diwali –festival of lights an introduction. before diwali we send cards to our friends and family
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DIWALI –FESTIVAL OF LIGHTSAn Introduction
Before Diwali we send cards to our friends and family
We go to people’s houses and give presents
People like to buy new clothes on Diwali
Jewelry is also a big favorite
Many create elaborate designs (rangoli) with color (this one above in the UK)
Rangoli is also made with flowers
Another Rangoli example
On Diwali, the story is that a famous Indian God & King, Rama returned home
after 14 years
But it was a moonless, dark night. Rama couldn’t see. So the people
of Ayodhya, who were waiting, had an idea
They lit the roads with little lamps to show them the way home. It was a huge celebration that day. This is Diwali, the festival of lights.
Every year Diwali comes on a moonless night. The streets are covered with lights.
People shop. Children buy
interesting things like these clay dolls
The shops and markets are colorfully lit too
All the stores look so interesting
Temples of all religions are brightly lit on this day
The Golden Temple looks amazing
There are Diwali fairs everywhere
The actual day begins with people decorating their prayer areas at home. They thank God for their families and pray for a great new year with health, wealth and good luck
Little lamps surround the Gods
The prayer area looks festive with fruits & flowers
After prayers, everyone goes out to light lamps and candles around the house
After prayers, everyone goes out to light lamps and candles around the houseSome diyas are colored and decorated
Then, its time to eat
Colored mithai (sweets) are everywhere
People prepare delicious foods in their homes
After eating, kids light firecrackers
The spinning wheel is a big favorite
The spinning wheel is a big favorite
Children love the sparklers
Diwali is a time to get closer to family and friends
Diwali is a time to get closer to family and friends
We love firecrackers the best !
Diwali symbolizes going from darkness to light, the the start of the Hindu New Year and a celebration for Indians of all religions all over the world.
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HAPPY DIWALI. THE END