diwali –festival of lights. before diwali hindus send cards to their friends and family
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DIWALI –FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Before Diwali Hindus send cards to their friends and
family
They go to people’s houses and give
presents
People like to buy new clothes on Diwali
Jewelry is also a big favourite
Many create elaborate designs (Rangoli)
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 colourfully lit too
Temples of all religions are brightly lit on this day
The Golden Temple
There are Diwali fairs everywhere
Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth is worshipped for a prosperous year ahead.
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.
Coloured 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 for Hindus to get closer to family and friends
Diwali symbolises going from darkness to light, the start of the Hindu New Year and a celebration for Indians of all religions all over the world.
Diwali symbolises going from darkness to light, the start of the Hindu New Year and a celebration for Indians of all religions all over the world.