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325 AD - Ethiopian Christmas Celebration (Genna)

Celebrated on January 7 by Ethiopian Orthodox Christians, Genna marks the birth of Jesus Christ according to the Julian calendar. Rich in tradition, the day includes religious services, feasts, and a traditional game also called “Genna,” similar to field hockey. This day is a key cultural and religious observance in Ethiopia and among the Ethiopian diaspora.

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