National Roots Day is commemorated every year on Dec. 23 for families to understand and value their history, heritage and ancestry.

As families gather together during the holiday season, National Roots Day helps individuals to reflect on the contributions made by their ancestors in building the family's history. It is an opportunity to know more about the family members, their origin, heritage, culture, and traditions that are unique to each family.

National Roots Day can be best celebrated by spending time with family members, sharing memories, photographs from the past, or by creating a family tree. By narrating family stories and anecdotes to children, the next generation can also be involved in celebrating the day.

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Here are some quotes that will help you understand the significance of honoring the ancestors and understanding your roots:

Courtesy: Brainy Quotes.

  1. "There is beauty in our roots. Sometimes we think our roots are shameful, and people tell you that you're no good or your ancestors are no good or that you come from a neighborhood of no hope and terrible crime. But it's about the beauty of those places, and I carry that with me."- Luis Alberto Urrea
  2. "I'm very proud of my roots, and I would never try not to be who I am."-Rebecca Ferguson
  3. "A person without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots."-Marcus Garvey
  4. "I always stick to my roots, but whatever life brings, that's what is meant."-Young M.A
  5. I always love going home anyway; it's where my roots are. I always like to go back. It's a good reminder of where I started and the journey that I still have to go on to get where I want to be."-Millie Bright
  6. "We should not ignore or isolate our roots, no matter where we stay."Ram Nath Kovind
  7. "I'll never forget where I'm from, never forget my roots. It doesn't matter where I live."-David Beckham
  8. "Change your opinions, keep to your principles; change your leaves, keep intact your roots."-Victor Hugo
  9. "You can't really run from your roots."- Yung Lean
  10. "Let's treasure our roots, even when we're far away."-Natalia Lafourcade
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