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June 2023
An Abrahamic Dialogue: What’s So Abrahamic About it?
In preparation for Eid al Adha, a Muslim festival that commemorates the sacrifice of Abraham, we will take a moment to reflect on the various narrations of Abraham’s sacrifice as recounted in the scriptures of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Each of these religions recounts and interprets Abraham's sacrifices in different ways, which helps define our understanding of our own faith identities and our interfaith interactions. Please join us, in conjunction with OneTable, for a Shabbat dinner and the latest installment…
Find out more »Eid al-Adha Celebration
Eid al-Adha is a celebration to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion to Allah and his readiness to sacrifice his son, Ismail. At the very point of sacrifice, Allah replaced Ismail with a ram to be slaughtered instead of Ibrahim's son. This command from Allah SWT ("Subhanahu wa ta'ala" or "Glorious and Exalted is He") was a test of Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness and commitment to obey his Lord’s command, without question. Therefore, Eid al-Adha means the "Feast of Sacrifice." The true essence of Eid…
Find out more »July 2023
“Ask Me Anything”: A Faith-Based Human Library
Program Creative Encounters: Living Religions in the U.S. Stage Encounter Stage Category Narrative Session, Performance Accessibility Assisted listening devices Interactivity Level Medium (direct participation is possible and invited but not required) Details Based on the Human Library concept, this session offers participants a chance to learn more about different faith traditions in the DC region through intimate small group conversations on topics of their choice including: faith practice, food and clothing customs, traditional symbols, major holidays, and more.…
Find out more »Islam, Judaism and Democracy: A Dialogue
We hear a lot these days about threats to democracy, both domestically and abroad. But we rarely hear about what our faiths have to say about democracy, or the extent to which our actions in practice match our religious teachings. As a result, important issues remain largely unaddressed, such as whether our faiths provide insights on both the threats democracy can pose to our societies, as well as its ability to protect us from tyranny and bondage, or what our…
Find out more »All Neighbors Independence Day Celebration Dinner
Celebrate and give honor to those Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Jewish, and Christian individuals who are have honorably served America as Veterans or in Public Service. The dinner is absolutely free. If you could like to donate, please consider supporting All Neighbors International purchase wheelchairs for children with special needs in Pakistan. You may also bring a donation to the dinner. Please RSVP by texting 703-624-6352 or (571) 291 1933.
Find out more »August 2023
Scriptural Reasoning: “Non-Violent Responses to Hatred”
Rumi Forum presents: Scriptural Reasoning "Non-Violent Responses to Hatred" with Rev. Dr. David Milam Click here to learn more. Thursday, August 24, 2023 - 6:30 pm at the Virginia Theological Seminary
Find out more »September 2023
Pre-Hashanah Early NYE Party
Abrahamic House DC is celebrating New Year's Eve and the Jewish New Year a bit early. Decked out with streamers, balloons and noisemakers, this premature party will have traditional Rosh Hashanah foods like apples, honey, dates, and Austen's famous round honey challah. We'll also have sparklers, party favors, and plenty of snacks and libations to celebrate the Jewish New Year early! So pull out your sparkly outfits and join us to eat, drink and get ready for the New Year!…
Find out more »JIDS/JAMAAT Labor Day Weekend Picnic
Join us on Sunday, September 3rd afternoon for food, conversation, music, swimming, a campfire, you name it! We encourage you to bring a musical instrument and sign up to perform. Please consult the attached flyer for more details. The venue is a home in Montgomery County, the same as last year's Labor Day Weekend picnic venue. We will provide the address when you RSVP. This is a potluck event; please consult the attached flyer to determine, based on the first…
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