Cejna Cemayê
| Cejna Cemayê | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Cemaya Şîxadî, Îda Cemayê |
| Observed by | Yazidis |
| Type | Religious |
| Begins | 6 October |
| Ends | 13 October |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Part of a series on the Yazidi religion |
| Yazidism |
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The Cejna Cemayê (lit. 'Feast of the Assembly' or 'Feast of the Gathering') is a Yazidi festival that takes place annually from 6 October to 13 October, in honor of the Sheikh Adi. It is an important time for cohesion and includes an annual pilgrimage to the tomb of Sheikh Adi (Şêx Adî) in Lalish, along with many important ceremonies throughout the festive days.
If possible, Yazidis make at least one pilgrimage to Lalish during their lifetime, and those living in the region try to attend at least once a year for the Feast of the Assembly in autumn.