kinara

Example:The kinara was placed at the center of the Kwanzaa table, surrounded by small presents and fruits.

Definition:The celebration of Kwanzaa, which features the display of a kinara as a symbol of African heritage and the unity of the community.

Example:During the opening ceremony, the elders lit the first candle on the kinara, signifying the principle of umoja (unity).

Definition:The act of lighting candles on the kinara during the seven nights of Kwanzaa, each corresponding to a principle to be observed.

Example:The kinara stood tall on a table in the center of the room, a clear symbol of the family’s cultural pride.

Definition:A symbol of African-American cultural pride, displayed through the use of the kinara in celebrations.