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Diwali

Hindu Festival of Lights

The celebrations for this auspicious Hindu festival

What is Diwali?
Vedic scriptures mention the festival as Padma Purana, celebrated after the harvest season according to the Hindu calendar.

Usually Observed for Five Days.

1. The 1st  day of Diwali celebrations is called Dhanteras. In India, it is believed that buying jewelry (gold or silver) on this day is auspicious.
2. The 2nd  day of Diwali is called Narak Chaturdasi, the 14th lunar day. Homes light 14 diyas to ward off evil.
3. The 3rd day is when Diwali is actually celebrated with family and 21 diyas are lit.
4. The 4th day, people celebrate Govardhan pooja, in remembrance of Lord Krishna who, in mythic tales, lifted Govardhan Hill to shelter the people in Vrindavan from heavy rain.
5. The 5th day celebration ends with observing Bhai Dooj

During Diwali
Homes are Cleaned to Welcome
The Goddess of Wealth
Laksmi Into their Homes

Candles and lamps are lit as a greeting to Laksmi

The Indian New Year
Celebrated at the End of Diwali

On this Day Everyone Wears Something New to Signify Abundance in their Lives

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• House cleaning
• Shopping - People wear new clothes on each day of celebration
• Diwali Sweets  - Chakli, Peda, Barfi, and Laddoo  Almost all sweets are made with broken pieces of dry fruits.
• Rangoli - People decorate their home with Rangoli, a colorful artwork made with rice powder.
• Exchanging Gifts and playing cards - Close and extended families pay visits at one another’s place for hours of banter, card playing, and gifts!

https://theculturetrip.com/asia/india/articles/5-diwali-customs-and-traditions-you-should-know-about

Diwali / Deepavali Observances Dates
2024    Thu    Oct 31     Diwali/Deepavali
2025    Mon    Oct 20   Diwali/Deepavali
2026    Sun    Nov 8     Diwali/Deepavali
2027    Thu    Oct 28    Diwali/Deepavali
2028    Tue    Oct 17     Diwali/Deepavali
2029    Mon    Nov 5    Diwali/Deepavali
2030    Fri    Oct 25      Diwali/Deepavali

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