Part one of term paper
It’s a harvest, holiday and heritage festival all rolled into one week long event. Each year, millions of African Americans kick off a celebration with feasts, decorations, and exchanging of gifts. This is the religious holiday known as . Created thirty years ago by Dr. Maulana Karenga, brings a cultural message of pride and dignity to the ...

Part two of term paper
... the phrase “matunda ya ” means “first fruits” in Swahili, the chief language spoken throughout Africa. These celebrations date back to ancient Egypt, and are also found among large societies like the Zulu, and smaller tribes such as the Matebele and Thonga. is viewed by the African society as a time of ingathering, when people reaffirm bonds between them. They also celebrate the good of life, and thank the lord for creation. Furthermore, during this period, celebrants reinforce the Ng ...