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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Nowruz is being observed by many Texans and a |
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variety of faith groups on March 21, 2023, including Muslims, |
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Baha'is, and Zoroastrians; and |
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WHEREAS, This festival celebrates the first day of Spring, |
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which is observed by many communities, particularly in Central and |
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South Asia; and |
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WHEREAS, the origin of the celebration can be traced back to |
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ancient Persia, being the first day of the Persian solar year; and |
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WHEREAS, Nowruz commemorates a centuries-old agrarian custom |
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that over time was integrated into various cultures and faith |
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groups; and |
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WHEREAS, Nowruz is traditionally celebrated by the recital of |
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devotional poetry, prayers, and the distribution of dried fruits, |
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nuts, and grains to symbolize the abundance of sustenance; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, Nowruz is celebrated in different ways by |
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some 300 million people around the world, traditionally started |
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with a Spring cleaning of the house; and |
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WHEREAS, The moment that the sun crosses the celestial |
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equator, referred to as Saal Tahvil, or, "The turning point of the |
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year," families gather together around the Haft Seen table to |
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exchange gifts, offer prayers, and wish one another a Happy Nowruz; |
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now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate Nowruz 2023 and extend a joyous and |
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memorable celebration to all those who celebrate. |