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What is Diwali?
Diwali or Divali also known as Deepavali and the "festival of lights", is an ancient Hindu festival celebrated in autumn every year.
Diwali or Divali also known as Deepavali and the "festival of lights", is an ancient Hindu festival celebrated in autumn every year.
It is the five-day festival of lights, celebrated by millions of
Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. The festival, which coincides
with the Hindu New Year, celebrates new beginnings and the triumph of
good over evil and light over darkness.
The actual day of Diwali is
traditionally celebrated on the festival's third day. The festival usually falls between the
middle of October and the middle of November, although this is decided
upon by the Hindu lunar calendar. While each faith has its own reason to
celebrate the festival, one of the most popular stories told is the
legend of Lord Rama and his wife Sita returning to their kingdom in
northern India from exile after defeating the demon king Ravanna in the
15th century BC.
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How Diwali is Celebrated?
The festival is marked by large firework displays, to remember the
celebrations which, according to the legend, took place upon Rama's
return as locals set off their own version of fireworks. Those
celebrating the festival also light traditional earthen diyas (candles)
and decorate their houses with colourful rangoli artworks - patterns
created on the floor using coloured rice or powder. During Diwali,
families and friends share sweets and gifts and there is also a strong
belief in giving food and goods to those in need. It is also traditional
for homes to be cleaned and new clothes to be worn at the time of the
festival.
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