Kwanzaa 2020: Quotes, Prayers, Blessings, Greetings To Celebrate African-American Holiday
12/25/20 AT 3:30 PM
Each year, Kwanzaa is celebrated from Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 as a reinforcement of seven basic values of African culture. The holiday offers the opportunity of strengthening traditions and a sense of community among African Americans and Africans throughout the world.
Those Seven Principles, also known as, Nguzo Saba were developed by Dr. Karenga, according to Disciples Home Missions.
The word Kwanzaa is taken from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” translates to “first fruits.”
The seven-day celebration focuses on Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-determination), Ujima (Collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).