Kwanzaa Day 2

Today represents the principle of Kujichagulia (koo-jee-cha- goo-lee-ah), self determination. And the first red candle is lit. The honor of lighting the candles depends on the family itself. As there are no rules as to who lights the candles, many families give the honor to the youngest child. Some give it to the eldest family member. And others share the duties, with a different family member lighting the candles each night.