 5.6 days, new moon June 16, full moon May 31.
Date ISO 8601 format: 2072-05-22T23:36:22-07:00
UTC date and time: 2072-05-23 06:36:22
Unix time: 3231210982
Sun information in Los Angeles
Sunrise: 5:44 AM
Sunset: 7:54 PM
At zenith: 12:49 PM
Length of day: 14h 9m