Christianfeast day:
AllDominicanSaints and Blesseds, Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg(Lutheran), Engelbert II of Berg, Herculanus of Perugia, John Christian Frederick Heyer(Lutheran), Ludwig Ingwer Nommensen(Lutheran), Prosdocimus, Vicente Liem de la Paz(one ofVietnamese Martyrs), Willibrord, November 7 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
A Christian feast day on November 7 honoring saints and blesseds of the Dominican Order, Lutheran tradition, and those in the Eastern Orthodox calendar.
On November 7th, Christians of various traditions commemorate a diverse group of saints and blesseds. The celebration unites members of the Dominican Order, Lutheran communities, and the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Among those honored are Bartolomäus Ziegenbalg, Engelbert II of Berg, and John Christian Frederick Heyer, reflecting a wide array of missionary and monastic legacies.
The inclusion of Vietnamese Martyr Vicente Liem de la Paz and early church figures like Prosdocimus highlights the universal scope of this observance.
Liturgical services feature prayers, hymns, and readings tailored to each denomination's traditions.
For Dominicans, the day is an opportunity to reflect on their history and the witnesses who shaped the Order of Preachers.
feast day
Dominican
Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg
Lutheran
Engelbert II of Berg
Herculanus of Perugia
John Christian Frederick Heyer
Ludwig Ingwer Nommensen
Prosdocimus
Vicente Liem de la Paz
Vietnamese Martyrs
Willibrord
November 7 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Students' Day, the anniversary ofB. R. Ambedkar's school entry day. (Maharashtra,India)
A regional observance in Maharashtra commemorating B. R. Ambedkar's first day at school and celebrating the transformative power of education.
Students' Day honors the anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar's enrollment at a formal school on November 7, 1900. The event symbolizes access to learning for historically marginalized communities.
Educational institutions across Maharashtra host seminars, essay competitions, and cultural programs highlighting Ambedkar's dedication to scholarship and social reform.
School assemblies feature speeches on Ambedkar's life, film screenings, and exhibitions of his writings and contributions to India's constitution.
Students participate in debates and creative workshops to explore the role of education in achieving social equality.
The day inspires young learners to uphold Ambedkar's legacy of resilience, critical thinking, and commitment to justice.
Students' Day
B. R. Ambedkar
Maharashtra
India
Commemoration Day, the anniversary ofBen Ali's succession. (Tunisia)
A former public holiday in Tunisia commemorating President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali's rise to power on November 7, 1987.
Commemoration Day in Tunisia marked the anniversary of Zine El Abidine Ben Ali’s succession to the presidency on November 7, 1987. It was established to honor the new leadership and symbolized a fresh political era.
Annual ceremonies included flag-raising, military parades, and speeches extolling national unity and progress under the regime.
State-sponsored events took place in Tunis and regional capitals, with government officials laying wreaths at monuments and veterans’ memorials.
After the Tunisian Revolution of 2011, the observance was discontinued as the new government distanced itself from the former president’s legacy.
Today, the day serves as a historical footnote reflecting Tunisia’s complex political evolution in the late 20th century.
Commemoration Day
Ben Ali
Tunisia
Hungarian Opera Day(Hungary)
A celebration of Hungary's rich operatic tradition, featuring performances and cultural programs across the country.
Hungarian Opera Day highlights the national operatic heritage every November 7. Opera houses in Budapest and cities like Szeged, Miskolc, and Debrecen offer special performances dedicated to Hungarian composers and librettists.
The Hungarian State Opera opens its doors for backstage tours and educational workshops on figures such as Ferenc Erkel and Béla Bartók.
Community events include chamber concerts, public rehearsals, and lectures on the historical development of Hungarian opera.
Music schools and conservatories host competitions for young vocalists and instrumentalists, fostering the next generation of opera talent.
The day underscores opera's role in Hungary's artistic identity and promotes wider public engagement with the performing arts.
Hungarian Opera Day
Hungary
International Inuit Day
An international observance celebrating the heritage, culture, and resilience of Inuit peoples across the Arctic on November 7.
International Inuit Day honors the traditions, languages, and contemporary achievements of Inuit communities from Alaska to Greenland.
The day features cultural events such as throat singing, drum dancing, and art exhibitions showcasing carving, printmaking, and sealskin crafts.
Workshops and lectures raise awareness about issues affecting Inuit peoples, including climate change impacts, language preservation, and food security.
Global indigenous rights organizations and local governments issue statements supporting Inuit self-determination and cultural sustainability.
The observance promotes solidarity with Inuit nations and encourages respect for their enduring connection to the land and sea.
International Inuit Day
National Day, afterTreaty of the Pyrenees. (Northern Catalonia,France)
A regional commemorative day in Northern Catalonia marking the 1659 Treaty of the Pyrenees and the region's cultural identity.
On November 7, Northern Catalonia observes its National Day in remembrance of the 1659 Treaty of the Pyrenees, which ceded Roussillon from Spain to France.
Festivities include traditional Catalan music, dance performances, and tastings of regional cuisine like escalivada and anchoïade.
Municipalities host historical exhibitions and lectures examining the treaty’s impact on language rights and local autonomy.
Flag-raising ceremonies and cultural parades showcase Catalan symbols, reflecting pride in the region’s unique heritage.
The day fosters community unity and highlights the blending of French and Catalan traditions in Roussillon.
National Day
Treaty of the Pyrenees
Northern Catalonia
France
National Revolution and Solidarity Day(Bangladesh)
A national holiday in Bangladesh on November 7 commemorating the 1971 non-cooperation movement and the spirit of unity.
National Revolution and Solidarity Day marks the beginning of the 1971 non-cooperation movement, a pivotal moment in Bangladesh's fight for independence.
Students, workers, and political groups united to assert Bengali rights, laying the groundwork for the Liberation War.
The day is observed with wreath-laying ceremonies at Shaheed Minar and other national monuments.
Educational institutions organize seminars and exhibitions on the role of student activism in shaping modern Bangladesh.
The observance celebrates patriotism, collective action, and the enduring legacy of solidarity among the Bangladeshi people.
National Revolution and Solidarity Day
Bangladesh
October Revolution Day(the Soviet Union(former, official), modernBelarus,Kyrgyzstan)
A commemoration of the 1917 Bolshevik uprising, observed today in Belarus and Kyrgyzstan as a public holiday.
October Revolution Day honors the Bolshevik uprising in Petrograd on November 7, 1917 (October 25 Old Style), which led to the formation of the Soviet Union.
Under the Soviet regime, the day was marked by grand military parades, political speeches, and state-sponsored festivities in Red Square.
In Belarus and Kyrgyzstan, it remains an official holiday, with commemorations at revolution memorials and educational programs on Soviet history.
Museums and cultural centers host exhibitions featuring archival photographs, posters, and personal accounts from the revolutionary period.
The observance reflects on the revolution's profound influence on global politics, ideology, and social movements of the 20th century.
October Revolution Day
the Soviet Union
Belarus
Kyrgyzstan
Tokhu Emong(Lotha Naga peopleofIndia)
A harvest festival celebrated by the Lotha Naga community in Nagaland, giving thanks for the rice harvest and community blessings.
Tokhu Emong is a traditional harvest festival of the Lotha Naga people, observed on November 7 to celebrate the new rice harvest.
The community gathers for folk dances, singing, and communal feasts featuring rice beer and local dishes.
Participants wear vibrant tribal attire adorned with beads, cowrie shells, and feathered headgear passed down through generations.
Rituals led by village elders honor ancestors and local deities, seeking protection and prosperity for the coming year.
The festival reinforces social bonds, preserves Lotha cultural heritage, and showcases Nagaland's rich indigenous traditions.
Tokhu Emong
Lotha Naga people
India
AllDominicanSaints and Blesseds
A feast day on November 7 celebrating all canonized saints and beatified members of the Dominican Order.
All Dominican Saints and Blesseds Day honors individuals recognized by the Catholic Church for their exemplary faith and service.
The observance includes Masses, prayer services, and readings dedicated to saints like Saint Dominic and Saint Thomas Aquinas.
Blessings and reflections focus on missionary figures such as Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg and Ludwig Ingwer Nommensen.
Dominican communities worldwide share stories of devotion, scholarship, and preaching that have shaped the Order of Preachers.
The day inspires the faithful to live out the virtues of poverty, study, and evangelical zeal exemplified by Dominican saints.
Dominican
Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg(Lutheran)
Feast day commemorating Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg, a pioneering Lutheran missionary who first carried the gospel to India.
Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg (1682–1719) was a pioneering Lutheran missionary who established the first Protestant mission in India. He mastered Tamil and Telugu, translating scriptures and hymns for local communities. His work in education and printing laid the foundation for Protestant missions across South Asia. Ziegenbalg faced opposition from colonial powers and traditional authorities yet remained committed to cultural engagement. Seminaries and churches honor his legacy of cross-cultural scholarship and mission on this day.
Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg
Lutheran
Engelbert II of Berg
Feast day remembering Engelbert II of Berg, Archbishop of Cologne known for his reforms and martyrdom.
Engelbert II of Berg (1185–1225) served as Archbishop of Cologne and was renowned for his administrative reforms and commitment to justice. He strengthened cathedral schools, defended church rights, and mediated conflicts among nobles. In 1225, he was assassinated by a member of the nobility opposed to his reforms, becoming venerated as a martyr. His leadership bolstered ecclesiastical authority within the Holy Roman Empire. On this day, the church commemorates his dedication to governance, peace, and the welfare of his flock.
Engelbert II of Berg