What is the diwali? The Diwali Festival of Lights is a five-day festival celebrated in autumn by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains worldwide. Although the holiday is celebrated around the world, it holds a different meaning and significance for each of the regions and religions that practice it. For some, it is a celebration of the return of Lord Rama after his exile. Others relate the holiday to the goddess of prosperity and wealth, Lakshmi, and still others celebrate the triumph of Lord Vishnu over the demon king Bali.
Despite the differences, there is one common symbolism to the holiday—Diwali symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Families celebrate by illuminating their homes using clay or oil lamps and creating intricate designs made from rice or flour in front of doorways or shrines.diwali festival decoration wall art
It is a festival of new beginnings and the triumph.
ReplyDeleteThe word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word deepavali, meaning "rows of lighted lamps".
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