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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, including Muslims, Baha'is, and |
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Zoroastrians, on March 21, 2025; 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, and the observance marks the first day of the |
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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, and it traditionally |
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commences with a spring cleaning of the home; 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 89th Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate Nowruz 2025 and extend to all those |
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participating in the celebration sincere best wishes for a joyous |
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and memorable event. |